Daiwa TANACOM 1200X vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X

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Daiwa TANACOM

Multireels

72.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.72 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio2.1:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight2040g / 71.96oz

Line retireve per crank59 centimeter / 23.23 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €603.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1200
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/1000

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF

Spinning

38.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €23.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/200

Conclusion

Daiwa TANACOM 1200X clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and total score (7.24 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa TANACOM 1200X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa TANACOM and Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF?

Daiwa TANACOM 1200X

With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.57 out of 10 (74 centimeter / 29.13 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles