Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X vs Shimano FX 1000 FCX

Mitchell 308 PRO

Spinning

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 FX

Spinning

46.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X

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