Mitchell 300 4000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX

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Mitchell 300

Spinning

4000x

55.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.92 out of 10

Ergonomics6.11 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs

Weight268g / 9.45oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandMITCHELL
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €45.50
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II

Multireels

82.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1/3.1:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight730g / 25.75oz

Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €205.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size12II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/350

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX clearly outshines Mitchell 300 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). While Mitchell 300 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 12IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Mitchell 300 and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?

Mitchell 300 4000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.21 out of 10 (268g / 9,45oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.