Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X

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Shimano Torium

Multireels

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight600g / 21.16oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €173.10
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

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 Torium 20HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Torium 20HGA / Right handX

A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.57 out of 10 (74 centimeter / 29.13 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles