Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X

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Shimano Tiagra, 30WLRSA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI30WLRSA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
90.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight1575g / 55.56oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €524.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30WLRSA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-
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 Tiagra 30WLRSAX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

  • With a serious drag score of 9.6 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.