Before choosing a specific model, it helps to understand the different chartplotter series and what they are designed for. Each series is built around different boat types, screen sizes, and levels of system control.
Best suited for mid-size boats, center consoles, dayboats, and boaters who want an easy-to-use display in compact to mid-range screen sizes.
Ideal for serious anglers and offshore boaters looking for larger displays, advanced system capability, and built-in hybrid controls.
Designed for large offshore boats and luxury vessels that require the largest screen sizes and total system control at the helm.
Built on a unified operating system, NEON™ OS displays connect and work together seamlessly for a more streamlined and intuitive experience at the helm.
Designed prior to the development of NEON OS, they run on our previous-generation operating system and continue to be a strong option for many boaters.
As you move through the Simrad® chartplotter range, you get different options for connectivity, processing power, and screen sizes.
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Display Sizes |
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7", 9" |
7", 9", 12" |
12", 15" |
9", 12", 16" |
10", 12", 16" |
16", 19", 24" |
16", 22", 24" |
Best For |
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Simple navigation and fishfinding at an accessible starting point |
Modern navigation with intuitive control and the latest features |
Immersive ultrawide experience for clean, streamlined helm layouts |
Proven performance and exceptional value for serious sportfishing |
Ultra-fast performance and the most advanced all-in-one sportfishing technology |
Fully integrated glass helm for multi-display helms and complex vessel system |
The most advanced glass helm with unmatched speed, integration, and control |
Vessel Types |
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Bay boats, small center consoles, coastal cruisers |
Bay boats, small center consoles, coastal cruisers |
Wake boats, pontoons, modern cruisers |
Offshore center consoles, sportfishing boats, mid-size cruisers |
Offshore center consoles, sportfishing boats, mid-size cruisers |
Offshore yachts, sportfish yachts, multi-station vessels |
Offshore yachts, sportfish yachts, multi-station vessels |
Operating System |
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Previous generation OS |
NEON™ OS |
NEON™ OS |
Previous generation OS |
NEON™ OS |
Previous generation OS |
NEON™ OS |
Control Type |
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Touchscreen |
Touchscreen |
Touchscreen |
Hybrid (Touch + Keypad & Dial) |
Hybrid (Touch + Keypad & Dial) |
Touchscreen (Optional external keypad controllers) |
Touchscreen (Optional external keypad controllers) |
Sunlight Viewable Display |
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✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
System Performance & Speed |
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Dual-core processor |
Quad-core processor |
Quad-core processor |
6-core processor |
8-core processor |
6-core processor |
8-core processor |
Chart Compatibility |
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✓ C-MAP® |
✓ C-MAP® X-Gen |
✓ C-MAP® X-Gen |
✓ C-MAP® |
✓ C-MAP® X-Gen |
✓ C-MAP® |
✓ C-MAP® X-Gen |
Autorouting Technology |
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✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
Built-in GPS |
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✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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Built-in Sonar |
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✓ Single Channel CHIRP |
✓ Single Channel CHIRP |
✓ Single Channel CHIRP |
✓ Dual-channel 1kW CHIRP |
✓ Dual-channel 1kW CHIRP |
(Requires external sonar module) |
(Requires external sonar module) |
Radar & Autopilot Compatible |
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✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
NMEA 2000® Support |
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✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
GO™ Series
NSX®
NSX® ULTRAWIDE
NSS® EVO3S™
NSS® 4
NSO® EVO3S™
NSO® 4
