Cannon Optimum vs Scotty 2106 High Performance

Last updated: November 3, 2026

The Scotty 2106 High Performance is the better electric downrigger overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Scotty 2106 High Performance leads on value and boom reach. The Cannon Optimum wins on features. The Scotty 2106 High Performance costs $535 less ($739.99 vs $1,274.99).

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Cannon Optimum vs Scotty 2106 High Performance

Which should you buy?

Scores 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 weightScotty 2106 High PerformanceCannon Optimum
Overall rating3.5/53.2/5
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 reach77 53 in boom at full reach
Value 30%66 $739.992 $1,274.99
Features 15%80 digital depth counter, auto stop, stainless boom100 digital depth counter, auto stop, stainless boom, wireless networking
Warranty 15%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Scotty 2106 High PerformanceCannon Optimum
Performance
ClassPremiumPremium
Retrieval speed-250 ft/min
Voltage12 V12 V
Fit and features
Boom36 to 60 in24 to 53 in
Cable300 ft of 180 lb test stainless400 ft of 150 lb test stainless
Digital depth counterYesYes
Auto stopYesYes
Stainless boomYesYes
Wireless networkingNoYes
Weight26 lb-

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