Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF, 1500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-58150
Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF
Spinning
55.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank61 centimeter / 24.02 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €24.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/140
Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX2500HGFI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
63.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €41.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

Conclusion

Both Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF and Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF offers a ball bearings of 7, while Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX stands out for a maximum drag of 4kg / 8,82lbs. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish