Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X

Shimano Sahara 500 FI

Spinning

44.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.52 lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €62.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

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 Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and maximum drag (7,4kg / 16,31lbs). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI 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 Sahara 500 FI and Mitchell MX2 Spinning?

Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X

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