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Lowrance Elite-4x DSI Review

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The best kind of budget devices are the ones that make you forget that money was ever an issue because the value of that device seems so ridiculously high. For a fishfinder, this broadly means a device which fulfills all of your fish spying and tracking needs; it can more narrowly mean you have purchased a Lowrance Elite-4x, which contains much of the power and elegance of more expensive models while being simplistic enough to warrant a low comparative price.

You may be startled by the stark clarity displayed on the Lowrance Elite-4x DSI’s 3.5 inch screen, but do not worry, it’s perfectly understandable when you are used to blurry, pixilated fishfinder screens and are suddenly confronted by the photo-like images made possible through the DownScan Imaging technology. When you are used to squinting and interpreting the images on your fishfinder, it could take a minute to realize that you can actually see the fish you’re sorting through, both large and small, the pieces of plank caught in the underwater weeds, and sudden drop-offs. Nevertheless, this is what dual 455/800 kHz sonar imaging gets you for depths of up to 200 feet. The Elite-4x promises this quality and more, even at speeds of 40 mph.

Lowrance did not forget aesthetic preferences in creating this model. You can select your color palette of choice for the display, or alter it to suit the current water and weather conditions. You can also admire the sleek and streamlined interface – while simultaneously being grateful it is so easy to navigate. If you find it is a little bit too easy and crave modifications, you can opt for a more advanced mode instead. You can do this literally single-handedly, as the Elite-4x DSI was optimized for one-handed use, a crucial feature for the on the go fisherman. It comes ready to install with its quick-release bracket.

Once you get over how nice this model from the Lowrance Elite line-up is, then you can start to make the most of its other features, which include the special Trackback Feature (which holds 4 pages of sonar recordings for you to utilize as you’d like). The Elite-4x has a dual frequency transducer (83/200 kHz) and a water sensor so you do not stray from target areas. It’s 300W RMS Sounder pulls up information from as deep as 1000 feet underwater. Its compact size also means it can go where you go, to help you achieve the best possible fishing experience. And remember, when you are utilizing all the important features of the Lowrance Elite-4x, you will likely forget that it is actually a budget device, a dedicated fishfinder designed to save you money without compromising your needs.

Garmin Echo 300c vs Lowrance Elite-4x DSI vs Humminbird 345c DI

	Garmin Echo 300c	Lowrance Elite-4x DSI	Humminbird 345c DI
Screen Size	3.5 in / 89 mm	3.5 in / 89 mm	3.5 in / 89 mm
Screen Resolution	320 x 240 pixels	320 x 240 pixels	320 x 240 pixels
Display Type	QVGA, 256 colors	256 colors	256 colors
Imaging	2D	Down Imaging	2D and Down Imaging
Transducer Type	Transom Mount/Trolling Motor	Transom Mount/Trolling Motor	Transom Mount/Trolling Motor
Transmit Power	300W RMS 2400W Peak-To-Peak	350W RMS 2800W Peak-To-Peak	500W RMS 4000W Peak-To-Peak
Sonar Frequency	200/77 kHz	455/800 kHz	200/455 kHz 2D 455/800 kHz Down Imaging
Maximum Depth	1500 ft	200 ft	600 ft 2D 250 ft Down Imaging
MSRP	$219	$199	$379
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