Humminbird XPLORE™ Fish Finders [Overview & Features Explained]

[@p1sc281]

I like the customizable waypoint option

[@ronknight779]

On a related topic, would someone at Minnkota/Humminbird work on getting the target lock pole to work at the same speed as the Quest trolling when the Minnkota button is engaged and eliminate the lag/delay time? When using ML for suspended fish, the delay is not helpful in staying on the fish.

[@guyb5333]

3 questions 1) will the Xplore Source heading data from my ultrex ? 2) does the xplore have the functionality to lock the Mega 360 into Side Imaging and display it? This is the best way to display a Side Imaging from the bow of the boat not with the trolling motor. 3) when will the manual be online?

[@jimkoenig2855]

For those with existing Solix G1 & G3, what is the compatibility of Xplore on the same network? I see no reference on 1 boat network of controlling older Talons? I saw in another video that G3 Solix can run the new software and MLive 2. If you had a G1 Solix on that network, can they stay on legacy software and still share waypoints, etc.?

[@nottomgreen]

What is the power draw and the weight of the 9" unit? Those two specs are not listed on the Humminbird website.

[@stickermigtigger]

What is that mounting shelf you have on the dash? Does that say "Bass Base"? Would like to check that out for my rig.

[@cowboyjack328]

If Johnson outdoors has taught me anything, it’s don’t be the first to Buy. Takes many updates,some returns etc to get things working. Still have helix ice 9 ML combo that freezes up. Switch control heads and works fine. Put ice unit back and it freezes. Gave up on open tickets. I’ll switch to XPLORE some day. Gonna be a while to trust them again

[@DiMastaX12]

Does it have mosaic (on-line structure map drawing) option? Does it able to scroll side scan history? Will it work with old AS GPS HS? If yes, how to connect? Does it able to connect with 2 transducers via Y-adapter to avoid shadow from motor underwater unit?

[@fendert1384]

Bought a new boat this year and had dealer upgrade the Helix 5 to a 7. After a few months I was thinking about the Helix 9 which will just fit on my dash. Glad I didn't as I will be getting the Xplore #9 this year .

[@stephenritter586]

Any plans on a 15”?

[@randyjamesrobertson]

Not being able to link with helix is a deal breaker for me. Last year I spent $7,500 to buy all new g4 units and linked up all units as well as gps puck,mega 360 and mega live. I feel humminbird just screwed up badly . Humminbird must have hired the former marketing director of Bud Light. As bud light did not care about their core customers either. I hope humminbird customers will treat humminbird like former bud light drinkers treated bud light. I guess Garmin will become the new “Modelo”.

[@TheGoodOutdoors23]

It’s a solid feeling isn’t it!!! Love having a bunch of paper weights on my boat now!!!!

[@joeljaros4509]

It really sucks Explore and Helix can not exist on the same network or share data. That means I have to replace all of my Helix's to be able to use this new graph. I could have both in the boat, but I would have to choose which system to connect to the trolling motor and my accessories. If I have to run 2 systems, why not run a Garmin and Helix? Stupid move Humminbird, you failed with Live 1, and now you failed with the Explore. Really shows what kind of company Humminbird is now and how much Humminbird cares about their loyal fanbase.

[@db9818]

Right, almost all Garmin units can run LVS and network together

[@andyspurlin9165]

Absolutely should be able to share waypoints. No question.

[@dajahvue]

We'd lose to much money. Said Humminbird. We know we could just send out an update for them all to link, said humminbird. But we'd lose to much money. So we'll never let that update out, said humminbird. 😅😂

[@JD-ft2lr]

I'll keep my Helix G4 units and take a pass on Explore and their FFS. If/when I get FFS it will be Garmin and one of their head units just for that purpose.

[@joeljaros4509]

@JD-ft2lr out of curiosity, would you go to live 2.0 if your helix could network to Explore? I'm just curious how stupid of a mistake this was by humminbird.

[@mlschelling]

Can you transfer back to the Xplore from your phone to update waypoint names and icons if you spend time updating them on your phone?

[@HumminbirdTV]

Yeah, you can send to your phone to make your edits there and transfer them right back to the Xplore.

[@patrickdevereaux4735]

@@HumminbirdTV Will the updated one boat network app make it so we can edit transfer create waypoints on phone and share with Solix G3 as well?

[@ifishcatfish]

Man... even the 12" doesn't come with 1080P resolution?? A product released in 2024. I prefer the image and user interface of Humminbird over Garmin, but Garmin offers 1080P even in a 10" screen. I don't have space for a 13" Apex on my boat and no other unit, regardless of price offers 1080P resolution.

[@dlpeckfishing]

Just my opinion, the Solix looks amazing and XPLORE has the same resemblance as to 1280 x 800. Solix looks just as good as that G-Model that you mentioned. Apex on the other hand is full HD at 1920 x 1080.

[@perchfreak739]

Talking about a much more Expensive mostly Chartplotter for Yachts and Anglers alike? Im using a Gpsmap myself and you cant compare those. Go with an Echomap for that. Those wont be full hd for time to come.

[@ifishcatfish]

@@perchfreak739 I have a 12" GPSMAP for livescope (which people can see on my channel). But behind the windshield I can BARELY fit a 10". Even the 10" is kind of sticking out in my face. It kind of sux that Humminbird doesn't have a 10" screen with full HD resolution. My iphone is tiny and has a double HD resolution and costs less that these garmin units and has faster processor. Garmin have full HD in 10". Humminbird should release a 10" APEX (more money) with full HD. I don't like looking at grainy maps any more

[@ifishcatfish]

Honestly, if they cant make a good screen, they should sell ONLY a transducer with bluetooth, and people can use their own Ipad or something for screen, and install an app and connect to transducer. I can buy a brand new 10" iPad with super high resolution for 399

[@casey10614]

⁠1280 is NOT the same as full HD screen. I have 10” units side by side on my boat the garmin 8610 is better by a lot. It also boots up twice as fast. I like my bird but got to keep it real.

[@alonelysnakeinvr587]

I am looking to step up from Helix 7 To the Xpolor I find the Xpoler looks better I am wanting see my hook better in water An see fish better What would I all need Let me no if you have time I am over excited with this

[@stevek8833]

I think the comments section speaks for itself.

[@lightningmusky5286]

So dumb you can’t link a Helix with an xplore model. Humminbird made adapter cables for just about everything else previously. Should have just added one more port to do this.

[@TheFishingGuy]

Not sure if I understand why anyone with a solix g3 would want to upgrade - for sure I don’t see a reason. Looks like the solix g3 can do everything this does + Solix has more ports. Solix isn’t slow while using it and the software changes on Xplore aren’t even major. Clicking another button to change my side imaging range takes 5 seconds. And I don’t mind grouping waypoints with a bit more effort as I’m hardly doing this anyways - I’m not exactly circling and sending waypoints, just about ever. Hoping there’s more to this update to be shared.

[@stevek8833]

@@TheFishingGuy solix and apex users are really the only ones that didn’t get screwed. No real reason for them to want to “upgrade”

[@TheFishingGuy]

@ completely feels that way.

[@anthonyray773]

I want to see real world side by side comparison against Garmin, using both 12 inch units and Mega Live 2 against Panopics Live Scope LVS 34 on the water. This is the only way for current users of the Helix.

[@Zee20-b2m]

I AM DONE WITH HUMMINBIRD & JOHNSON OUTDOORS. YOU DON’T TREAT YOUR CUSTOMERS THIS WAY !!!! LONG TIME BIRD GUY NO MORE MOVING TO GARMIN

[@Eric-hi6ov]

Enjoying getting a subpar fish finder then. Garmins networking capabilities are worse. The 2d di and si and sub par on Garmin the mapping on Garmin absolutely trash. You'll only be shooting yourself in the foot

[@steveodonnell2921]

Would not have bought 2 brand new helix units 5 months ago if I knew this. What a let down that they are basically already obsolete when it comes to ffs.

[@m14hh5]

Sucks that they will not work anymore and fishing is now off limits for you.

[@steveodonnell2921]

​@@m14hh5No, it sucks that I now have spent thousands of dollars on a product that is obsolete. Sucks that they no longer support the helix, no updates anymore and inferior ffs. I don't live in my mother's basement so spending money on something like that sucks. Your mom is trying to get ahold of you, dinners ready.

[@stevek8833]

@@steveodonnell2921 I bought a 2023 boat with G4’s helix’s just 2 seasons ago. I’m so pissed

[@steveodonnell2921]

@@stevek8833 it does suck for sure. They aren't going to be supporting Helix so it's like having a dead end job,no room for advancement. Now do I buy Mega Live1? I hear it's garbage so why would I waste 15 hundred more dollars. I guess we're better off trying to sell them and go with Garmin

[@justinbestt1018]

Major let down... make people buy a whole new sounder.. all these changes could of been made in a system update!!!!!!!

[@benj3911]

Actually no, the Helix would overheat because of the processor power required. From what I understand, this is a quad core processor, whereas the solix is a dual core processor. Big difference.

[@mikehill3764]

No thanks.

[@johntrotter9887]

Very disappointing the direction HumminBird went with ML2 capabilities and need to upgrade head units $$$$. I have 4 birds including 360 ML1 but also have Garmin Lvs34 and it blows away ML1. With $$$ cost to upgrade I am considering selling two birds and getting one more Garmin when they release a newer technology ahead of competition. After years of HB LOYALTY and $$,$$$.$$ investment.. this move makes me angry…. Very disappointed in HB .. suggestion.. come up w a fix in a hurry for HELIX units to utilize ML2. Even if it requires a small black box that connects to CURRENT network hub. You will keep me as customer if you fix this. Jt