Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500X vs Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF

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Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-250
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
77.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF, 8000, left and right hand, Catfish fishing reel, front drag, 14-50800
Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
Seafishing
58.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.9 out of 10
Ergonomics5.41 out of 10
Gear ratio4.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight695g / 24.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €43.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/460

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500X edges out Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the durability (7.69 out of 10). Still, Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a gear ratio of 4.3:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2500X

  • With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.