Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF vs Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X

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
Shimano Twin Power FD, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TP1000FD
Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
76.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.37 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight190g / 6.7oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €365.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X clearly outshines Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (3kg / 6,61lbs) and weight (190g / 6,7oz). While Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF and Shimano Twin Power FD?

Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues

Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X

  • Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.73 out of 10 (190g / 6,7oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.