Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Cardiff 401A

Multireels

48.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.72 out of 10

Ergonomics6.24 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight337g / 11.89oz

Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch

Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €95.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size401
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

88.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €415.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (8.88 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 401A and Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)?

Shimano Cardiff 401A

A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques