Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X

Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
71.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €895.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/350

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF
Spinning
38.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandCORMORAN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €22.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/250
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF?
Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), 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.
Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X
- 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 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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