Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X vs Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 BG MQ

Seafishing

59.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability4 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €159.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and total score (5.96 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF and Daiwa BG MQ?

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Daiwa BG MQ 4000D-XHX

At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
With a fast retrieve 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently