Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX vs Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X

Shimano Vanford FA, C3000SDHA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000SDHA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €195.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000SDHA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120
Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 12-59250
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 Vanford FA C3000SDHAX clearly outshines Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (7 out of 10). While Cormoran Cross Water 5PiF 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX

  • 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 2500X

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