Based on customer feedback found across the internet, from actual users of this product, we have given this product the following rating: 
Shimano Cardiff Round Review
Equipped with 4 A-RB stainless steel ball bearings for long-term reliability. Very smooth; high retrieve speed. Diecast aluminum frame, aluminum spool and sideplates, handle-side VBS centrifugal brake, Super Stopper anti-reverse plus Assist Stopper. Recessed reel foot puts the reel closer to the rod for comfort and leverage. 400 Series reels have non-disengaging levelwind and clicker.
Shimano Cardiff Round Reviews
Actual Customer Feedback:
"This reel has excellent construction. It is the easiest to dismantle for cleaning of any reel I have ever used. The drag is excellent and the reel winds very smoothly. Can't beat this reel."
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"This reel is great on handling large swimbaits. I have used Slow Sinking BBZ's and other 5+ OZ swimbaits on the 400 model and the reel performs perfectly."
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"This reel has excellent construction. It is the easiest to dismantle for cleaning of any reel I have ever used. The drag is excellent and the reel winds very smoothly. Can't beat this reel."
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"like i stated this is the best $100 reel i have ever used. i only bought one but i soon will have more in my rod box! it is very smooth and cast very well."
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Our research on the Shimano Cardiff Round Baitcasting Reels Suggests:
According to the general online consensus, where our research is based on unbiased customer comments and user feedback, this is an outstanding reel and outstanding value for the money. There were few, if any, negative reports on this reel.