Product Comparison: Garmin echoMAP Plus 42CV vs Humminbird HELIX 5 DI G2


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Garmin echoMAP Plus 42CV Fishfinder
Humminbird HELIX 5 DI G2 FIshfinder
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General Specifications
Brand
Garmin
Humminbird
Origin
Taiwan
USA
Model
echoMAP Plus 42CV
HELIX 5 DI G2
About the Product
This compact combo has lots of built-in benefits. Easy-to-install and even easier to use, it has a bright 4.3” display that is easy to read on a sunny day on the water. It features built-in support for Garmin CHIRP traditional sonar that delivers remarkable target separation and CHIRP ClearVü scanning sonar for nearly photographic images of what’s below the boat.
If fishing is in your DNA, there's no such thing as "too early" or "too far." High expectations go with the territory. The HELIX 5 Series answers the call with an uncompromising, 5" widescreen display. This HELIX 5 DI G2 model features Down Imaging, DualBeam PLUS and SwitchFire.
Key Specs
Standard Sonar
CHIRP, ClearVü
DualBeam PLUS, Down Imaging
Sonar Power Output (RMS)
500 watts
500 watts
Sonar Power Output (Peak)
4000 watts
4000 watts
Max Depth
2300 ft.
600 ft.
Sonar Frequency
50 kHz, 77 kHz, 200 kHz
200 kHz, 455 kHz, 800 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Garmin echoMAP Plus 42CV Fishfinder
  • It gives you a nearly photographic image of what’s below your boat.
  • CHIRP traditional sonar provides amazingly clear target separation and definition.
  • You clearly see structure, submerged objects and fish.
  • The images are crystal clear.
  • Great unit, everything works well.
Humminbird HELIX 5 DI G2 FIshfinder
  • Works great! Down imaging is awesome!
  • Pretty nice fish finder.
  • This unit is amazingly clear with great detail.
  • Excellent depth plotting and super easy interface.
  • Great accuracy. Easy to see in the sun, easy to use.
Size & Weight
Height
6.5 in.
4.64 in.
Width
4 in.
7.55 in.
Depth
3.1 in.
3.3 in.
Weight
1.6 lbs.
2.6 lbs.
Interface
Display
4.3" (480x272) WQVGA color display with backlight
5" (800x480) WVGA color display
Built-In Maps
Worldwide Basemap, Garmin Quickdraw Contours
Humminbird Basemap
Control
Buttons
Buttons
Memory Features
5000 Waypoints, 50 Tracks, 100 Routes, Memory card slot
3D-Map View
No
No
What customers say about "Interface"
Garmin echoMAP Plus 42CV Fishfinder
  • Instantly create personalized fishing maps on-screen with 1’ contours as you fish.
  • Has great preloaded worldwide basemap.
  • Fish finder is really good. Setup was simple.
  • Great screen visibility in sunlight.
  • The screen is very bright.
Humminbird HELIX 5 DI G2 FIshfinder
  • Having a 5 inch screen is very nice.
  • I found navigating the menus fairly easy.
  • It works great and the display is crisp and clear.
  • Screen size is good.
  • The screen is easy to view for its size even on sunny days. Highly recommend.
Features
GPS Features
Internal GPS
Mounting System
Bail or flush
Gimbal Bracket
Smartphone Compatibility
Nо
Nо
Memory Card Slot
Yes
No
Protection
IPX7
IPX7
Power
10 - 17 VDC
10.8 - 20 VDC
Accessories Included
Mount, Cables
Mount, Cables
Extras
Clear Scanning Sonar Images, Supports AIS, Supports DSC, Compact design
SwitchFire Sonar, 2D Sonar, Split-screen zoom, Real Time Sonar, Selective Fish ID+
What customers say about "Features"
Garmin echoMAP Plus 42CV Fishfinder
  • The GPS works nicely.
  • The GPS seems pretty accurate.
  • Small but with a lot of features.
  • It was easy to install.
  • It is well made. Great unit.
Humminbird HELIX 5 DI G2 FIshfinder
  • Easy to install and set up.
  • Easy to use and great price.
  • The display is very nice even in a split view mode.
  • Solid, bright and very simple.
  • Simple install and mounting.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer warranty
1 year
1 year
Certifications
CE, EAC
CE, EAC
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
299.99 $

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