Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

70.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF

Spinning

36.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €20.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/240

Conclusion

Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF?

Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.