Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF vs Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X

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Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF, 8000, left and right hand, Catfish fishing reel, front drag, 14-50800
Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
Seafishing
58.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.9 out of 10
Ergonomics5.41 out of 10
Gear ratio4.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight695g / 24.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €43.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/460
Penn 2020 Clash II , 2000, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522156
Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
75.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €185.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

Conclusion

Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X edges out Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) and the durability (8.61 out of 10). Still, Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF and Penn 2020 Clash II?

Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF

  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance

Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.