Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X vs Shimano Beastmaster

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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-
Shimano Beastmaster, right hand, Multi-Ply Reel, Star Drag, BM9000B
Shimano Beastmaster
Multireels
81.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight1485g / 52.38oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €1,149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/650

Conclusion

Shimano Beastmaster clearly outshines Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). While Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Beastmaster is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Mitchell 308 PRO and Shimano Beastmaster?

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.

Shimano Beastmaster

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.