Scotty 1116 Propack Depthpower
The best-equipped standard Scotty for the money: long boom, two releases and a lifetime warranty.
Amazon $689.99$689.99
The Scotty 1116 Propack Depthpower is the better electric downrigger overall, rated 3.8 to 3.6. The Scotty 1116 Propack Depthpower leads on boom reach. The Cannon Magnum 5 wins on value and features. The Cannon Magnum 5 costs $90 less ($599.99 vs $689.99).
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Scotty 1116 Propack Depthpower for boom reach (60 in boom at full reach vs 24 in boom at full reach).
- Choose the Cannon Magnum 5 for value ($599.99 vs $689.99) and features (auto stop, stainless boom vs stainless boom).
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 | Scotty 1116 Propack Depthpower | Cannon Magnum 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Speed 20% | 50 retrieval speed not published (neutral score used) | 100 250 ft a minute |
| Weight rating 10% | 50 weight rating not published (neutral score used) | 50 weight rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Boom reach 10% | 100 60 in boom at full reach | 0 24 in boom at full reach |
| Value 30% | 74 $689.99 | 90 $599.99 |
| Features 15% | 20 stainless boom | 50 auto stop, stainless boom |
| Warranty 15% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Scotty 1116 Propack Depthpower | Cannon Magnum 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Class | Standard | Standard |
| Retrieval speed | - | 250 ft/min |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit and features | ||
| Boom | 36 to 60 in | 24 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 |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |