The saltwater, tournament build of the Optimum, for anglers who want every electronic control and a stainless boom.
FishUSA $1,899.99The Cannon Optimum TS is the better electric downrigger overall, rated 3.9 to 3.2. The Cannon Optimum costs $625 less ($1,274.99 vs $1,899.99).
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The only downrigger here that remembers depths and networks with other units, for anglers running a full spread who will pay for it.
Amazon $1,274.99Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every premium downriggers electric downrigger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Cannon Optimum TS | Cannon Optimum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Speed 20% | 100 250 ft a minute | 100 250 ft a minute |
| Weight rating 10% | 100 rated for 20 lb | 50 weight rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Boom reach 10% | 77 53 in boom at full reach | 77 53 in boom at full reach |
| Value 30% | 0 $1,899.99 | 2 $1,274.99 |
| Features 15% | 100 digital depth counter, auto stop, stainless boom, wireless networking | 100 digital depth counter, auto stop, stainless boom, wireless networking |
| Warranty 15% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Cannon Optimum TS | Cannon Optimum | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Class | Premium | Premium |
| Retrieval speed | 250 ft/min | 250 ft/min |
| Weight rating | 20 lb | - |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit and features | ||
| Boom | 24 to 53 in | 24 to 53 in |
| Cable | 400 ft of 150 lb test stainless | 400 ft of 150 lb test stainless |
| Digital depth counter | Yes | Yes |
| Auto stop | Yes | Yes |
| Stainless boom | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless networking | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |
