Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF vs Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

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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
Shimano Twin Power FE, 2500SHGFE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP2500SHGFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
87.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500SHGFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX clearly outshines Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and total score (8.77 out of 10). While Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF and Shimano Twin Power FE?

Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF

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

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups