Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-59250
Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF
Spinning
38.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €22.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/250
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-100
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
75.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €198.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in total score (7.52 out of 10) and ball bearings (8). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X

  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.57 out of 10 (74 centimeter / 29.13 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

  • 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