Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 5000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW50XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
64.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €211.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-59100
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 Stradic SWB 5000XGX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.7 out of 10) and total score (6.43 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF?

Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval