Fishfinders
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- March 25, 2026
This March 2026, Raymarine has officially launched the next evolution of their award-winning chartplotter series: the Raymarine Axiom 2. Whether you're an avid angler, a weekend cruiser, or setting sail for a long voyage, we're thrilled to supply and install this incredible new chartplotter.
Faster, Smarter, and Built for the Elements
The new Axiom 2 series unifies navigation, sonar, radar, video, and NMEA 2000 networks into one powerful display.
- Blazing Fast Performance: Axiom 2 chartplotters deliver upgraded processing power in 7, 9, or 12 inch sizes.
- Unmatched Durability: These displays feature rugged HydroTough™ IPS touchscreens that push up to 1,800 nits of brightness.
- High-Speed Networking: Gigabit RayNet Ethernet enables faster networking between displays and sensors for smoother radar and sonar performance.
- Peace of Mind: Every unit is marine-ready and comes with a 3-year warranty.
The Ultimate All-In-One Hub
What we absolutely love about the Axiom 2 is how it puts the control
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- January 30, 2025
Axiom vs Axiom+ vs Axiom Pro vs Axiom 2
Understanding the Raymarine Axiom Series: A Guide to Choosing the Right Multifunction Display
Raymarine's Axiom series of multifunction displays (MFDs) has become a popular choice for boaters seeking advanced navigation, fishfinding, and system integration. However, with various models like the Axiom, Axiom+, Axiom Pro, Axiom 2, and Axiom 2 Pro, choosing the right one can be confusing. This article breaks down the key differences to help you make an informed decision.
Axiom: The Foundation
The original Axiom series laid the groundwork for Raymarine's modern MFDs back in 2017. It offered touchscreen control, built-in GPS, and support for various technologies like RealVision 3D sonar. While still capable with it's quad core processor, it has been largely superseded by newer models.
Available as a base "Axiom" model as well as "Axiom RV" and "Axiom DV" models, which have build in RealVision (RV) and DownVision (DV) sonar capabilities without the need
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- September 30, 2024
Choosing the right chartplotter can be tough, especially with so many different Garmin models on the market. This blog post will break down the key differences between the most popular Garmin chartplotters, including the GPSMAP, ECHOMAP Ultra, ECHOMAP UHD2, and STRIKER series. We'll also help you decide which model is right for you.
GPSMAP Series
The GPSMAP series is the top-of-the-line option from Garmin. These chartplotters are packed with features, including large, high-resolution displays, built-in sonar, and lightning-fast processing speeds. The GPSMAP 9000 series is the most luxurious option, with a stunning 4K resolution display and support for multiple chartplotters, sonars, radars, and cameras.
What's the difference between the "xs" and "xsv" echomap models?
Both "xs" and "xsv" models have built-in traditional CHIRP sonar, providing basic depth information and fish detection. This means they can connect directly to a transducer with CHIRP technology up to 1kW without needing
