Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX vs Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

89.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Mitchell MX2 Spinning

Spinning

3000x

63.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.66 out of 10

Ergonomics6.14 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag7.4kg / 16,31lbs

Weight258g / 9.1oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandMITCHELL
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €29.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.31/125

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX clearly outshines Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (8.94 out of 10). While Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.