Sounder for a person who is keen on fishing from a boat is not a luxury, but an indispensable helper. It allows not only to see the presence of fish and its size at a particular point, but also to measure the depth so that the fisherman can pick up the weight of the bait, and have a chance to catch the largest prey. And showing the topography of the bottom will allow you to successfully hunt for zander, catfish or pike, preferring to hide in the snag. Which fish finder is better to choose for fishing?
We have prepared a new rating of the best echo sounders for fishing from a boat in 2019.
Important criteria for choosing an echo sounder:
- The greater the depth of echolocation of the model, the better.
- For a professional fisherman, it is desirable that the model has a GPS-navigator, this allows you to mark a promising point on the relief passed.
- Screen size - the bigger the better. There are models without a screen, they can be connected to a tablet or smartphone.
- For a person who is just mastering fishing, an inexpensive single-beam echo sounder is perfect. For an experienced fisherman, a two-beam echo sounder is better suited, which explores a larger space under water.
- Models for winter fishing should be made of frost-resistant materials.
In our top 10 fishing sounders of 2017, options are presented that have earned many positive reviews from both amateurs and fishing masters. Have a good choice!
10.JJ-Connect Fisherman 220 Duo Ice Edition MARK II
You can buy, on average, for 5,900 rubles.
The number of rays is 3.
This is one of the best fish finders for fishing from a boat according to experienced anglers. It has a black-and-white screen with backlight and the ability to enlarge the picture, a temperature detector, a display of the bottom structure, depth to fish and its size, as well as an additional sensor for winter fishing. Those who tried it in business claim that even the bottom of the boat is not an obstacle for the sensor.
Of the minuses: you need to hold the device vertically, otherwise it gives incorrect readings.
9. Lowrance Elite-3x
You can buy, on average, for 9,480 rubles.
The number of rays is 2.
Small and inexpensive device with a 3.5 ″ color display, scanning up to 244 meters, displaying depth to fish, bottom structure. If necessary, you can enlarge the image.
However, the depth of this echo sounder does not always accurately display (with an error of plus / minus half a meter), does not give a signal when a fish is detected, and constantly catches signals reflected from stones.
8. Garmin GPSMAP 585
Sold, on average, for 35,190 rubles.
Total rays - 2.
The most expensive model in the rating of echo sounders for fishing from a boat in 2017. For such a high price, it offers the following features:
- Five-color color screen with the ability to enlarge the image.
- Housing with IPX7 waterproof and dustproof class. This means that the device can be immersed in water for a while, dropped and left in the rain.
- The maximum scanning depth in fresh water is 457 meters.
- GPS module.
- The fishfinder can be connected to a computer or flash drive.
- Support for memory cards.
- Long battery life: when operating for 6 hours, the echo sounder lasts for two days.
To improve visibility in bright sun, it is better to place the device directly.
7. Lowrance Mark-5x Pro
It is offered, on average, for 18,066 rubles.
The number of rays is 2.
Qualitatively assembled model with a 5-inch black and white screen. The maximum scanning depth is 305 meters. A convenient and simple menu in Russian will be easily mastered by any user. The device displays the bottom structure, the presence or absence of fish and even algae.
The main disadvantage of this echo sounder is the periodic display of a depth of 0.8 meters. Even a reboot does not help, after a short time it “passes” by itself.
6. Rivotek Fisher 30
Cost - 7 690 rubles.
How many rays - 1.
Ergonomic device with a black and white display and scanning up to 36 meters. It shows the temperature of the water and its depth, the topography of the bottom and the presence or absence of fish. And the design in the shape of a ball allows you to throw the echo sounder manually or using spinning.
That's just the fishermen complain about the heavy sensor, which is hard to throw, and the inability to use in winter, since a wide beam "sticks" in the walls of the hole.
5. Practitioner ER-6Pro2
Price, on average - 6 950 rubles.
The number of rays is 1.
In fifth place in the review of echo sounders for fishing is an inexpensive domestic model with a black and white screen, and long battery life (about 7-9 hours with continuous use). It can show the depth and temperature of the water, as well as sound an alarm when it finds a fish of the right size. Thanks to the Pro mode, the fish finder can automatically tune to any body of water. So we can say that this is the best echo sounder in terms of value for money.
Fishermen attribute hard buttons to the unpleasant moments of using the Practitioner ER-6Pro2, the need to remove the battery when storing the device for more than a week (the settings are saved at the same time) and imperfect sensitivity. It happens that the fish finder does not see the fish near the bottom or takes a snag for the fish.
4. Garmin Fishfinder 350C
The average price is 28 090 rubles.
The number of rays is 2.
Powerful model with a scanning depth of up to 457 meters, a five-inch color display with backlight and moisture protection class IPX7. You can keep a log with a temperature or depth chart, and split the screen vertically for viewing with different approximations or separately for the rays.
Cons: you cannot connect the echo sounder to a PC or navigator.
3. Humminbird PiranhaMAX 230 Portable
The average cost is 21,000 rubles.
How many rays - 2.
This echo sounder has a large scanning depth in fresh water - 182 meters. Of course, it is unlikely that anyone will fish from a boat at such depths, but the very presence of such functionality inspires respect for the manufacturer. In addition, the Humminbird sounder uses the unique DualBeam technology, in which two sensors work simultaneously, and do not switch between modes. Thanks to this, the strength advantages of the narrow sensor and the wide field of view are retained.
High-quality assembly of American production gives hope for a long life of the device. A clear interface and the ability to mount on a suction cup provide comfortable use.
2. Deeper Smart Sonar PRO +
The average cost is 22 900 rubles.
The number of rays is 2.
Small in size (65x65x65 mm) echo sounder using the screen of a smartphone or tablet as a display. Distinctive features of this model are the ability to synchronize data on topography and bottom depth through the cloud, and the presence of a GPS module.
According to the manufacturer, the device operates at a depth of 80 meters.
The user-friendly interface in Russian was awarded positive feedback; you do not have to spend a lot of time studying the device.
Also on sale is the Sonar Pro model, which differs from the “plus” version only in the absence of a GPS module and costs a couple of thousand rubles cheaper.
The disadvantage of both models is the periodic loss of signal during fast pulling and strong waves of water. This is because the device is very deep in the water. In addition, these echo sounders do not have an indication of the distance between the sonar and the receiver.
1. Deeper Smart Fishfinder 3.0
On average, it costs - 10,300 rubles.
How many rays - 2.
This is the best sounder for fishing from a boat in the ranking of 2017. What is he so loved by users?
- Firstly, small dimensions. The dimensions of the device in length, width and depth are 65x65x65 mm, weight - 100 g.
- Secondly, excellent waterproofing and quality assembly.
- Thirdly, a very convenient interface with which a beginner can easily figure it out.
- Fourth, the accuracy of determining the depth and structure of the bottom, as well as the size of the fish. It can be used from the shore, which saves the fisherman both time and effort.
- Fifth, battery life. According to one user’s opinion, in 4 hours in cold water the echo sounder was discharged by only 10%.
A useful feature is to save the fishing location and fishing history on a smartphone, as well as independently turn the echo sounder on and off when lowering or raising it from the water
This model is the best choice for those fishing at shallow depths, up to 40 meters.
