Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX

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
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 8000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW8000PGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/230

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX clearly outshines Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.