External or Internal GPS Antenna?

[deep-v]

Just wondering what the pros/cons of an external GPS antenna vs an internal GPS antenna are. Which one works better, or is their performance the same?

Thanks in advance,
deep-v

[gone fishing]

Deep-v,

I started out with a Garmin with an external antenna. I upgraded to two more Garmins with internal antennas. I have seen no difference in receiving signals from the satellites. I like the internal antenna because you do not have to worry about wires and breaking off the antenna.

Donald

[TAE73]

There is no difference in either or, they make the both becuause you cant mount a internal antenna in a dash mount. And if someone is not mounting it in the dash, then you can get by with the internal this just saves extra holes in the boat.

[possumcop]

The first 332c I had was an internal ant. Had to send it back because it would not pick up. Got an external instead.

[rango]

if you are mounting your unit in a spot that dont have a clear line of sight to the satelites, i dont think an internal antennae aint gonna work to well and youd be better of going with an external antennae mounted in a spot that has a clear view to the satelites.

[FisherMike]

The only diff. I've seen is with an external you run the risk of knocking it off.
On the other hand. I like the external antenna in case something happens to it, I don't have to send the whole unit back in for service.

[deep-v]

Thanks for the replies folks. Sounds like one with an external antenna would be the best way to go.

Thanks again,
deep-v