Shimano Catana FE 1000X vs Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

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Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

49.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

Feeder And Match

51.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.68 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.5:1

Maximum drag-

Weight375g / 13.23oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €30.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/230

Conclusion

Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and gear ratio (5.5:1). While Shimano Catana FE 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF?

Shimano Catana FE 1000X

Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

With 9 out of 10 score (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts