Top 10 Fish Finders Canada

What To Consider When Buying a Fish Finder

Intended use

Knowing your intended use will help you narrow down your buying options. If you’re planning to fish from a boat in different lakes we recommend getting a combo fish finder so that you can use the GPS features. If you’re planning to do a lot of ice fishing, a stand alone unit may be a more budget friendly option.

Different Types of Fish Finders

Stand-alone fish finders are specifically designed for detecting fish, under water structures and the depths of the water. These fish finders are typically more budget friendly because they don’t come with any added features.

Combo fish finders are generally the better option for most people. It comes with extra features such as GPS and mapping. GPS is an extremely useful tool to have when your fishing new lakes that you’re not familiar with. You can also add way points easily so that you can make it back to your favorite fishing spots. Mapping capability’s is also an extremely useful tool to have, it allows you to create and view the bottom of the bodies of water you’re fishing in by contouring the depth and structures at the bottom. The mapping capability of a combo fish finder will be much more detailed than a stand alone fish finder because of the advanced technology they have.

Special Features

Smart phone integration can be extremely useful for when you’re fishing with another person. It allows you to access the information shown on the fish finder with your smartphone device. Making it easy to share the fish finder and eliminating the need to have two fish finders.

CHIRP Sonar ( compressed high intensity radiated pulse) is a sonar feature that is a step up from traditional sonars. CHIRP sonars transmit a range of frequencies over a short period of time. Unlike traditional sonars that only transmit a single frequency. This allows you to have a clearer image quality making it easier to detect fish and map the bottom of the lake.

Live scope/Active Target/Mega Live is in our opinion the best feature to have ( there are different names for the feature depending on what brand you have). This is the most advanced sonar technology that allows you to be able to see below the water with a stunning real time image. This is great because it allows you to see how the fish react to your bait so that you can improve your technique and figure out what works best.

Product	Combo or Stand Alone	Live Scope/Active Target	Price
1. Lowrance HDS PRO	Combo	Yes	CA$3,766.19
2. Lowrance Elite FS 9	Combo	Yes	CA$1,299.99
3.Lowrance Elite FS 7	Combo	Yes	CA$1,303.99
4.Garmin Striker Vivid 9sv	Combo	No	CA$899.99
5.Humminbird 411610-1 HELIX 7	Combo	No	CA$879.99
6. Garmin Striker Vivid 7cv	Combo	No	CA$619.99
7.Lowrance Hook Reveal 7	Combo	No	CA$657.80
8.Garmin Stricker Vivid 5cv	Combo	No	CA$469.99
9.Lowrance Hook Reveal 5 SplitShot	Combo	No	CA$449.99
10.Garmin Stricker 4	Stand-Alone	No	CA$289.99

1. Lowrance HDS PRO 10 Inch Fish Finder/Chart Plotter with ActiveImaging HD 3-in-1 Transducer with Smartphone Integration

Rated: 9.8/10

Description

Fishfinder for beginners and experts alike - Achieve the ultimate fishfinding with the Lowrance HDS PRO Fish Finder. With ultra high-definition Active Imaging HD sonar, watch the structure with unparalleled detail and see fish move in real time!
High-resolution Live Sonar - Quickly recognize if your technique is working or if your fishing equipment needs to be adjusted. ActiveTarget 2 also gives you the full live-action picture in forward, down and scout views for your fishing boat.
Detailed chart plotter- C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts offer detailed information on thousands of lakes in the US and Canada, including bathymetric contours and custom depth shading. This chartplotter-fishfinder combo also provides navigation features for coastal areas with tides and currents information.
Up-to-date fishing electronics - Lowrance Fish Finder offers SolarMAX IPS HD Display with touch visibility, C-MAP Genesis Live for mapping, NMEA 2000 wireless Bluetooth support, and fishing system compatibility. It also supports ActiveTarget Scout and Ghost overlays.
The Ultimate Fishing Boat Accessories - Lowrance HDS PRO is the heart of the Ultimate Fishing System, with bow-to-stern boat control covering Power-Poles, autopilots, engines, radar, and more. HDS PRO also introduces new chart overlays for Ghost 360 and ActiveTarget Scout mode.

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2. Lowrance Elite FS 9 Fish Finder with Active Imaging 3-in-1 Transducer, Preloaded C-MAP Contour+ Charts

Rated:9.6

Description

ACTIVE IMAGING 3-IN-1: See structure and cover with a new level of refined detail with the included Active Imaging 3-in-1 sonar, featuring CHIRP, SideScan and DownScan with FishReveal.
ACTIVETARGET READY: See high-resolution images of fish swimming around structure and responding to your lure – as it happens – with support for ActiveTarget Live Sonar.
FULL NETWORKING: Build the complete Elite Fishing System with integrated wireless, NMEA 2000 and Ethernet connectivity – add Halo Dome Radar, Outboard Pilot or share sonar, charting, waypoints, and other user data between displays.
9-INCH MULTI TOUCH: The 9-inch, high-resolution, multi-touch screen is easy to use and install.
C-MAP CONTOUR+: From finding key fishing areas, like ledges, drop-offs and ditches to navigating with precision to fish-holding areas, you will have more success on the water with high-resolution 1-foot contours on 8,900 U.S. lakes.

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3. Lowrance Elite FS Fish Finder with Chart and Transducer Options

Rated: 9.5/10

Description

ACTIVE IMAGING 3-IN-1: See structure and cover with a new level of refined detail with the included Active Imaging 3-in-1 sonar, featuring CHIRP, SideScan and DownScan with FishReveal.
ACTIVETARGET READY: See high-resolution images of fish swimming around structure and responding to your lure – as it happens – with support for ActiveTarget Live Sonar.
FULL NETWORKING: Build the complete Elite Fishing System with integrated wireless, NMEA 2000 and Ethernet connectivity – add Halo Dome Radar, Outboard Pilot or share sonar, charting, waypoints, and other user data between displays.
7-INCH MULTI TOUCH: The 7-inch, high-resolution, multi-touch screen is easy to use and install.
C-MAP CONTOUR+: From finding key fishing areas, like ledges, drop-offs and ditches to navigating with precision to fish-holding areas, you will have more success on the water with high-resolution 1-foot contours on 8,900 U.S. lakes.

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4. Garmin Striker Vivid 9sv, WW with GT52HW-TM transducer

Rated: 9.3

Description

Easy-to-use 9” color fishfinder with new vivid scanning sonar color palettes to easily distinguish fish and structure
Supports Garmin CHIRP traditional sonar plus CHIRP ClearVü and CHIRP SideVü scanning sonars (requires compatible transducer)
High-sensitivity GPS to mark waypoints, create routes and view your boat’s speed
Includes built-in Quickdraw Contours mapping

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5. Humminbird 411610-1 HELIX 7 CHIRP Mega DI GPS G4 Fish Finder

Rated: 9.3

Description

Keypad control: Master HELIX at the touch of a button; access the pre-loaded views from the user-friendly menu system, operated by softkey controls that allow you to reliably operate your fish finder in any conditions
MEGA Down Imaging: Get unprecedented underwater clarity with coverage down to 125 feet below your boat
Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar: Before you cast, know what's down there thanks to highly-detailed fish arches and a clear view of fish-holding structure and the bottom
Internal GPS and Humminbird Basemap: Our enhanced basemap provides you with a clear view of underwater terrain and surrounding points of interest so you can fish and navigate with total confidence
Premium Chart Compatible: Humminbird provides the most complete offering of premium chart options to anglers everywhere

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6. Garmin Striker Vivid 7cv, U.S. with GT20-TM Transducer - Easy-to-Use 7-inch Color Fishfinder and Sonar Transducer, Vivid Scanning Sonar Color Palettes (010-02552-00)

Rated: 9.1/10

Description

Easy-to-use 7” color fishfinder with new vivid scanning sonar color palettes to easily distinguish fish and structure; tilt/swivel bailmount bracket included
Includes a GT20 transducer for built-in Garmin CHIRP traditional sonar and CHIRP ClearVü scanning sonar
High-sensitivity GPS to mark waypoints, create routes and view your boat’s speed
Includes built-in Quickdraw Contours mapping
Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to connect to the ActiveCaptain app with compatible smartphone to transfer waypoints, receive smart notifications (including software update notifications) and access the Garmin Quickdraw Community

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7. Lowrance Hook Reveal 7-inch Fish Finder with Chart and Transducer Options

Rated: 9.1/10

Description

FISHREVEAL: Fish are easier to find and easier to identify. FishReveal combines the target separation of Lowrance CHIRP sonar and the high-resolution images of structure from DownScan Imaging to makes fish light up on your display.
C-MAP CONTOUR plus: With high-resolution 1-foot contours on 8,900 U.S. lakes, spend more time trying to catch fish and less time trying to find them with the high-resolution detail of C-MAP Contour plus US/CAN inland and coastal charts.
TRIPLESHOT TRANSDUCER: Perfect for anglers who want all their sonar from a single transducer, TripleShot features wide-angle high CHIRP sonar and the high-resolution images of fish-holding structure from SideScan and DownScan Imaging.
AUTOTUNING SONAR: Spend more time fishing and less time reworking your sonar settings with HOOK Reveal autotuning sonar, which ensures you get the best sonar image every time by automatically adjusting settings as fishing conditions change.
7-INCH DISPLAY: Enjoy crisp and clear views of your display no matter the conditions – even in direct sunlight – with excellent clarity and daylight visibility of HOOK Reveal’s SolarMAX display.

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8. Garmin Striker Vivid 5cv, WW with GT20-TM transducer

Rated: 8.9/10

Description

Easy-to-use 5” color fishfinder with new vivid scanning sonar color palettes to easily distinguish fish and structure
Supports Garmin CHIRP traditional sonar and CHIRP ClearVü scanning sonar (requires compatible transducer)
High-sensitivity GPS to mark waypoints, create routes and view your boat’s speed
Includes built-in Quickdraw Contours mapping

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9. Lowrance Hook Reveal 5 SplitShot - 5-inch Fish Finder with SplitShot Transducer, Preloaded C-Map US Inland Mapping

Rated: 8.9

Description

FISHREVEAL: Fish are easier to find and easier to identify. FishReveal combines the target separation of Lowrance CHIRP sonar and the high-resolution images of structure from DownScan Imaging to makes fish light up on your display.
HIGH-DETAIL INLAND MAPS: Get high-detail maps of almost 4,000 US inland lakes. Create custom contour maps with even greater detail over any map or GPS plotter with Genesis Live, so you can get onto the fish faster.
SPLITSHOT TRANSDUCER: Perfect for anglers who want the best views below the boat, SplitShot features the fish-finding capability of wide-angle high CHIRP sonar and the high-resolution images of fish-holding structure from DownScan Imaging.
AUTOTUNING SONAR: Spend more time fishing and less time reworking your sonar settings with HOOK Reveal autotuning sonar, which ensures you get the best sonar image every time by automatically adjusting settings as fishing conditions change.
5-INCH DISPLAY: Enjoy crisp and clear views of your display no matter the conditions – even in direct sunlight – with excellent clarity and daylight visibility of HOOK Reveal’s SolarMAX display.

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10. Garmin 010-01550-10 Striker 4 Fishfinder with Portable Kit

Rated: 8.6/10

Description

Clearvü scanning sonar, shows you more of what is in the water around your boat. This high-frequency sonar gives near-photographic images with detailed representations of objects, structure and fish
The power of simple, offers a keyed interface with dedicated buttons. The device is easy to use and easy to install. Available in 3.5-, 5-And 7-inch display sizes
Waypoint map, use the waypoint map to easily view, mark and navigate to locations such as brush piles, stumps and docks
Chirp sonar, chirp sends a continuous sweep of frequencies which provides a wider range of information. Chirp sonar is able to create crisper fish arches with better target separation
Built-In flasher, view your sonar data in the classic flasher format; ideal for ice fishing or vertical jigging

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