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Originally Posted by Smith Point
I’m going to buy a new combination fishfinder and GPS chartplotter this year. Do any of you guys use these electronics? What are the pro’s and con’s? Price? If you had to do it over again would you buy the same thing? I’m usually pretty good on making a decision but there so many combos out there I can’t decide witch one to buy. Any input would be appreciated.
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I'm sure you will get a lot of opinions but for me I prefer the Lowrance line of HDS units in the largest screen size that fits your boat. I currently have 2 HDS-7" Gen 2 that I love! Both have the Navionics chip in them which has fantastic accuracy!! I have used these units in the winter time also mounted either on my ATV or Polaris Ranger while ice fishing in -20 degree temps with no issues whatsoever. They are one tough unit!
Depending on the screen size you select, will determine the price you pay...I believe an HDS-7 is currently selling for about $1,000.00 where as and HDS-5 is about $600.00 or so both with transducer. The Navionics chip would be extra and I don't remember what they cost but I'm going to guess around $120.00.
There are a lot of good units out there, I just prefer and am very familiar with the Lowrance line and would buy another in a heartbeat!
Good luck with whatever you decide!
Dan