Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Mitchell 300 4000X

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

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-
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX clearly outshines Mitchell 300 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). While Mitchell 300 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Mitchell 300?
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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.
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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