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Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus

Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus

4.2(167 ratings)

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  • Last seen at $1,099.00 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus

The Elite FS 9 is a 9-inch chartplotter/fishfinder built on Lowrance's Elite Fishing System platform. It ships with an Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer (CHIRP, SideScan, DownScan with FishReveal) and preloaded C-MAP Contour Plus charts, and it supports ActiveTarget and ActiveTarget 2 live sonar as add-ons. It suits anglers who want a large, bright screen and Lowrance's imaging tools without moving up to the HDS line. Owners rate it well overall, praising screen clarity and imaging detail, while some complain about the learning curve and the cost of adding live sonar.

Best forBass and walleye anglers scanning structureBoat owners wanting a large 9-inch displayAnglers planning to add live sonar laterFreshwater and inshore saltwater fishing
Pros
  • Large 9-inch display is easy to read in sunlight
  • Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer included
  • Preloaded C-MAP Contour Plus charts
  • FishReveal blends CHIRP and DownScan on one screen
  • Supports ActiveTarget and ActiveTarget 2 live sonar
  • Wide chart compatibility
Cons
  • Live sonar is a separate purchase
  • Menu system takes time to learn
  • Transducer mounting and setup can be fiddly
  • Not a budget entry-level unit

Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus prices at every store

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What reviewers say

  • 4.2 / 5167 ratings

Owners rate the Elite FS 9 around 4.2 out of 5. Most praise the screen, imaging detail and built-in charts; complaints center on the learning curve and the extra cost of live sonar.

What people mention
  • ScreenPraisedOwners say the 9-inch display is bright and easy to read, even in direct sun.
  • ImagingPraisedSideScan and DownScan detail is called sharp, and FishReveal helps pick fish out of cover.
  • ChartsPraisedThe preloaded C-MAP Contour Plus charts are seen as a useful starting point.
  • Learning curveCriticisedReviewers say the menu system and settings take time to master.
  • Live sonar costCriticisedOwners note ActiveTarget live sonar is a separate add-on, not included.
  • SetupMixedSome find transducer mounting and initial setup fiddly; others call it straightforward.

About the Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus

The Lowrance Elite FS 9 is a fishfinder with a 9-inch screen. It includes an Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer and the C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard map. The Elite Fishing System display is designed to be easier to use and install.

Active Imaging sonar combines CHIRP, SideScan and DownScan Imaging, with FishReveal. FishReveal shows CHIRP sonar and DownScan Imaging on one screen. The display also gives access to ActiveTarget and ActiveTarget 2 live sonar, which show fish movement in real time in forward, down and scout views.

Preloaded C-MAP Contour Plus inland and coastal charts show features such as ledges, drop-offs and ditches. They have 1-foot bathymetric contours on over 15,000 US lakes and over 9,400 lakes in Canada. The display works with a wide range of charting options.

Screen size
9 in
Transducer
Active Imaging 3-in-1
Sonar
CHIRP, SideScan, DownScan Imaging, FishReveal
Side view
Side View Sonar
Charts
Preloaded C-MAP Contour Plus; C-MAP DISCOVER OnBoard map
Chart coverage
1-foot contours on over 15,000 US lakes and over 9,400 lakes in Canada
Live sonar
Works with ActiveTarget and ActiveTarget 2 (live sonar)
Color
Black

Specifications

electronics_feature
Side View SonarSource
screen_size
9 inSource
color
BlackSource
size
One SizeSource

Questions and answers

Does it include a transducer?
Yes. It ships with the Active Imaging 3-in-1 transducer covering CHIRP, SideScan and DownScan with FishReveal.
Does it support live sonar?
Yes. It is compatible with ActiveTarget and ActiveTarget 2 live sonar, which are sold separately.
What charts are preloaded?
C-MAP Contour Plus charts come preloaded, and the unit supports a range of other chart options.
Is it good for a first fishfinder?
It is a capable unit, but the menu system takes practice. Beginners may want time to learn the settings.
Can I use it for saltwater fishing?
Yes. It works for inshore saltwater as well as freshwater, with the same imaging tools.
How does it compare with the HDS line?
The Elite FS is the more affordable platform with the core Lowrance sonar tools; the HDS line adds more advanced networking and features.
Where is the Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus cheapest?
At Walmart, for $1,099.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Lowrance Elite FS 9-Inch Fishfinder with Active Imaging and C-MAP Contour Plus?
Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 167 ratings.

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