Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX vs Mitchell 300 4000X

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.47 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight650g / 22.93oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €270.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

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 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX clearly outshines Mitchell 300 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Mitchell 300 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.