Best Fish Finders in the UK

The Deeper Chirp Plus is quite huge. First things first, working with the namesake CHIRP (Compressed High-Intensity Radiated Pulse) tech, this device reduces surface clutter as well as noise, keeping the sonar readings precise even when you're dealing with especially shallow waters. With this model, you can locate fish swimming <15 centimetres from the surface of the water. In the same vein, this device can catch bottom huggers as deep as 100 metres. Likewise, owing to the model's 1-centimetre target separation, this fish finder will have no trouble pinpointing even those target species that swim amongst a baitfish school or tracking the smallest lure during vertical jigging.

Barring these 2, the model's biggest strength is the 3 beam frequencies that this device supports. Using the wide-angle beam (47 degrees at 100 kHz), the finder expedites fish-holding spots discovery. Then, the mid-angle beam (16 degrees at 290 kHz) comes into play, letting you drill in on the located hotspot. When you're done with it, activate the narrow-angle beam (7 degrees at 675 kHz) and home in on the target species.

Of course, we can also talk about the company's app that this device is compatible with. But we've seen its detailed and crisp visuals before. We know that, with this app, you can see vegetation, structure, fish, and everything regarding the bottom, including its contours, hardness, and consistency. Even without discussing the app, there are very few fish finders that can turn you into an expert fisherman as fast as the Deeper Chirp Plus.

The Garmin Striker Vivid 4cv has everything you need for catching fish. Not only does it offer all of the essential features you need for quick and accurate detection of passing fish, but it also ensures that this can be done in the easiest way possible.

First things first, the device allows you to choose among several display colours, so you can see fish formations in any of the available colours, making it easy to see what's happening beneath. Also, it is able to show you depth, the temperature of water, speed as well as time, voltage and direction of passing fish formations. Getting the knack of the device is easy, and even those with limited experience should be able to figure things out in a matter of a few minutes.

Another highlight of the model is the built-in Quickdraw Contours software. Along with high-sensitivity GPS, GT20 transducer and CHIRP ClearVü scanning sonar, it gives you the option to plan accurately routes, mark fish spots and create your own maps. Thanks to that, you can get back on the same route next time you go fishing—a feature that's only found on advanced devices. For convenience of use, the tilt/swivel mount bracket is included.

All told, the Garmin Striker Vivid 4cv is a great purchase for any fisherman. It has all the features necessary for detecting fishy spots while also being easy to use even for a complete newbie. For the price point, this device is hard to beat!

Designed for all types of fishing including trolling fishing, ice fishing and fishing from a stationary position, the Lucky FF718LiC is a perfect solution that every fisherman needs.

To start off, the package comes equipped with the sonar itself, a tracking device, a charging cable, and a data cable that you can use for the wired operation. Speaking of operation, the appliance can work in both wired and wireless modes. While connected to the cable, the sonar can detect any object at depths of up to 100 metres. The wireless operation is limited to 45 metres of water, however, and will be suitable for more shallow waters to avoid accidental mistargeting. Unfortunately, the kit doesn’t include a power adaptor, so you will have to use one of your own in case you want to charge the device directly from the power socket. Once charged, the finder will provide you with up to 8-10 hours of runtime, depending on how often you will use it.

The only gripe we have with the packaging is the user manual. Although it tells you how to set up the sonar and how to actually utilise it, it lacks some in-depth instructions on how to use certain features to their full extent.

The reader, on the other hand, has a three-colour 2.8-inch LCD screen (blue, orange, grey) that allows for picking out even the smallest fish among other things that hide underwater. Although the accuracy of the sonar is not really something that you can call top-notch, it is still decent enough to filter most of the frequency noise.

Wrapping things up, the Lucky FF718LiC is one of the best portable fish finders that you can find for the price. Light, compact, and easy to use from both boat and the shore, it proves that a good fish sonar doesn’t always need to be expensive.

There are a lot of things to love about the Venterior Portable Fish Finder.

First things first, it's its price. This model is fairly affordable, which makes it a great solution for all budgets.

Secondly, it is the package. For the price, you get accurate fishing gear along with loads of additional perks such as a neck strap, stainless steel bolt wing nut, water-resistant bag and hard travel bag, so there's little else you need to buy.

However, the best thing about the unit is what it has inside. Utilising a sonar wave with frequency of 200 kHz, with a 45-degree angle, the device tells you about the fish position with pinpoint precision. On top of that, it has an impressive detectable depth range from 3ft/1m to 328ft/100m, which makes it perfectly suited for all sorts of fish—from small to large.

Using the fishing gear is as easy as anything. All you need is to dip the transducer into water and activate the display. At this very moment, the details such as the water depth and fish location will pop up on the screen. The settings can be saved for next use.

Summing up, the Venterior Portable Fish Finder is a great little thing. Not only is it able to provide you with accurate routes of the fish school in water, but it also has a great kit so that you can give it a test right after the purchase!

While the price of the device might suggest otherwise, this little fish finder from Lixada is perfectly suited for both amateur and professional fishermen. Let's take a look at it in detail, though.

To kick things off, the fish finder has an easy-to-read, intuitive 2-inch LCD screen with LED backlighting. Thanks to that, you can clearly view the school of fish beneath the surface and use the device at any time of the day. The detachable float means it can be easily disassembled, and it will take less time to find prey.

With regard to functionalities, although this little gizmo might not show as many parameters as some of the more advanced models, for the price point, it's definitely no slouch. It can show you the temperature of water and its depth and provide a remarkably wide detection range from 0.7 up to 100 metres, with a 45-degree angle. So, you should be able to retrieve all the details needed to explore the seabed and uncover those hot spots where the large fish are hiding.

In the end, if you are looking for an affordable and practical little fish finder to bring fish to you, don't look further — this one does an amazing job! In addition to being suitable for use in rivers, oceans, lakes, it works wonders detecting fish at up to 100 metres depth, which makes it a great tool for fishermen of all levels.