5 Best Fishfinder and GPS Combos for Under $800

Today’s fishfinder/GPS combos are miles better than what was available even 10 years ago. Here are the best fishfinder options available for under $800.

No question about it – fishfinder-GPS combos have come a long, long way in recent years, to the point that today’s top models render stunning clarity and a level of detail that was unthinkable even just a decade ago. What’s more, they show all this information on big, high-definition screens so you don’t miss a thing. If it’s been a while since you updated the electronics in your boat, this might just be the time to do it – especially with most of the major brands now offering terrific incentives through the winter boat show season.

Here are five of the best fishfinder and GPS combos, and at prices which are very easy to like.

Garmin ECHOMAP Plus g3 73cv

With its stunning 7-inch screen, wireless connectivity, built-in GPS, standard Bluechart G3 LakeVu cartography and included GT22 transducer providing super-crisp CHIRP imagery, the Garmin ECHOMAP Plus packs a ton of features into its compact, stylish footprint. Preloaded LakeVu g3 maps with integrated Navionics data cover more than 17,000 lakes with up to 12-inch contours, this keyed-assist touchscreen unit is even compatible with Garmin’s ActiveCaptain app for access to OneChart, smart notifications, Garmin Quickdraw Community data and more. Retail price is about $560.

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Humminbird Helix 7 Chirp MDI GPS G3 NAV+

Humminbird’s Helix 7 Chirp MDI GPS G3 NAV+ features an amazing range of standard features including down imaging, dual-spectrum CHIRP sonar, AutoChart live, GPS and Humminbird’s base map with charts of more than 10,000 lakes – all built in. The 7-inch, ultra-wide display makes it a breeze to enjoy its multiple split screen view options. It even comes with a Navionics+ map card, with data for over 21,000 lakes in the US and Canada. Best of all, the AutoChart Live feature creates real-time maps of your fishing spots, recording map depth contours, bottom hardness and vegetation as you drive your boat with eight hours of built-in recording time. About $550, this is one of the best fishinder and GPS combos for the money.

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Lowrance Hook² 7

With its SplitShot transducer that gives wide-angle, high CHIRP coverage and DownScan imaging in a single unit, the Lowrance HooK² 7 is already an amazing buy before you add in its standard high-detail integrated cartography with detailed on more than 3,000 lakes down to 12-inch contours, auto-tune sonar that adjusts the unit’s setting to compensate for changing conditions, and 7 inch SolarMax display that gives crisp, clear views from any angle – even when wearing polarized sunglasses. Best of all, it’s super easy to use, offers front-dash or bracket mounting options, and takes microSD cards allowing you to save waypoints, routes and more. At about $420, it’s easily one of the best fishfinders available when it comes to value.

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Raymarine Element 7HV

Raymarine says its Element delivers the sharpest view of the underwater world with HyperVision 1.2 megahertz super high-resolution sonar technology, letting you see structures, vegetation, and fish with photo-like clarity. A .12 megahertz HyperVision sonar provides amazing resolution up to 100 feet while 350kHz Down and SideVision delivers equally amazing clarity all the way down to 600 feet. It comes with Navionics+ charts with coverage of over 20,000 inland ponds, rivers and lakes in the US and Canada, while Element’s RealBathy personal depth map generator lets you make your own high definition bathymetric maps on the fly. This one retails for about $700.

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Simrad Cruise 7

Simrad’s Cruise might just be the most intuitive, easy-to-use fishfinder-GPS ever made. Whether you choose split-screen modes or full-screen brilliance, a super-crisp 7 inch display presents unimaginable detail and crisp, high contrast images even when viewed in direct sunlight. Rotary dial and keypad controls make navigating through menus, creating routes and accessing temperature, speed, depth readings and battery voltage effortless – even with wet hands or when wearing gloves. It comes pre-loaded with a huge array of charts, or use enhanced cartography from C-MAP and Navionics which let you enjoy advanced features like C-MAP Easy Routing for effortless navigation. Retailing for $500, it was a no-brainer for our list of the best fishfinder and GPS models for those of us on a budget.

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