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Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO vs Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3

Both units run the same G3 generation software, MEGA Side Imaging+ and MEGA Down Imaging+, Dual Spectrum CHIRP, AutoChart Live and One-Boat Network networking, so sonar detail and fish-finding are effectively identical. The real split is the screen and the box contents: the SOLIX 15 gives you a much larger display for split-screen work and multi-angler boats, while the SOLIX 10 is the same brain in a compact, easier-to-mount package. Owners of both praise the Cross Touch interface and the MEGA+ clarity; the common complaint on the 15 is dash space and the need to source your own transducer on the control-head-only version.

  • Choose the SOLIX 15 if you run multiple views at once, fish from a console with room for a big display, and want to pair it with MEGA 360 or a Minn Kota built-in MEGA transducer.
  • Choose the SOLIX 10 if you want the same G3 sonar and networking in a smaller footprint, with a transducer included and a screen that fits a bass boat or tiller console.

Prices

  • Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO: $2,521.65 at Tango Marine Performance (last seen Nov 12)
  • Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3: $1,849.99 at Monahans Marine (last seen Nov 12)
  • Difference: the Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3 is $671.66 cheaper than the Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO at the latest prices (Nov 12)
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Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 with MEGA Side Imaging+

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 with MEGA Side Imaging+

$2,521.65at Tango Marine PerformanceChecked 1 h ago
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Pros
  • Big 15.4 in touchscreen makes split views readable
  • Same top-tier MEGA Side Imaging+ and Down Imaging+ as the 10
  • Lets you pick the transducer that suits your hull
  • Full One-Boat Network control of Minn Kota and Cannon gear
Cons
  • No transducer in the box, so you must budget for one
  • Takes serious dash space and a solid mount
  • Overkill for a small boat or a single-view angler
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Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3

Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3

$1,849.99at Monahans MarineChecked 1 h ago
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Pros
  • Transducer included, so it is ready to fish out of the box
  • Compact 10.1 in screen fits most consoles
  • Identical G3 sonar, CHIRP and networking to the 15
  • Dual Core processor keeps menus and charts responsive
Cons
  • Split screens get tight with more than two views
  • Less detail visible at a glance than on the 15
  • Smaller screen is harder to read from the back deck

What separates them

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHOHumminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3
Display sizeLarge 15.4 in Cross Touch screen10.1 in Cross Touch screen
Transducer in the boxControl Head Only; no transducer includedTransducer included
Split-screen capacityFits several views side by side with room to read themTwo or three views get crowded
Mounting footprintNeeds a wide, reinforced dash or gimbal spaceFits most consoles and smaller boats
Sonar imagingMEGA Side Imaging+ and MEGA Down Imaging+MEGA Side Imaging+ and MEGA Down Imaging+
CHIRP sonarDual Spectrum CHIRP, 50/83/200/455/800 kHzDual Spectrum CHIRP, 50/83/200/455/800 kHz
NetworkingWi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, NMEA 2000, One-Boat NetworkWi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, NMEA 2000, One-Boat Network
Processor and mappingG3 processor, AutoChart Live, Humminbird basemapDual Core processor, AutoChart Live, Humminbird basemap

Price history

$2,239.99$1,719.99
Nov 9Nov 13
  • Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO: lowest $1,849.99 on Nov 13 at Walmart.
  • Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3: lowest $1,719.99 on Nov 13 at NVN Marine.

Prices at every store

Humminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHO

  • Tango Marine PerformanceNew

    In stock

    $2,521.65Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • trionics.comNew

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    $2,699.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Peach FrogNew

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    $3,349.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • trionics.comNew

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    $3,399.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3

  • Monahans MarineNew

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    $1,849.99Checked 1 h ago
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  • Fred's Custom Tackle Ltd.New

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    $2,147.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • Tango Marine PerformanceNew

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    $2,521.65Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Phantom MarineNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $2,699.99Checked 1 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecHumminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHOHumminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3
Transducer HighlightsIncludedIncluded
Transducer TypeCHIRPCHIRP
Sonar Depth Capability400 ft (455 kHz Down Imaging)400 ft (455 kHz Down Imaging)
Sonar Frequencies50/83/200/455/800 kHz50/83/200/455/800 kHz
Sonar ImagingSide Imaging, Down Imaging, MEGA Down Imaging+,…Side Imaging, Down Imaging, MEGA Down Imaging+,…
Sonar TransducerWith TransducerWith Transducer
Sonar TypeCHIRPCHIRP
Sonar Cone Angle60°60°
Depth Capability400 ft (455 kHz Down Imaging)400 ft (455 kHz Down Imaging)
Mounting TypeGimbal bracketGimbal bracket
Depth FindingYesYes
Fish FindingYesYes
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SpecHumminbird SOLIX 15 G3 CHOHumminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3
Functionality TypeFish FinderFish Finder
ChartplottingYesYes
GPS MappingYesYes
Functionality SubtypeCHIRP SonarCHIRP Sonar
Speed MeasurementIncludedIncluded
Temperature MeasurementBuilt In, Temperature Alarm (Yes), Temperature …Built In, Temperature Alarm (Yes), Temperature …
Functionality HighlightsWaypoint markingWaypoint marking
Quantity50 (Tracks)50 (Tracks)
Display Size10.1 in

What reviewers say

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.

Humminbird SOLIX 10 CHIRP MEGA SI+ G3

Owners of the SOLIX G3 line generally rate the screen brightness, imaging detail and processing speed highly, and many praise the touchscreen-plus-keypad control. Complaints tend to focus on menu depth and the cost of adding MEGA 360.

What people mention
  • DisplayPraisedOwners say the 1500-nit screen is easy to read in bright sun and the touch response is quick.
  • Imaging detailPraisedMEGA Side Imaging+ and Down Imaging+ are described as showing structure and fish clearly at long range.
  • InterfaceMixedThe Cross Touch control and customizable views are liked, but the menu structure takes practice.
  • Processing speedPraisedThe dual-core processor is reported to make screen changes and chart redraws feel fast.

Questions and answers

Is the SOLIX 15 better than the SOLIX 10 for sonar?
No. Both use the same MEGA Side Imaging+, MEGA Down Imaging+ and Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar, so returns and target separation match. The 15 only wins on screen size and how many views you can show at once.
Which one is easier to install on a smaller boat?
The SOLIX 10. It ships with a transducer and its 10.1 in head fits most consoles and gimbal mounts. The 15 needs a wide dash and, on the control-head-only version, a transducer you supply.
Do I need to buy a transducer for the SOLIX 15?
The version described here is Control Head Only, so yes, unless you already run a compatible MEGA 360 or a Minn Kota motor with built-in MEGA Imaging. The SOLIX 10 includes its transducer.
Which lasts longer?
Both are built on the same G3 platform with the same connectors and software support, so lifespan is similar. The 15's larger glass screen is more exposed on a dash, so mounting and a cover matter more.
Is the SOLIX 15 worth stepping up to?
Only if screen real estate is your bottleneck. If you fish two or three views at once or run a big console, the 15 pays off. If you mostly watch one view, the 10 does the same job in less space.
Do both work with Minn Kota and Cannon?
Yes. Both have Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet and NMEA 2000 and are part of the One-Boat Network, so they control compatible Minn Kota trolling motors and Cannon downriggers.

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10.1 in
Display Resolution1280H x 800V1280H x 800V
Display HighlightsTouchscreenTouchscreen
ColorBlack—
Display type—Cross Touch® display
Display brightness—1500 Nits
MEGA Imaging+ range—150 meters side to side and 75 meters at depth
455 kHz range—244 m side-to-side and 122 m at depth
Processor—Dual Core Processor
GPS—Internal GPS
AutoChart Live recording—eight (8) hours of built-in recording time
Memory card slot—Dual Micro SD Slot