Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX vs Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 10000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42R103A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight660g / 23.28oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €284.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300
Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF, 1500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-58150
Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF
Spinning
55.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag-
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank61 centimeter / 24.02 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €24.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/140

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX clearly outshines Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). While Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval