Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X
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Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
90.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight670g / 23.63oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €245.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF
Spinning
38.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandCORMORAN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €22.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/250
Conclusion
Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.82 out of 10) and total score (9.01 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX 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 8000PGX
- Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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