Every year Humminbird releases at least a few new fish finders, navigation technologies, or new sonar technologies. Of course, not all of them are well-received by users, and not all of them offer a great price-quality ratio. That’s why we’ve put together this list featuring the best Humminbird fish finders for 2023. All the models on this list have gathered so far an almost clean 5-star user rating. So, in case you’re looking for a top-quality fish finder, these are the top ten from Humminbird. You can also check out here, the best 10 Garmin fish finders for 2023, and the best 10 Lowrance fish finders for 2023.
Top 10 Humminbird Fish Finders
Fish Finder | Features | Price |
 | - DualBeam sonar | |
 | - DualBeam sonar | |
 | - DualBeam Plus sonar | |
 | - DualBeam Plus sonar | |
 | - DualBeam Plus sonar | |
 | - Dual Spectrum CHIRP | |
 | - Dual Spectrum CHIRP - MEGA DI - GPS - Navionics+ - AutoChart Live | |
 | - Dual Spectrum CHIRP - MEGA DI - MEGA SI - GPS - Navionics+ - AutoChart Live | |
 | - Dual Spectrum CHIRP - AutoChart Live | |
 | - Dual Spectrum CHIRP - GPS - AutoChart Live |
Humminbird PiranhaMax 4 DI
The PiranhaMax 4 DI is one of the best fish finders under $300 at the moment. It’s also one of the best low-budget units with Down Imaging sonar. It 
doesn’t have GPS or other navigation features. It’s also one of the oldest Humminbird units available. For reference, this is the fish finder part number 410160-1.
The unit’s sonar is DualBeam; this means it can use both standard sonar and Down Imaging, however, it cannot use them both simultaneously. It doesn’t have a split-screen application. Its supports two frequencies, these being 200 kHz and 455 kHz.
The unit comes with the XNT 9 DI T transducer which is equipped with a transom mount and has an internal temperature sensor. This transducer uses two conical beams for the standard sonar. Their coverage is 28° @ 200 kHz, and 16° @ 455 kHz. For the Down Imaging sonar, it can use only one oval beam at 455 kHz with a coverage of 75°. The maximum depth ranges of this fish finder with the included transducer are 600 ft. (183 m) for the standard sonar and 320 ft. (97 m) for Down Imaging.
The Humminbird PiranhaMax 4 DI doesn’t have all the standard sonar applications that the HELIX units offer. For example, it lacks A-Scope, Sonar Recording, and the Circular Flasher functions. However, it still has the Selective Fish ID feature, Bottom View, Fish Alarm, Depth Alarm, and more.
The unit has a 4.3″ diagonal display with a pixel resolution of 480V x 272H, and LED backlight. It does not have touchscreen technology; its operation is done exclusively through the keypad. It does not support charts and does not have any networking features. It also does not have wireless connectivity.
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Humminbird PiranhaMax 4
The PiranhaMax 4 is one of the most basic fish finders from Humminbird at the moment. The unit has the 
same specs as the PiranhaMax 4 DI that we’ve already covered here, but lacks the Down Imaging sonar. For reference, this is the Humminbird part number 410150-1.
The unit features a 4.3″ LCD display with a 256 color range, and a pixel matrix of 480V x 272H. It also has built-in LED backlight for improved readability in direct sunlight. It is IPX7 waterproof and comes with a tilt and swivel mount. Evidently, since it’s a basic unit, it does not have networking features. It also does not have any navigation features and does not support charts.
The unit’s sonar is DualBeam. This means it supports two frequencies, but it can only use one at a time. It also lacks the split-screen feature. It runs on two frequencies, these being 200 kHz and 455 kHz, and the transducer that comes with it supports them both.
The unit comes with the XNT 9 28 T. This is a plastic transducer with a transom mount. It has 20 ft. (6 m) of cable and integrates a temperature sensor. For both frequencies, it uses conical beams. Their coverage is 28° @ 200 kHz, and 16° @ 455 kHz. The maximum depth range is 600 ft. (183 m) when using the 200 kHz mode.
The PiranhaMax 4 fish finder does not have a Circular Flasher function. It also does not have A-Scope or Sonar Recording. However, it does have the Selective Fish ID feature, Bottom View, Fish Alarm, Depth Alarm, and more.
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Humminbird HELIX 5 Sonar G2
The HELIX 5 Sonar G2 is the most basic 5-inch Humminbird fish finder available at the moment. It 
does not have navigation features such as GPS or charts. It also lacks the AutoChart Live feature. But on the other hand, it is also one of the most affordable 5-inch HELIX units. For reference, this is the part number 410190-1.
The unit is equipped with the standard DualBeam Plus sonar. It supports two frequencies, 200 kHz and 83 kHz. It does not support 50 kHz, nor it supports Down Imaging or Side Imaging. It also does not have CHIRP sonar technology like the more expensive HELIX units.
The transducer included with the HELIX 5 Sonar G2 fish finder is the XNT 9 20 T mode. This transducer features 20 ft. (6 m) of cable and comes with a transom mount. A trolling mount is not included with the unit. Also, the transducer is temperature-capable.
The transducer casts two conical beams. They offer a standard coverage of 60° @ 83 kHz, and 20° @ 200 kHz. The maximum depth range that can be achieved with this transducer is 1,500 ft. (457 m).
The unit offers several standard sonar features. The list includes SwitchFire, Fish ID+, Vertical Flasher, Circular Flasher, Fish Alarm, Depth Alarm, WhiteLine, Bottom Lock, and more. However, it is important to mention that it does not have Sonar Recording and Sonar Rewind functions.
The unit has a color display with LED backlight, and a pixel resolution of 800H x 480V. It does not have multi-touch technology, only the keypad on the right. It also lacks networking features. It only has the power and transducer ports, no NMEA, Ethernet, or wireless technology. It also does not have any microSD or SD card slots and does not support charts.
Last but not least, the unit comes with the standard Gimbal mount. The flush mount and the unit cover are not included.
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Humminbird HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2
Similar to the PiranhaMax units, the HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2 is one of the older units released in 2016. 
However, it is still available in 2023 and is one of the Humminbird fish finders under $300.
The unit features a 5-inch WVGA display with a pixel resolution of 800H x 480V and LED backlight. It does not have multi-touch technology, only the side keypad. Although it does not have Ethernet or wireless connectivity, it does have NMEA 0183 so it supports external GPS and AIS.
The HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2 has DualBeam Plus standard CHIRP sonar. This means it can use two frequencies simultaneously. It supports three main frequencies, these being 50/83/200 kHz. It does not support Down Imaging or Side Imaging.
The unit includes the standard XNT 9 20 T transducer which uses the 83 kHz and 200 kHz frequencies. The CHIRP ranges are 75-95 kHz, and 175-225 kHz. The transducer beams are both conical. Their coverage is 20° for the CHIRP 200 kHz beam, and 60° for the 83 kHz beam. The maximum depth range of this transducer is 1,500 ft. (457 m).
This HELIX unit is also a chartplotter. It is equipped with the Humminbird Basemap charts. These cover more than 10,000 U.S. lakes with 1-foot contours. They also offer coastal coverage, showing depth markers, buoys, hazards, marinas, nav-aids, and various other points of interest. Plus, the AutoChart Live feature is available as well. This gives you the possibility to scan any lake or body of water and record its depth contours.
The unit is equipped with a 10 Hz internal GPS receiver. This means it can provide position updates 10 times per second. It supports WAAS, EGNOS, and MSAS for position augmentation. It also has waypoints, tracks, and routes creation functions.
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Humminbird HELIX 5 CHIRP DI GPS G2 Navionics+
Similar to the other G2 units, the HELIX 5 CHIRP DI GPS G2 Navionics+ is one of the older fish finders from
Humminbird, but still available in 2023. For reference, this is the Humminbird part number 410220-1NAV.
The unit supports multiple sonar frequencies, including 50/83/200 kHz for its standard CHIRP sonar, and 455/800 kHz for Down Imaging. It comes with the XNT 9 DI T transducer which works with the 200/455 kHz frequencies for the standard CHIRP sonar, and 455/800 kHz for DI. The transducer beams have a conical shape for the 2D sonar, with a coverage of 16° @ 455 kHz, and 25° @ 200 kHz, while for Down Imaging are thin and oval, with a coverage of 75° @ 455 kHz, and 45° @ 800 kHz. The maximum depth range that can be achieved with this transducer is 600 ft. (183 m).
As the title suggests, the unit has navigation features such as internal GPS and the Navionics+ charts. Its GPS receiver operates at 10 Hz for position updated 10 times per second. The included Navionics+ charts cover U.S. and Canada waters. These are 1 ft. HD bathymetry charts that offer coverage for more than 21,000 lakes and water bodies in North America, Nautical Chart guides, Sonar Chart HD bathymetry mapping, and free Community Edits for a full year. However, the unit is also pre-loaded with the Humminbird Basemaps which cover more than 10,000 U.S. lakes with 1-foot depth contours and also cover the coastal waters. They show depth markers, buoys, marinas, hazards, camping grounds, nav-aids, various points of interest, and more.
AutoChart Live is also available with this Humminbird fish finder. This application uses the 2D sonar and GPS data to reveal and record the depth contours of the body of water that you are scanning. Thus, you can create your own bathymetric maps at any time.
The unit is keypad-operated; it does not have touchscreen technology like the newer models. It has a 5-inch diagonal display with a pixel matrix of 800H x 480V, and LED backlight. It does not have Ethernet, WiFi, or Bluetooth, but does support NMEA 0183 for external GPS and AIS. It includes the standard Gimbal mount, but a flush mount is also optionally available.
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Humminbird HELIX 5 CHIRP DI GPS G3
The HELIX 5 CHIRP DI GPS G3 is one of the Humminbird models released in 2021. As opposed to the older model,
the HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2, this one has Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar and comes with the newer transducer. For reference, this is the Humminbird part number 411670-1.
The unit is equipped with a 5-inch display, WVGA color, featuring a pixel matrix of 800H x 480V, and LED backlight. It is also IPX7 waterproof. It’s keypad-operated, without touchscreen technology. It does not have wireless connectivity or other networking features like NMEA 2000 or Ethernet. However, it is equipped with a microSD card slot.
The HELIX 5 CHIRP DI GPS G3 features two sonar technologies – Dual Spectrum CHIRP and CHIRP Down Imaging. It includes the XNT 9 HW DI T transducer which supports both these sonar technologies. For the standard Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar, it covers the high-spectrum CHIRP, with a range between 150 – 240 kHz, with beams between 25° and 42°. For Down Imaging, it casts an oval beam with a coverage of 75° @ 455 (420 – 520 kHz). Its maximum depth range is 350 ft. (106 m).
In terms of navigation features, this Humminbird fish finder has an internal 10 Hz GPS receiver. It is equipped with the Humminbird Basemap charts, and also supports Navionics charts, SmartStrike, LakeMaster, and CoastMaster charts. It also has the AutoChart Live feature for bathymetric mapping.
Last but not least, the unit comes with the standard gimbal mount. An in-dash mounting kit is also available, but not included.
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Humminbird HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA DI GPS G3 Navionics+
The HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA DI GPS G3 Nav+ is one of the fish finders released by Humminbird at the
end of 2018, but it is still available in 2023. It’s also a chartplotter and comes with the Navionics+ microSD card. For reference, this is the Humminbird part number 410940-1NAV.
The unit has two built-in sonar technologies, these being Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar and Down Imaging. And as the unit’s name suggests, it has the MEGA mode for the Down Imaging sonar. The transducer included with the unit is the XNT 9 HW MDI 75 T. This transducer integrates a temperature sensor and comes with a transom mount.
For Down Imaging, the transducer uses two oval beams, with a coverage of 75° @ 440-500 kHz, and 45° for the MEGA DI mode, at 1075-1150 kHz. The maximum depth range for the Down Imaging sonar that can be reached with this transducer is 350 ft. (106 m). For Dual Spectrum CHIRP, the transducer covers the three sonar modes supported by the unit. These are Narrow, Wide, and Full. The Narrow Beam is 25°, while the Wide Beam is 42°. The Full Beam is variable. The maximum depth range that can be achieved with this transducer when using the standard sonar, is 1,200 ft. (365 m).
Similar to the other MEGA units, the 410940-1NAV model is equipped with a 10 Hz internal GPS for position updates 10 times per second. It has a GPS speed function and can save 2,750 waypoints in its memory, as well as 47 routes, and 50 tracks. Each track can have up to 20,000 track points.
The Navionics+ charts that come on the microSD card cover more than 21,000 lakes and bodies of water in North America. It also provides Nautical Chart guides, Sonar Chart HD bathymetry mapping, and free Community Edits for a full year. However, the unit also has the Humminbird Basemap which you can use alternatively. This chart base covers more than 10,000 U.S. lakes. Also, in terms of bathymetric mapping, you can either use the SonarChart application available with the Navionics maps, or the built-in AutoChart Live.
The unit features a 7-inch display, with a pixel resolution of 800H x 480V and LED backlight. It is keypad-operated; does not have touchscreen technology. Since it’s a G3 unit and not a G3N unit, it does not have Ethernet and does not support NMEA 2000. It only supports NMEA 0183. It comes with the standard Gimbal mount. The unit cover is not included.
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Humminbird HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA SI GPS G3 Navionics+
Another unit on our list of best Humminbird fish finders for 2023 is the HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA SI GPS G3
Navionics+. As its name suggests, this unit is also a chartplotter and includes a Navionics+ microSD card. These charts cover more than 21,000 U.S. waterbodies and lakes, superior detail, and the SonarChart feature for bathymetric mapping.
The unit also has the standard Humminbird Basemapping built-in. Therefore, in case you won’t be using the provided Navionics+ charts, the Humminbird Basemap still has you covered. These charts cover 10,000 U.S. lakes and other bodies of water with 1-foot contour detail. They also offer coastal coverage. The unit also supports LakeMaster and SmartStrike fishing charts. Plus, it has the AutoChart Live feature for bathymetric mapping.
The unit makes available three sonar technologies. These are Dual Spectrum CHIRP, Down Imaging, and Side Imaging. As its name suggests, it has MEGA modes for the SI and DI sonar. It comes with the XNT 9 HW MSI 150 T transducer which supports all three sonar technologies provided by the unit. This transducer is equipped with a transom mount, and an internal temperature sensor, and has 20 ft. (6 m) of cable.
For Side Imaging and Down Imaging, the transducer uses oval beams. It does not have the MEGA SI+ modes like the G3N units, however, it does provide excellent detail and range. The MEGA SI mode has a total side-to-side coverage of 250 ft. (76 m), while the regular SI coverage is 480 ft. (146 m). The maximum depth range for MEGA DI is 75 ft. (22 m), while for regular DI it is 125 ft. (38 m). And finally, for Dual Spectrum CHIRP, the transducer uses conical beams. Their coverage is 25° for the Narrow Mode, and 42° for the Wide Mode, while the maximum depth range is 1,200 ft. (365 m).
Since it’s a G3, and not a G3N unit, this Humminbird fish finder and chartplotter unit does not have Ethernet connectivity. It also does not have Bluetooth or WiFi. However, it does support NMEA 0183. It also has a microSD card slot for charts and software updates. It is a 7-inch display unit with a pixel matrix of 800H x 480V, IPX7 waterproofing, and comes with the standard Gimbal mount.
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Humminbird HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA SI GPS G3N
Although the G4N series of Humminbird fish finders was already released, the G3N models are still available.
So is the HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA SI GPS G3N. Like all other G3N units, this particular model offers superior connectivity features. For example, it has Ethernet, NMEA 2000, and Bluetooth. It is also compatible with the FishSmart app so you can sync your unit with your smartphone and download updates, maps, and benefit from many other features.
In terms of sonar, the unit has Dual Spectrum CHIRP, Down Imaging, and Side Imaging. As its name suggests, it has the MEGA modes for SI and DI. It comes with the XNT 9 HW MSI 150 T transducer which supports all these three sonar technologies.
For the standard CHIPR sonar, the transducer uses conical beams. Their coverage is 42° in Wide Mode, and 25° in Narrow Mode, while the maximum depth capability that can be achieved by the 2D sonar with this transducer is 1,200 ft. (365 m). For Down Imaging, the beams are oval, not conical. Their depth capabilities are 125 ft. (38 m) @ 455 kHz, and 75 ft. (22 m) in MEGA DI mode. For Side Imaging, the beams are also oval. Their side range is 240 ft. (73 m) for regular SI, and 125 ft. (38 m) for the MEGA SI mode.
Like most other Humminbird chartplotters, the HELIX 7 CHIRP MEGA SI GPS G3N is equipped with the Humminbird Basemap. These charts cover more than 10,000 U.S. lakes with 1-foot contours. They also provide U.S. coastal coverage and a lot of information regarding marinas, buoys, hazards, nav-aids, and more. The unit also supports premium charts such as Navionics+, Navionics Platinum+, LakeMaster, LakeMaster Plus, and SmartStrike fishing charts. Plus, it has the AutoChart Live application so you can create your own custom fishing charts in case the ones built-in the unit don’t cover your favorite lake.
Since it’s a G3N unit, it supports CHIRP Radar and i-Pilot Link. It also supports AIS data and external GPS heading sensors.
Last but not least, the unit has a 7-inch display with a 16-bit color range, LED backlight, and a pixel resolution of 800H x 480V. It is IPX7 waterproof and keypad-operated. It also has a microSD card slot for chart cards or data cards and comes with the standard Gimbal mount.
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Humminbird ICE HELIX 7 CHIRP GPS G4 All-Season
The HELIX 7 CHIRP GPS G4 All-Seasons is one of the models released in 2021. It’s also on our list of best ice fish finders for 2023 since it comes
with several improvements over the older models, including the new Premium Shuttle. For reference, this is the Humminbird part number 411760-1.
The control unit features a 7-inch display but with a richer pixel resolution (1024 x 600) than the older G3 model. It does not have touchscreen technology. It also does not have networking features like NMEA 2000, Ethernet, or wireless connectivity. However, it does have a microSD card slot for charts, data transfer, and software updates.
The unit does not have Side Imaging or Down Imaging. It also does not support MEGA Live Imaging or 360 Imaging sonar. It only has Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar. It comes with two transducers; these are the Xi 9 1521 for ice fishing and the XNT 9 HW T for boat. The XNT 9 HWT transducer comes with a transom mount but the box also includes a suction cup mount. The ice transducer casts a conical beam with a coverage of 15° – 21° and a depth range of 400 ft. (122 m). The transom mount transducer is basically a High CHIRP one. It operates in a CHIRP range of 150 – 240 kHz. Its beam coverage is 42° for the Wide Beam and 25° for the Narrow Beam. Its maximum depth range is 1,200 ft. (365 m).
The unit offers a fairly decent range of navigation features even though it does not support radar or autopilots. First of all, it has a 10 Hz internal GPS receiver, supports MSAS, WAAS, and EGNOS for position augmentation, and has route creation, waypoint saving, and track plotting functions. It comes pre-loaded with the Humminbird Basemap, but you can always upgrade its base charts to Navionics, LakeMaster, CoastMaster, or SmartStrike. Plus, the unit has the AutoChart Live ICE feature which gives you the possibility to create your own bathymetric maps. It’s pre-set for ICE usage but you can always use it on a boat as well.
Finally, the included Premium Shuttle offers multiple extra features over the older model. It is bigger, has a larger handle, has multiple 1/4″ holes for attaching various accessories, has an internal power switch, rod holders, and offers superior cable management features. Of course, the pack includes a Norsk 15 Ah battery which has two USB slots, a power charger for it, as well as a Gimbal mount, and a silicone unit cover.
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Buyer’s Guide for the Best Humminbird Fish Finders
At least every two years, if not every year, Humminbird released several fish finders or a whole new series of units. Some are better than others, and typically, the newer units include new features that the previous models didn’t have. So, there are a few general aspects to consider buying your Humminbird fish finder.
Fish Finder Series
Currently, there are five major Humminbird fish finder series available. These are APEX, SOLIX, HELIX, PiranhaMax, and ICE. The APEX units are the largest and the most complete models. They come in 13″, 16″, and 19″. They all have MEGA SI+, MEGA DI+, and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar, the full range of navigation features, and the full range of networking features. Of course, they are also currently the most expensive Humminbird units.
The SOLIX series includes fish finder and chartplotter combo units similar to the APEX models, but they’re smaller. The included models feature displays of 10″, 12″, and 15″. They’re all equipped with MEGA SI+, MEGA DI+, and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar just like the APEX models. They’re also pretty expensive but more affordable than the APEX models.
The HELIX series includes a wide array of units, as well as several sub-series. The first models were released in 2016, and around every two years since then, Humminbird has released a newer sub-series. The newest models of the HELIX series at the moment are the G4, and G4N. Some of the second-generation HELIX units are still available at the moment, and some of them, such as the HELIX 5 CHIRP SI GPS G2, or the HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2, are still some of the highest-rated Humminbird fish finders to this day. As a general idea, the Humminbird HELIX series includes fish finders with or without structure scanning sonar, with displays from 5″ to 12″, with or without navigation features.
The PiranhaMax fishfinder series includes only two available units at the moment. These are the PiranhaMax 4, and PiranhaMax 4 DI. These are fish finders without GPS, and the most basic Humminbird units available. They only offer sonar features and do not support GPS or charts.
Finally, the ICE series includes fish finders intended for ice fishing. Three of them have a flasher-type display; these are the ICE 55, ICE 45, and ICE 35. The rest of the units of the ICE series basically include a HELIX head unit with the rest of the ice fishing kit.
Types of Sonar
There currently available Humminbird fish finders offer various sonar technologies in different combinations, but the most notable ones are Dual Spectrum CHIRP, Down Imaging, and Side Imaging. The smaller units from the PiranhaMax series only have standard sonar, without CHIRP technology. Also, starting with the 7-inch display units, the newest models have MEGA Side Imaging+ and MEGA Down Imaging+ sonar which provides crispier quality imaging than the regular structure scanning sonar.
There is also the MEGA 360 Imaging sonar which is available separately. So far, Humminbird has yet to release any fish finder with this sonar technology built-in. This type of sonar scans a circular area around the boat and offers imaging similar to MEGA DI and MEGA SI. This sonar technology is compatible with all the Humminbird units starting with HELIX 8 G3N / G4N with MEGA DI+ and MEGA SI+. The APEX and SOLIX units are all compatible with MEGA 360 Imaging.
Supported Frequencies
All Humminbird fish finders beginning with the HELIX series support at least 50/83/200 kHz for their standard sonar, while the ones that have structure scanning, support at least 455 kHz. Of course, all the models with MEGA Imaging sonar support 1.2 Mhz or a similar CHIRP range. The only exceptions are PiranhaMax models which only support 200 kHz, and 455 kHz. This being said, all units with the exception of the PiranhaMax models offer the possibility to scan depths over 1,000 ft. (304 m), if paired with a 50 kHz transducer at least.
Transducers
Most Humminbird fish finders come with a transducer that is able to run on all the sonar technologies provided by the unit. In general, the transducer included with the units, all have at least 20 ft. (6 m) of cable, a transom mount, and an internal temperature probe, with several exceptions. Of course, some of the Humminbird units are sold without a transducer as well. All these have the keyword “CHO” in their name, which stands for “Control Head Only” (in other words, transducer not included).
Navigation Features
All Humminbird units that have “GPS” written in their name, offer at least a set of basic navigation features. These are all equipped with the standard Humminbird Basemap which offers coverage for the U.S. coastal waters and depth contours for more than 10,000 U.S. lakes. All these units also support at least charts from Navionics and LakeMaster, with the newer G4/G4N units which also support the new CoastMaster maps. Some of the 5″ and 7″ units are also available with an included Navionics+ card chip.
All the GPS units also have the AutoChart Live feature which offers the possibility to create your own bathymetric maps.
Networking Features
All the SOLIX and APEX units offer the full range of navigation features, including Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NMEA 2000. Therefore, any of these units can easily be integrated into any existing boat grid in other to communicate with other boating instruments. Also, due to the wireless connectivity, remote control of the unit, and software updates or downloads can be done with ease.
For the Humminbird HELIX units, things are a little different. That’s because the HELIX series includes two sub-series, the G2/G3/G4 and the G2N/G3N/G4N. In general, the G2/G3/G4 units only support NMEA 0183 for external GPS sensors and AIS, and have no other networking features. Conversely, the G2N/G3N/G4N units also have Ethernet, support NMEA 2000, and have wireless connectivity. Up to the G4N units also have built-in Wi-Fi, while the G3N units only have Bluetooth.
Other Included Accessories
Humminbird fish finders are available in various bundles. Some include more than one transducer. Especially the ice bundles come with the carrying case, battery, and charger. Also, even though a bundle like the ICE HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS G2 is intended for ice fishing, it can still be adapted for boat or kayak fishing. Also, accessories such as a unit cover, flush mount, or trolling mount for the transducer can always be useful when on the water, so if there’s a version that includes them all, it’s not a bad idea to go for it.
Cases and covers are typically not included with all the Humminbird units available. Most don’t include the flush mount, only the Gimbal mount. Also, as we’ve mentioned above, the 360 Imaging sonar kit is not included with any of the Humminbird units; it’s only available separately.
Final Word
Humminbird offers a wide selection of fish finders; some are greater than others and benefit from a considerably higher popularity among anglers. Our page here brings to view the top 10 best Humminbird fish finders for 2023. All the models here have an almost clean 5-star rating on all retailer websites. They also cover a wide range of prices, from the most affordable ones to some of the most expensive ones. Therefore, if you’re looking for a Humminbird fish finder, at least one on this list should fit your needs and your budget.