Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

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 LEXA LT

Spinning

76.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €133.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (7.63 out of 10) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles