How are Marcum fish finders?

[TRegnier]

I see everyone using Vexilars but i like the vertical orientation of the marcums. Is there a reason that no ones uses them?

[alumabass]

I don't think that "no one uses them" is a very accurate statement........We have 3 of them and we are very happy with the performance. My Father In Law still uses his VX1 too.

[Brad B]

I see everyone using Vexilars but i like the vertical orientation of the marcums. Is there a reason that no ones uses them?

Are you refering to the Ice Team pros? if so I think it is a sponsorship deal since vexilar is a Ice Team sponsor. personal preference may play into it also.

[Jim Hudson]

Lots of personal preference in the sonar game. All companies are making a good sonar, and finding one that works best for you is key. If that is a Marcum, use it, cause if your comfortable with it, you will probably catch more fish.

Reason I, and a lot of others, use Vexilar. They are simple, dependable and just flat out help us catch fish each and everytime we are on the ice.

[aanderud]

I see everyone using Vexilars but i like the vertical orientation of the marcums. Is there a reason that no ones uses them?

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Do some searches and you can find all the info you ever wanted on the topic. Same question has been asked 200 times before.

[Shane Z]

Lots of personal preference in the sonar game. All companies are making a good sonar, and finding one that works best for you is key. If that is a Marcum, use it, cause if your comfortable with it, you will probably catch more fish.

Reason I, and a lot of others, use Vexilar. They are simple, dependable and just flat out help us catch fish each and everytime we are on the ice.

100% agree with Jim.

Two very dependable sonar companies, each known for reliability and putting fish on the ICE. I have owned both and like Jim said, it's all about personal preference. I have become a big fan of MarCum Technologies. Their new LX-9 is unreal and the Showdown Series makes ice fishing easy for any beginner (digital depth, Zoom , ect). With that being said, new technology ALWAYS has a hiccup or two. Software and battery life problems are just a few problems that come to mind.

One word of advice- if your looking into a new sonar, Think about the style of fishing that you do most of the time. Are you a run and gun type of fisherman? or do you sit stationary for a majority of time? Do you have to hike in to some of your spots or is most of your fishing vehicle accessible? These are just a few questions that might help you make your decision when buying a sonar unit.

[TyGuy02]

I use my "ancient" VX-1 for both open water and hard water. It was the first flasher that I owned and haven't needed an upgrade. I like the color transitions of the marcum flashers over the vexilars. It is 100% personal preference, and I'm comfortable with what I've spent too many hours staring at.