Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €299.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310

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 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF?
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX
- With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (22kg / 48,5lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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.
- 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
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