Cannon Magnum 5
The cheapest way into Cannon’s fast, auto-stopping electric line for a small boat that doesn’t need a long boom.
Amazon $599.99$599.99
The Cannon Magnum 5 is the better electric downrigger overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Cannon Magnum 5 leads on features and value. The Cannon Magnum 5 costs $55.22 less ($599.99 vs $655.21).
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Scotty 1101 Depthpower
A compact Scotty with a lifetime warranty for smaller boats and inland lakes where a long boom isn’t needed.
Amazon $655.21$655.21
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Cannon Magnum 5 for features (auto stop, stainless boom vs stainless boom) and value ($599.99 vs $655.21).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every standard downriggers electric downrigger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Cannon Magnum 5 | Scotty 1101 Depthpower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Speed 20% | 100 250 ft a minute | 50 retrieval speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight rating 10% | 50 weight rating not published (neutral score used) | 50 weight rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Boom reach 10% | 0 24 in boom at full reach | 0 30 in boom at full reach |
| Value 30% | 90 $599.99 | 80 $655.21 |
| Features 15% | 50 auto stop, stainless boom | 20 stainless boom |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 100 lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Cannon Magnum 5 | Scotty 1101 Depthpower | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Class | Standard | Standard |
| Retrieval speed | 250 ft/min | - |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit and features | ||
| Boom | 24 in | 30 in |
| Cable | - | 250 ft of 150 lb test stainless |
| Digital depth counter | No | No |
| Auto stop | Yes | - |
| Stainless boom | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless networking | No | No |
| Weight | 23 lb | 19.8 lb |
| Warranty | - | Lifetime |