10 best navigators for hunting and fishing

A feature of navigators for hunting and fishing is the ability to use topographic maps, compactness, longer battery life. In addition, operation in the field conditions of a high-tech device implies at least the smallest degree of protection against shock and moisture. An ordinary navigator (car) in the forest will be of little use - there are no roads, and a mechanical compass can show orientation to the cardinal points. In addition, its battery will last only a few hours, and there is no protection from harsh hiking conditions.

Our review presents the best models of navigators for outdoor enthusiasts. The rating took into account the basic parameters of the devices, their autonomy and the degree of protection against external factors. In addition, the assessment was also influenced by the feedback from the owners, which contain invaluable information on the practical application of a particular model.

Top 10 best navigators for hunting and fishing

10 Neoline Moto 2

The Neoline Moto 2 is ideal for a snowmobile or other vehicles moving over rough terrain (while hunting or walking). The navigator has a high degree of protection against moisture and a fairly rigid mount on the tubular handlebar. When operating in winter, the sensor exhibits normal performance up to -10 ° C. The processor provides fast processing of signals from the satellite and acceptable operation of the installed complex of Navitel, which supports downloading of regional, more detailed maps.

Owners like the ability to connect to the on-board network, the adjustable brightness of the LCD screen (diagonal - 4.3 inches) of the navigator allows you to choose the optimal visibility of the picture, both in bright sunlight and at night. In the reviews, there are many positive evaluations of the practicality of the Neoline Moto 2. By installing it on a motorboat, the owner will be able to significantly expand the possibilities for fishing on reservoirs with a large area of ​​water mirror, noting at the same time feeding and fishing places. In general, one of the most practical navigators for open modes of transport is characterized by an affordable price, which gives the model an advantage, especially in comparison with similar products of such brands as Garmin or Lowrance.

9 ALAN MAP 500

The "unkillable" case and lightness, which does not allow drowning in water, are the distinguishing features of this reliable and unpretentious navigator model. ALAN MAP 500 can be fixed on the handlebars of a bicycle, motorbike or snowmobile, just hold it in your hand, but you definitely need to take it with you on the nature. It will lead out of an unfamiliar forest or help you find a better place for fishing. When hunting for a wild beast, this navigator will also be useful - with its help, the user will quickly go to a given position. In total, you can save up to 20 routes with 500 marked points in each.

Navigator can be supplemented with a map of the area - just download the files of the desired format to removable media. This, judging by the reviews, makes navigation more comfortable.The owners like the monochrome display - it provides excellent visibility in the sun, has a backlight and, in addition, slowly consumes battery power, which means a longer operation of the navigator. Despite the 12-channel receiver, it catches satellite signals fairly confidently, but just in case an external antenna connection is provided.

8 Cobra GPS 1000 DLX

The only model of the series that supports loading maps with detail. This reason allowed the Cobra GPS1000 navigator to become a member of our rating with not the weakest result. You should take it with you for fishing, hunting, and even more so in the forest for mushrooms. Allows you to set up to 500 points on the route and has the function TracBack (return road). Getting lost in an unfamiliar area with him in his hands is almost impossible. At the same time, a reliable 18-channel GPS receiver confidently catches satellites, and the batteries last for 14 hours.

In addition, owners like the fact that the monochrome navigator (slightly reminiscent of the legendary Nokia model) has an electronic compass, can measure the height. The Rand McNally card handler is fairly reliable and ensures reliable operation of the device. In the reviews, the owners from the positive side appreciated the possibility of pre-calculating the route and the presence of screen backlighting, which allows traffic to continue in the dark. For installation on a vehicle (from a boat to a snowmobile) a special mount is required, which must be purchased separately.

7 BHCnav NAVA Pro F70

This is the best navigator for the harsh conditions that the owner has to face when fishing or hunting. If the BHCnav NAVA Pro F70 falls into the water, it will not only not drown, but continue to work further, as if nothing had happened. The main thing is that the owner has time to catch the device until it is carried away by the current. In the navigator there is a barometer, a magnetic compass and a thermometer. The color LCD screen is quite large for this type of device - 2.8 inches diagonally

Owners like the high sensitivity of a 20-channel satellite receiver GPS and GLONASS. In the forest, under the dense crowns of trees, the navigator maintains a confident connection and rather accurately (up to 3 meters) positions its location. Also in the reviews positively noted the possibility of installing more detailed topographic maps. When using AA batteries, the power supply lasts almost a day of continuous operation, and if you periodically send a device to sleep (hot start takes only 2 seconds), even more.

6 Pyle PGSPW5

Another American brand produces so good navigators that its best model could not but take part in our rating. Very compact and lightweight (only 76 grams), this device is indispensable for moving through the forest or driving over rough terrain on quad bikes (or snowmobiles in winter). At the same time, the case has a high level of moisture protection, and there is no need to hide it from rain. Functions such as a thermometer, compass and barometer will be useful in hiking, fishing or hunting. Navigator supports downloading maps, works with Google Maps and Google Earth.

The owners have a positive opinion about the function of connecting external sensors using ANT + technology. Information about speed, pulse and even about the sugar content in the blood, as well as many other data, on a long journey is quite useful, and judging by the reviews, they allow users to behave more efficiently. This is especially important for those who are over-contraindicated, but they do not intend to give up active life.

5 Magellan Triton 1500

Unlike other models, you can download regional maps in the Magellan Triton 1500, the main thing is that their volume can accommodate the SD memory of the navigator.The moisture resistant rubberized case has high stability from mechanical influences. It is convenient to place it on the handlebars of a bicycle, motorcycle and even a snowmobile - it is enough to install a special mount, and it will always be at hand.

On the hunt and or long-distance fishing in uncharted places, the benefits of the Magellan Triton 1500 can be very serious. Windows CE allows you to install all the applications available PDAs. Since there are only general maps of the CIS territories in the navigator, with large roads and outlines of reservoirs, the owners, after a small rework, can easily establish even the topographical schemes of the General Staff of the USSR - judging by the reviews, it will be much easier to navigate in unfamiliar areas.

4 Lowrance Endura Out & Back

He is not afraid of the crowns of trees in the old forest, mountain gorges and the sky covered with clouds - the GPS receiver has 42 communication channels and in any situation can quickly determine where the user is located. The rubberized housing of the navigator can withstand falls from a height, is resistant to moisture, in a word, it is fully adapted to the active exploitation of hunting, fishing or hiking.

It is possible to download third-party maps, but the pre-installed licensed program OziExplorer (paid version) contains a huge amount of topographic information. The owners positively rated the reliability of the device - Lowrance Endura Out & Back did not let them down even once. Despite its compactness, the monochrome navigator is powerful enough and demonstrates excellent performance.

3 Garmin GPSMAP 64ST

One of the best navigators for outdoor activities. Has pre-installed topographic maps of Garmin and can save up to 200 routes. Micro SD memory slot and its 8 GB allow you to install better quality cards (instead of the original vector). When hunting or fishing, in addition to navigation, the owner may be useful for such functions as a barometer and a tide table, a compass. It works with sensors using ANT + technology, communicates with a smartphone, in a word, despite a somewhat unusual appearance (resembles the first mobile phones, only miniature), is a very modern, “advanced” navigation device. This feature is especially useful for fans of ATVs or snowmobiles, as well as cycling travelers.

In their reviews, some owners are dissatisfied only with the fast discharge of Li-Ion batteries, and report that the device requires Ni-MH batteries with low self-discharge. But this is not so - the device supports both types of batteries, just in the menu when you first start you need to set the type of batteries installed. In the rest - the model is just wonderful. The device confidently detects GLONAS and GPS navigation satellites, precisely positions its location, has a processor sufficient for fast operation, does not “hang” and does not lose satellites in open areas (in a dense forest, in bad weather, the signal may be weak). In addition, a durable case effectively resists shock and moisture.

2 Garmin Foretrex 701

Excellent navigation device for wearing on the wrist. The size of its monochrome screen is only 2 inches, but it can do a lot: conduct ballistic calculations (Applied Ballistics Elite), measure height and area. There are calendars for fishing and hunting, and a lot of other useful information. In addition, the track navigator supports pairing with a smartphone and sensors (compatibility ANT‍ +) via Bluetooth, there is a compass, altimeter and much more. At the same time, the Foretrex 701 does not have the usual maps - it is a track navigator, and when traveling along a route it is allowed to set up to 10,000 points. The owner can mark the base parking, fish or mushroom space, in a word - everything that he sees fit.

The device works with three systems (GLONASS, GPS and Galileo - 77 satellites), and it is very difficult to lose a signal in the deep forest with all of them at once. But even in this case, the magnetic compass and barometric altimeter will not let you get lost and will bring the owner to the right place.The latter feature allows you to work with the Jumpmaster skydiver application. In addition to all the advantages, the positive reviews deserve amazing strength and autonomy of the navigator - it confidently withstands 48 hours of work (when connecting sensors wirelessly, this time may be reduced).

1 Garmin eTrex 10

Portable navigators of this brand are very popular in the domestic market. Going to the forest for mushrooms, fishing or hunting - these types of outdoor activities may require the ability to navigate the terrain, and Garmin eTrex 10 will be most welcome. The reception quality of satellite signals (GPS and GLONAS) is an order of magnitude higher than that of similar models from other manufacturers - in the dense forest the treetops will not interfere. Accumulators (two AA batteries) will surely maintain the navigator's performance for more than a day thanks to the monochrome screen.

According to the owners, Garmin eTrex 10 has the most affordable price in the model line of this brand. In addition to the map itself, this device provides the user with a compass, can determine the speed, azimuth, make preliminary calculations. The reviews positively evaluate the excellent resistance to mechanical stress and moisture protection (high quality rubberized body). It maintains performance at -18 ° C and is perfect for riding a snowmobile or a motorcycle (bicycle) - it can be installed using a universal mounting for the phone.

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