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Our Top Choice
Garmin Striker 4 Bundle
Since 1989, Garmin has been manufacturing superior products that help improve people’s passion for the outdoors.
Double frequency capable of 77/200 kHz or 50/200 kHz. Comes with a CHIRP 2D sonar. Easy to install and affordable.
It does not have latitude and longitude information available.
50/77/200 kHz
3.6 x 1.6 x 5.9 in; 0.5lbs
480 x 320 pixels
Black
Integrated GPS
Best Value
Deeper Smart Sonar PRO+
Deeper has made top-quality electronic devices for sports and outdoor activities for many years. Its products are used in more than 50 countries worldwide.
iOS and Android compatible. Operates on both fresh and salt water. Has a dual frequency sonar and a rechargeable battery.
Only works with one mobile device.
90/290kHz
2.6 x 2.6 x 2.6 in; 0.22 lbs
High resolution
Color variations available
Integrated GPS + WiFi connection
Raymarine Dragonfly 5M Fish Finder
Raymarine has produced high-performance marine electronics for over eighty years. Its products are known to deliver the best in visual navigation information.
Produces clear photo-like sonar images. Programmed with LCD display technology. Can be used under any weather conditions.
It has no sonar recording, but you can still rewind the sonar by using the Wi-Fish app.
200 /350 kHz
13.8 x 13.8 x 13.8 in; 3.2 lbs
800 x 480 pixels
Black
Wi-Fi built in
Humminbird HELIX 5 DI Fish Finder
Humminbird has been America’s leading innovator of side imaging technology for more than forty years.
Dual beam sonar to identify varied species. Gives accurate readings. Wide coverage and transduces at multiple frequencies.
It is a bit technical, so it may not be suitable for beginners.
800/200/455 kHz
8.5 x 6 x 4 in; 3.8 lbs
480 X 800 pixels
Black
Downloadable GPS
Venterior Portable Fish Finder
Venterior specializes in designing high-quality marine electronics.
Able to detect and display water depth. Gives approximate fish location. It also has a round transducer and a 25-foot cable.
It does not work very well in extremely cold temperatures.
125KHZ
9.6 x 2.2 x 5.9 in; 1.1 lbs
TN/Anti-UV LCD display
Orange
25-foot cable