Minnkota Ultrex pros/cons

[Tommy2268]

Anyone willing to share their thoughts? I've heard and read some of the features the Ultrex does. I'm just curious about the negatives. Other than spot lock feature, it's just an expensive Fortrex. I'm in the market for a new TM and have narrowed my choices down to the Fortrex and Ultrex. I'm leaning towards the Fortrex, due to better deals. Have seen new Fortrex for $600.

[Jdubwom]

I love the Ultrex the only problem I have with it I don't get to use it enough. Worth the money in my book. I have a fortrex also on another boat and I love it too but if I had to pick one I would pick the Ultrex. Hope this helps.

[crappie flash]

Ultrex head and shoulders above.

[arkcrappie]

I just took a Fortrex off my boat and added an Ultrex. The Ultrex is 10 times easier to control with the foot pedal than the Fortrex. I was shocked. It will be a dream to operate later this spring when I'm jig fishing. For spider rigging, it is unbelievable. Cruise control to keep your speed constant, anchor to hold you in one spot, autopilot to keep you on a particular line, etc. I will not be without an Ultrex (or whatever takes its place) ever again.

[J.M.]

Next to a FF the ultrex is the best thing ever for a boat. I replaced my fortrex with ultrex best move I have made in a long time as for as fishing goes.

[Snubby]

Saying an Ultrex is just an expensive Fortrex is like saying a Motorcycle is just an expensive bicycle. With the Ultrex you have I pilot, remote control, US2, bluetooth wireless and link capability, not to mention yes spot lock as well as the cable steer foot control with electric assist.

[DHC]

Definitely a lot more than just an expensive fortrex. If you troll at all, the iPilot features are worth their weight in gold IMO.


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[Shad]

Have had both. Ultrex with no hesitation even at the high cost. Well worth it in my opinion.

[genec]

as already said by many,no camparison,right now ultrex is in a class of it's own.i don't go first class very often but ultrex is first class

[skeetbum]

It's an apples to oranges comparison. As already said, many options with the ultrex make it a winner, but maybe not for everyone. An option would be to set up a quick change removable bracket and keep the option of the cable steer just in case.