HELIX 5 SONAR G2

This sonar is exactly as described and functions perfectly - NO GPS and NO SPEED SENSOR. I can see how people assume that it has these features by looking at the pics (based on some of the reviews)... but the description is accurate. I did not expect GPS or Speed features with this unit because I read the item description. The stock image in the Amazon listing AND on Humminbird's site shows Speed and GPS in the image... that is an option for this unit, and not included. For another $60 or so you could purchase the same Humminbird Helix head unit (different transducer) WITH those features if that's what ya need. They use the same product image for both units. If you want Speed and GPS features this is not the unit for you. It's for me, all mine.All that aside - this is a fantastic upgrade from my last Humminbird. The menu is super easy to navigate without a lot of complicated settings. The instruction booklet could be a little better I guess since it crosses over to other models and isn't 100% specific to this model but overall very good. The screen size and clarity is perfect for my needs. The color display options are nice. The view options are nice. It's fast and accurate. For the price, this sonar delivers. Very happy with this purchase. If you don't need Speed and GPS, this is sonar most worthy of consideration.

It works great

Does what I need

Love this fish finder. Small and reasonably priced. Gives water temp and several modes for bottom viewing. Easy off and on for storage and a nice display. Does not give depth at speed.

Works well

very fast service

I have a Helix 9 on my boat with a transom-mount transducer. I wanted something to view depth and fish while fishing from the seat at the front of the boat. I did not need all of the bells and whistles of my Helix 9, so I found this Helix 5.It does the trick. With an adapter cable, it works with my Minn Kota built-in transducer and gives me a view below the front of the boat. One wonderful feature is that, though smaller in size, it works virtually the same as the Helix 9, just without the GPS and down imaging.

Was looking for a fish finder that could also give me water temp. Sophisticated years ago, but now is a basic unit! The install was fairly simple and the unit works great. The unit is a little small (but has a decent size screen), and the winshield blocks the view, so I will have to get something to raise the unit up. Thinking of a RAM mount which will allow me to position it for just me in the boat, or with a rider, or to be able to see it from the front of the boat.