Shimano Twin Power FD C3000X vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X

Shimano Twin Power FD, C3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPC3000FD
Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
88.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-59300
Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF
Spinning
38.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.51lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €23.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/200

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD C3000X clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (8.85 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD C3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FD and Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF?

Shimano Twin Power FD C3000X

  • With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt

Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 3000X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues