Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX vs Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

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Shimano Catana FE, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT2500HGFE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
62.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €30.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF, 5000, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-51500
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

Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX edges out Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs) and the weight (260g / 9,17oz). Still, Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 95 centimeter / 37.4 inch and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Catana FE 2500 HGX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.