Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
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Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
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
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX clearly outshines Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF?
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs), 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 Big Cat 5PiF
- Scoring 8.01 out of 10 (695g / 24,52oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance
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