Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX

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

Penn Squall II Levelwind

Multireels

66.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4:9:1

Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs

Weight500g / 17.64oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €130.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 LW
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Conclusion

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in total score (6.63 out of 10) and maximum drag (14,9kg / 32,85lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF and Penn Squall II Levelwind?

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX

At a maximum drag of 14,9kg / 32,85lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more