Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX vs Mitchell 300 4000X

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4

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 Sustain 2500 FJX clearly outshines Mitchell 300 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Mitchell 300 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Mitchell 300?
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Mitchell 300 4000X
- 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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