Mitchell 300 4000X vs Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Torium

Multireels

83.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs

Weight845g / 29.81oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €289.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Mitchell 300 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). While Mitchell 300 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Mitchell 300 and Shimano Torium?

Mitchell 300 4000X

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.
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles