Rhodan vs Ipilot trolling motors

[Hs2725]

I've been looking at GPS trolling motors. I have read a lot of good comments about the Rhodan trolling motors from Florida. I am wondering if anyone here has any actual experience with these TMs. The spot lock or anchor mode is what I am most interested in. From what I've read the Rhodan may have a better anchor system and more advanced GPS system. Does anyone know anything about these two TMs?

[skeetbum]

Where's Cane Pole when you need him?

[crappielimits]

Do they have a website?

[Hs2725]

Do they have a website?

They do have a web site. However, I would like unbiased information from actual crappie guys that have used them. From what I've read, the Ipiolot, when in actual use won't keep you on a spot as advertised. I am wondering if the same is true for the Rhodan. It said to be better but I don't know.

[SeaRay]

With the kind of money you spend for an I-Pilot type unit I would want the backing of a proven company behind the purchase. Plus all the advice you can get from the guys on here that have one. I have never heard of the other unit. Does not mean it is not any good, but you will be a pioneer in the field using it, just like the first guys on here who bought the first I-Pilot. And the first I-Pilot had some bumps and warts as any new product does, but MK has done a good job of addressing those.
As far as the anchor system not working I think you have to be realistic about what it can do. Once you set the anchor lock the GPS is reading a signal from a satellite many miles away. If you get a gust of wind that blows you off your spot the unit has to recognize you've moved and react to move you back to the spot.
Most people on here agree it will hold you within 10 ft. Mine does that or better if the wind is not blowing like crazy. To get much more precise than that you would have to spend a whole lot more money. I am very satisfied with my I-Pilot and what it offers.
Good luck with your choice. If you get the Rhodan I am sure everyone, including myself, will be curious to see how it performs.

[kercha83]

Rhodan, I never heard of that one but now I am curious on this one. I have the terrova 101 36v I-Pilot, the anchor lock works but I think it needs more work to make the feature perfect. I found my terrova trying to correct itself a couple of times by overshooting the location and have to turn the boat back around and also my terrova will keep us locked at or around the 10 foot circle instead of the 6 foot circle that was claimed by the manufacture. Overall I am happy with this trolling motor.

[wilbur]

I have seen adds for them , but if I remember right they are pretty Pricey

[short grub]

wish I would have know about this unit two months ago ......

["G"]

With the kind of money you spend for an I-Pilot type unit I would want the backing of a proven company behind the purchase. Plus all the advice you can get from the guys on here that have one. I have never heard of the other unit. Does not mean it is not any good, but you will be a pioneer in the field using it, just like the first guys on here who bought the first I-Pilot. And the first I-Pilot had some bumps and warts as any new product does, but MK has done a good job of addressing those.
As far as the anchor system not working I think you have to be realistic about what it can do. Once you set the anchor lock the GPS is reading a signal from a satellite many miles away. If you get a gust of wind that blows you off your spot the unit has to recognize you've moved and react to move you back to the spot.
Most people on here agree it will hold you within 10 ft. Mine does that or better if the wind is not blowing like crazy. To get much more precise than that you would have to spend a whole lot more money. I am very satisfied with my I-Pilot and what it offers.
Good luck with your choice. If you get the Rhodan I am sure everyone, including myself, will be curious to see how it performs.

I love my Terrova with I-Pilot

[rducks123]

Trolling Motors - Rhodan Marine HD GPS Anchor