Simrad NSS7 evo 2 vs HDS 7 Gen 3

[skirulz]

Hi

Whats the better unit nss7 evo 2 or HDS7 gen 3 as HDS7 gen 3 with sidescan and chrip sonar on specials so wondering which one to go for?

[Commodore]

I have recently bought a a NSS8 Simrad touch screen for $1500. It is was a superb package which includes the chart and an internet link.

It has a good screen size and and is touch screen which is very handy when in choppy conditions. The instructions are a bit light on and it is not as intuitive as you would like but if you spend a bit of time working it out it quickly becomes easy to use. I found it was better value for money for the Lowrence products

[Swifty13]

simrad is a higher end product! im a big fan off the NSS but im using the Evo1 i can only imagine the evo2 is a step above!!

[NaClH2OK9]

As swifty says. The simrad is a better quality unit with better components.

I've got the evo2 12' and perhaps a little overkill for my boat, but i love it. Lots more features than I use on my 5m half cab though (I don't use radar. Autopilot. And don't have an engine with all the sensors)

I think it comes down to bundle prices on the day as these can make a huge difference to the price.. But I wouldn't pay too much attention to the bundled cmap. I don't think it's so good. And have upgraded to Navionics platinum.

Last time I looked simrad were offering cash back deals.

I'm not saying the Lawrence isn't a good unit though.

Just as Important make sure you budget for a good quality chirp transducer.

Edited June 25, 2015 by NaClH2OK9

[Swifty13]

Also, love the NSS update where you can view AND CONTROL you unit from a tablet!! can setup tablet at back of boat where you are fishing and no have to go back to the unit!