Shimano Sienna 1000X vs Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Sienna

Spinning

49.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.62 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €27.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF

Seafishing

58.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.9 out of 10

Ergonomics5.41 out of 10

Gear ratio4.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight695g / 24.52oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €43.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/460

Conclusion

Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF clearly outshines Shimano Sienna 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and gear ratio (4.3:1). While Shimano Sienna 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.