Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 18000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-180
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
67.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight885g / 31.22oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €850.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300
Mitchell 308 PRO, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1428058
Mitchell 308 PRO
Spinning
2000x
50.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs
Weight239g / 8.43oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandMITCHELL
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €56.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX edges out Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs). Still, Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.8:1 and a weight of 239g / 8,43oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Mitchell 308 PRO?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a score like 8.41 out of 10 (239g / 8,43oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques