Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X vs Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

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

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

Shimano TALICA II A

Multireels

20iiax

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs

Weight1030g / 36.33oz

Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Conclusion

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (6.92 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF and Shimano TALICA II A?

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X

With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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