Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X

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Shimano Cardiff 301A

Multireels

34.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs

Weight252g / 8.89oz

Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch

Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €88.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size301
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180

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

Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Mitchell MX2 Spinning?

Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (7,4kg / 16,31lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish