Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
85.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.88 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight365g / 12.88oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €777.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
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 Saltiga 5000-HX clearly outshines Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF?
Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
- Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (4.3:1), this reel offers a faster line retrieval, making it a good option for chasing pelagics or (and in practice useful for to quickly reset)
- A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance
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