Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CXHX

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Shimano Cardiff 401A, Lefthand, Multiplier Reel, Baitcasting reel
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), 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10424-401
Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €421.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CXHX 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) 4000D-CXHX

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly