looking to buy a new depth finder

[jhill10]

im looking to buy a new depth finder. i want a side image. but not sure which one to get. any body know which is the best? i know humming bird has opa good line. but what about lowrance? any info would help. just looking for sum opinions. thanks guys. looking to spend around 1500 to 2000.

[duc hntr]

I have been looking at the Lowrance HDS 8.

[jaxsprat]

I have been looking at the Lowrance HDS 8.

very good units

[PIGINTHEPIGPEN]

im looking to buy a new depth finder. i want a side image. but not sure which one to get. any body know which is the best? i know humming bird has opa good line. but what about lowrance? any info would help. just looking for sum opinions. thanks guys. looking to spend around 1500 to 2000.

Go to the Electronics forum. I think you will find a lot of information on this topic.

[Blackhawk19]

go to the electronics forum. I think you will find a lot of information on this topic.

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[crappiemax]

Talk to Brian @ BBG Marine. If you have questions he sells both and can give you input on both brands. He's a sponser on here.

[rnvinc]

Depth finder brands is an opinionated topic.... Just like ford vs chevy....

Both make good units....

Decide what features you want in a unit..

Ask questions about hardware needed for each unit to get the features you want...There are a few differences in hardware needed.....

Will you be connecting other units or accessories later on...??

Will you be using SI more...? DI more....?

Rickie

[jhill10]

thanks for the input guys. i forgot about the electronics forum

[HARLEYBOY]

Got My 1198si at BBG, love it ! great people to deal with !!!

[poleposition]

I have the 798ci si with gold navionics card from 2009 (roughly $1200 alltogether) before they called it HD but I think its the same.They have a 2d upgrade I need to get off the site though. I like mine a lot, shows structure just like in the demos.