Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF

Spinning

36.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €20.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/240

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

94.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €478.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizePC 2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X

The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.