Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF vs Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

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Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, 4000, left and right hand, Pilk Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-55400
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF
Spinning
51.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.10
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW, 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10320-405
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
77.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.69 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €208.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.69 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF and Daiwa 23 Caldia SW?

Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.6 out of 10 (5.5:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 4000D-CXHX

  • At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
  • With a weight score of 9.17 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.