Editor's Review
Garmin Echo 200
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The Garmin Echo 200 offers you a device that is both affordable and able to increase the success of your angling experience. The ease of use becomes apparent from the moment of installation with the quick-release tilt mount. You will have the fishfinder and the included transom mount transducer set up and ready for action in no time at all.
The Echo 200 features Garmin HD-ID technology that allows you to see clearly what is lying below the boat. You will be able to locate, view and distinguish the contours and structures underneath the water like never before. See exactly where the edges and drop-offs are located so you can find where the fish are hiding. Target the fish you want. Watch your drop as it happens to see anything below the surface that could hinder your success.
Your viewing area is expanded with the Echo 200 and the dual-beam transducer that is included. Powered by 300w RMS sonar you can see accurate detail below the boat at depths of up to 1500ft, making deep water fishing a viable alternative. For those shallow water excursions, the sonar gives a wide angle view of up to 120 degrees to allow you to see fish, structures and contours even in a lower water depth.
Garmin’s Smooth Scaling technology ensures that you always have access to your sonar history during your excursion. Even as you alternate between water depths you can view the history to see where you have been and what spots you have covered. This feature also allows you to rewind your sonar history as needed. Know in an instant where those previously visited hotspots were located.
Every detail gathered by the Echo 200 is brought to you on the 5” screen. The 480 X 320 grayscale display will allow you to see and target the fish you want clearly and effectively.
Garmin Echo 200 vs Lowrance Mark-5x DSI vs Humminbird 570 DI
| Garmin Echo 200 | Lowrance Mark-5x DSI | Humminbird 570 DI | |
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| Screen Size | 5 in / 127 mm | 5 in / 127 mm | 5 in / 127 mm |
| Screen Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels | 480 x 480 pixels | 640 x 320 pixels |
| Display Type | 16-level grayscale HVGA | 16-level grayscale LCD | 16-level grayscale |
| Imaging | 2D | Down Imaging | 2D and Down Imaging |
| Transmit Power | 300W RMS 2400W Peak-To-Peak | 500W RMS 4000W Peak-To-Peak | 300W RMS 2400W Peak-To-Peak |
| Sonar Frequency | 200/77 kHz | 455/800 kHz | 200 kHz 2D Sonar 455/800 kHz Down Imaging |
| Maximum Depth | 1,500 ft | 250 ft | 250 ft (DI), 600 ft (2D Sonar) |
| MSRP | $159.99 | $269.99 | $299.99 |
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