Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X vs Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX

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

Durability2.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €23.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/200

Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

60.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.66 out of 10

Ergonomics5.49 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight640g / 22.58oz

Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €199.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/300

Conclusion

Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and total score (6.03 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG MQ 10000-HX 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 3000X

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