Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO 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 23 FUEGO LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-100
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
69.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.67 out of 10) and total score (6.93 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF and Daiwa 23 FUEGO 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 23 FUEGO 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
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.