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Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+ vs Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO

The APEX 16 is the newer flagship and the better pick for most anglers who want the largest screen and the fastest interface. Its 15.6-inch Full-HD display, LakeMaster/CoastMaster VX maps and dedicated 2kW sonar channel beat the SOLIX 15 G3 on screen sharpness and mapping out of the box. The SOLIX 15 G3 is the proven, more stable platform, and owners report fewer network and GPS glitches. Choose APEX for a new build with premium mapping; choose SOLIX if you value a settled, well-tested system.

  • Choose the APEX 16 if you want the sharpest, largest display, built-in VX maps and a faster menu system, and you plan to pick your own transducer.
  • Choose the SOLIX 15 G3 if you want a mature, widely proven Humminbird platform with MEGA Imaging+ and fewer reported software issues.

Prices

  • Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+: $3,199.97 at Bass Pro Shops (last seen Nov 9)
  • Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO: $2,699.99 at trionics.com (checked today)
  • Difference: the Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO is $499.98 cheaper than the Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+ at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 12)
Humminbird
Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+ Chartplotter/Fishfinder without Transducer

Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+

Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+ Chartplotter/Fishfinder without Transducer

4(4 ratings)
$3,199.97at Bass Pro ShopsChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Largest, sharpest screen in the Humminbird line
  • VX maps included, no extra map card needed
  • Faster menu navigation than Solix
  • Dedicated 2kW sonar channel for accessory transducers
  • HDMI in/out for a second display
Cons
  • Owners report GPS and depth dropouts
  • Network crashes reported with MEGA Live 2
  • Phone call and text notifications dropped
  • Newer platform with less field history
Humminbird
Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 with MEGA Side Imaging+

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 with MEGA Side Imaging+

$2,699.99at trionics.comChecked 30 min ago
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Pros
  • Proven, mature platform
  • MEGA Imaging+ detail is excellent
  • Fewer reported software problems
  • Works with MEGA 360 and Minn Kota built-in imaging
  • Familiar interface for existing Solix users
Cons
  • Lower screen resolution
  • No maps in the box
  • No HDMI
  • Older processor and slower menus

What separates them

Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO
Display15.6-inch Full-HD 1920x1080 touchscreen15.4-inch touchscreen at 1280x800
Maps includedLakeMaster and CoastMaster VX maps for over 13,000 watersNo map card in the box
SonarMEGA Side Imaging+, MEGA Down Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP standard, plus a 2kW accessory 2D channelMEGA Side Imaging+, MEGA Down Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP
InterfaceNew Cross Touch UI, reported faster than Solix G2/G3Cross Touch UI with side bar menu, more familiar to long-time users
Software stabilityOwners report GPS dropouts, lost depth and network crashes with MEGA Live 2Longer track record with fewer reported glitches
ConnectivityDual Ethernet, HDMI in/out, NMEA 2000, Wi-Fi, BluetoothEthernet, NMEA 2000, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, no HDMI
Transducer in boxCHO model; listing includes an XM 14 HW MSI transom transducerCHO model; no transducer in the box
One-Boat NetworkFull support for Minn Kota and Cannon OptimumFull support for Minn Kota and Cannon Optimum

Price history

$3,199.99$1,849.99
Nov 1Nov 13
  • Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+: lowest $2,899.99 on Nov 1 at Humminbird; $3,199.99 on Nov 13.
  • Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO: lowest $1,849.99 on Nov 13 at Walmart.

Prices at every store

Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+

  • Bass Pro ShopsNew

    In stock

    $3,199.97Checked Nov 9
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  • Cabela'sNew

    In stock

    $3,199.97Checked Nov 9
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  • Minn KotaNew

    In stock

    $3,199.99+ $39.95 shippingChecked 31 min ago
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  • HumminbirdNew

    Availability unknown

    $3,199.99Checked Nov 2
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Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO

  • Tango Marine PerformanceNew

    In stock

    $2,521.65Free shippingChecked 30 min ago
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  • trionics.comNew

    In stock

    $2,699.99Free shippingChecked 30 min ago
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  • Peach FrogNew

    In stock

    $3,349.99Free shippingChecked 30 min ago
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  • trionics.comNew

    In stock

    $3,399.99Free shippingChecked 30 min ago
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Specs compared

SpecHumminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO
ColorBlackBlack
Transducer Highlights—Included
Transducer Type—CHIRP
Sonar Depth Capability—400 ft (455 kHz Down Imaging)
Sonar Frequencies—50/83/200/455/800 kHz
Sonar Imaging—Side Imaging, Down Imaging, MEGA Down Imaging+,…
Sonar Transducer—With Transducer
Sonar Type—CHIRP
Sonar Cone Angle—60°
Depth Capability—400 ft (455 kHz Down Imaging)
Mounting Type—Gimbal bracket
Depth Finding—Yes
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SpecHumminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO
Fish Finding—Yes
Functionality Type—Fish Finder
Chartplotting—Yes
GPS Mapping—Yes
Functionality Subtype—CHIRP Sonar
Speed Measurement—Included
Temperature Measurement—Built In, Temperature Alarm (Yes), Temperature …
Functionality Highlights—Waypoint marking
Quantity—50 (Tracks)

What reviewers say

Humminbird APEX 16 VX MSI+

Owners praise the faster, easier interface and the detail of MEGA Side Imaging+, calling it a clear step up from Solix. Complaints center on GPS and depth dropouts and network crashes when MEGA Live 2 is connected.

What people mention
  • InterfacePraisedOwners say the new interface is easier to learn and menus move faster than on Solix G2 and G3.
  • Side imagingPraisedReviewers call the side imaging detail unbelievable, with fine detail visible on fish.
  • GPSCriticisedSome owners report units losing GPS position on lakes.
  • Depth readingsCriticisedThe front graph can lose depth, according to complaints.

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO

Owners of the SOLIX G3 line praise the screen clarity, side imaging detail and One-Boat Network integration. Complaints center on the price, the missing transducer on CHO models and the time needed to learn the menus.

What people mention
  • ScreenPraisedOwners call the 15.4-inch display bright, sharp and easy to read in split views.
  • Side imagingPraisedMEGA Side Imaging+ is said to show structure and bait well off to the sides.
  • NetworkingPraisedUsers like how it links to Minn Kota motors and other One-Boat Network gear over Ethernet and Wi-Fi.
  • ValueCriticisedBuyers say it is expensive and that the CHO version needs a separate transducer.

Questions and answers

Which is better for side imaging detail?
Both use MEGA Side Imaging+, so detail is close. The APEX screen is sharper, which makes fine structure easier to read. The SOLIX has a longer record of stable imaging.
Which has the better screen?
The APEX 16. Its 15.6-inch Full-HD panel at 1920x1080 outresolves the SOLIX 15 G3 at 1280x800. Both are touchscreens with the Cross Touch interface.
Do I need a transducer for either?
Both are control-head-only models. The APEX listing includes an XM 14 HW MSI transom transducer; the SOLIX box has only the head, power cable and bracket, so you supply the transducer.
Which is more reliable?
Owners report more GPS, depth and network issues on the APEX. The SOLIX platform is older and better settled. If stability matters most, the SOLIX is the safer pick.
Is the APEX worth stepping up to?
Yes for a new build where screen size, built-in VX maps and HDMI matter. If you already run a Solix network and value stability, stay with the SOLIX.
Which works better with Minn Kota and Cannon?
Both support the One-Boat Network, Minn Kota motors and Cannon Optimum downriggers. The APEX adds HDMI and a second Ethernet port.

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