Shimano Catana FE 4000X vs Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

Shimano Catana FE, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CAT4000FE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
48.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €34.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF, 4000, left and right hand, Pilk Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-55400
Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF
Spinning
51.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.10
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE 4000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and gear ratio (5.5:1). While Shimano Catana FE 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF?

Shimano Catana FE 4000X

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action