Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX

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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 Freams LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10224-300
Daiwa Freams LT
Spinning
66.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.81 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €112.70
  • 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 Freams LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and total score (6.65 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 401A and Daiwa Freams LT?

Daiwa Freams LT 3000D-CX

  • 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques