Rating of GPS navigators Garman for the forest: hunting and fishing

What is a GPS navigator for fishing and forestry

How does the navigator of a hiker or fisherman differ from an automobile or software one? These devices have special requirements. Since hunting and fishing take place in a natural environment, it means that the device must be protected as much as possible from moisture, dirt, dust and shock. After all, it would be a shame to be left without navigation at the most difficult moment due to a simple fall of the device.

Navigators for fishermen and hunters need a high degree of autonomy. Indeed, sometimes in search of prey, they have to cover considerable distances, and this takes a lot of time. A capacious battery can provide greater autonomy. Due to the fact that the traveler is usually loaded with various belongings, every extra gram may count. Therefore, the navigation device must be compact and lightweight.

Advantages and disadvantages of Garmin navigators

Garmin specializes in the production of navigators of a wide variety of calibers. Among them are automobile, tourist and for hunters and fishermen. The range of travel and fishing devices are characterized by high build quality. In this way, the best survivability of the device is achieved even under the harshest conditions. The use of high-quality GPS receivers allows you to quickly capture data from satellites and position yourself most accurately.

A convenient and intuitive interface will not let you get lost in the settings, since all the settings are on the surface, as a result of which it is easy and simple to operate the gadget. As for the shortcomings, it is better to consider them on the basis of specific models. Some do not have additional functionality such as listening to music and playing videos. Others are running out of battery power, etc.

Purpose of Garmin navigators

The main purpose of the devices is to help you determine your location and, accordingly, build the correct and most optimal route to your goal. Conventionally, there are three main categories of Garmin navigators for people who want active recreation:

• tourist;
• for fishermen;
• for hunting.

Tourist navigator for the forest

These devices are specially designed for long journeys on foot. Usually they contain a set of maps, a GPS receiver, a compass and all the necessary functionality that may be useful to a traveler. The devices are powered mainly by conventional AA batteries. This is due to the fact that such batteries can be taken with you on the road in reserve and replaced if necessary.

Hunting navigators

This type of device is similar to travel models. They have the same functionality and capabilities. The difference lies in some models that have a special dog collar in the kit. With their help, you can follow the movements of hunting dogs on the interactive map on the display of the device.

Fishing Navigators

For fishermen, Garmin manufactures both simple models with a navigator, and sophisticated harvesters with echo sounders, maps, route builders and much more. Which navigator to choose for fishing, you need to decide in each case.

Review of the most popular models of Garmin navigators for hunting and fishing

Let's take a look at the most interesting and popular navigator models for fishermen, tourists and hunters that the market has to offer.

eTrex 20x

A very compact and portable navigator that is suitable for any type of outdoor activity - fishing, hunting or traveling. In addition to GPS support, there is also a domestic GLONASS. The software is installed in the device of its own design, which bears the same name - Garmin. Control is carried out using physical buttons that are located throughout the body of the device. The data is displayed on the LCD-display with a resolution of 240 × 320 with a diagonal of 2.2 inches.

The internal memory in the device is 3.7 GB. It is needed to update maps and save other related content. Among other things, the navigator can view pictures, comes with a set of maps, and also has a waterproof case. You can buy such a Garmin navigator for hunting and fishing for 12,000 rubles.

eTrex 20x

GPSMAP 64

Another portable navigator of the universal type, the goals of which are not sharply indicated. That is, it can be used by everyone - fishermen, hunters and tourists. The device is equipped with a small 2.6-inch display with a resolution of 160 × 240. Its memory on board is represented by 4 GB. The antenna is placed outside for a clearer signal reception. You can expand the memory due to the existing microSD slot. The housing is waterproof, which expands the device's application for all types of outdoor activities.

GPSMAP 64

eTrex 10

Inexpensive navigator for forest and travel. There is GLONASS and GPS. Information is displayed on a small display with a resolution of 128 × 240. The antenna is internal. Power is supplied by two AA batteries. The stated operating time from them is 25 hours. The body is waterproof. The cost of the device is around 8,000 rubles.

eTrex 10

Alpha 100 with collar TT15

Portable universal navigator for hiking and hunting. The set includes a collar for hunting dogs. Their movement can be tracked on the screen of the device. Simultaneous monitoring of 20 dogs is supported.

LCD-screen color, 3-inch, with a resolution of 240 × 400, touch type. Own memory in the device is 8 GB. It can be expanded if necessary using SD cards. Additionally, the device has a barometer and a compass. Unlike previous models, this one has its own lithium-ion battery.

gps collar

GPS 72H

This device is interesting in that to save battery power, instead of a color screen, a monochrome size 4 × 5.6 cm is used. Its resolution is 120x160. The device is powered by two AA batteries. According to the developers, their charge should be enough for 18 hours of work. Additional functions include the presence of various calendars for the hunter and fisherman, information about the phases of the moon, sunrise and sunset.

Garmin Navigator

Foretrex 401

A handy wrist navigator for fishermen, hunters and travelers. A small, economical monochrome screen with a resolution of 100 × 64 is quite informative. There is a barometer and a compass inside the device. The battery lasts for about 17 hours of using the device. The case, as with many Garmin products, is waterproof. The price of this Garmin navigator is 14,000 rubles.

Foretrex 401

Epix

This watch is a portable navigator watch for the forest, fishing and hunting. Compatible with all known mobile platforms. Using the built-in functionality, you can receive SMS, mail, read social networks, etc. The screen on the device is a touchscreen, 1.4 inches, with a resolution of 205 × 148. The watch can pick up signals from both GPS and GLONASS satellites. There is built-in Bluetooth for data exchange and control. Own memory in the device is 8 GB. Despite its modest size, the watch is equipped with an accelerometer, compass and altimeter. The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery. The stated working time is 24 hours.

Garmin watch

GPSMAP 276Cx

A versatile and functional device, one of the best navigators for hunting and fishing. Equipped with a convenient 5-inch display with a quality resolution of 800 × 480. The kit includes its own maps, downloaded at the time of purchase. Built-in memory in the device is 8 GB.

The device is powered by its own battery. There are USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi interfaces on board. If there is not enough memory, you can add an SD card. The body is waterproof. Interestingly, this model can be powered by both its own battery and AA batteries.

GPSMAP 276Cx

eTrex Touch 35

Quite a simple but functional pocket navigator for fishermen, hunters and tourists. Unlike the already presented eTrex models, this one has a 2.6-inch touchscreen and a resolution of 160 × 240. Memory for the needs of the system is allocated 8 GB. The device can read photos, has a built-in compass and barometer.

eTrex Touch 35

Forerunner 205

Probably the simplest and cheapest navigator for fishing, hunting and tourism in the form of a watch. Its cost does not exceed 1,000 rubles. The map is displayed on a 3.3 x 2 cm monochrome screen. The device is powered by its own lithium-ion battery, which lasts for 10 hours. The device can be used by tourists, fishermen and hunters, as well as sportsmen.

Forerunner 205

Striker 7sv

This is a whole harvester, which, probably, will be rightly appreciated by fishing enthusiasts. There is an echo sounder, a navigator, and many other interesting features. The device has a large 7-inch screen with a resolution of 800 × 480. The housing is protected from moisture.

Additional features include a temperature sensor, displaying the bottom structure, determining the size of fish and the depth of the reservoir. The device is capable of operating at temperatures down to -55 ° C. Therefore, the navigator is suitable for winter fishing.

Striker 7sv

Which Garmin navigator to choose for the forest

Going into the forest, you need to imagine what the navigator should be equipped with in order not to go astray and get the most out of the trip. First, the device must have maps of the area. Almost all Garmin devices have them out of the box. Secondly, it would be desirable to have a compass and a temperature sensor, especially important for overnight travel. And, of course, the device must be able to perform its main function - determining the location and building a route. In the Garmin collection, for these purposes, you can take a closer look at the eTrex, GPSMAP or Montana line of devices. Among them, you can choose a device with the necessary functionality and a suitable price.

Which Garmin navigator to choose for hunting and fishing

Specifically, fishermen can be advised a series of devices from Garmin Stryker, Echomap or GPSMAP. There is a lot to choose from navigators for fishing, hunting and tourism. These are not only navigators, but also echo sounders, thermometers and much more. All devices are waterproof and shockproof.

As for hunters, there are no big differences from tourist models in the requirements. Unless you can take a closer look at the Astro and Alpha series with sets of collars for hunting dogs. Otherwise, simple tourist navigators will suit avid hunters as well.

Review of prices for Garmin navigators

To make it easier for you to decide which navigator to buy for fishing, hunting or tourism, we have collected all the interesting models in one table.

Photo	Characteristics	price, rub.
	Screen diagonal: 2.6 ″. Memory: 3.7 GB. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: 2 AA batteries. Working hours: 25 hours. Micro SD, waterproof case, calendars, charts, photo viewing.	12 000
	Screen diagonal: 2.6 ″. Memory: 4 GB. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: 2 AA batteries. Working hours: 16 hours. Micro SD, waterproof case, calendars, charts, photo viewer, ANT +.	17 000
	Screen diagonal: 2.2 ″. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: 2 AA batteries. Working hours: 25 hours. Waterproof case.	8 000
	Screen diagonal: 3 ″. Memory: 8 GB. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: Li-Ion. Micro SD, waterproof case, barometer, compass, collar.	47 000
	GPS. Power supply: 2 AA batteries. Working hours: 18 hours. Waterproof case, calendars, charts, photo viewing.	21 400
	GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: 2 AA batteries. Working hours: 17 h. Waterproof case, barometer, compass.	13 000
	Screen diagonal: 1.4 ″. Memory: 8 GB. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: Li-Ion. Working hours: 24 hours. Bluetooth, compass, altimeter, barometer, modern OS compatibility.	25 000
	Screen diagonal: 5 ″. Memory: 8 GB. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: Li-Ion. Barometer, Micro SD, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Maps, Smartphone Compatibility.	48 000
	Screen diagonal: 2.6 ″. Memory: 8 GB. GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: 2 AA batteries. Bluetooth, Compass, Altimeter, Barometer, Micro SD.	18 000
	GLONASS / GPS. Power supply: Li-Ion. Working hours: 10 hours. Waterproof case.	1 000
	Screen diagonal: 7 ″. GLONASS / GPS. Waterproof case.	40 000

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