Lowrance Hook2 4X reviews??

[mheichelbech]

As noted, am thinking about getting one of these LCRs for my jon boat to fish small trolling motor only type lakes and private lakes I can access.  This LCR seems like a good cheap option for that.  Wondering if anyone had used one.  Reviews online seem to be a bit mixed but not sure I can trust the negatives due to possible operator error.

[MN Fisher]

I have the Hook 2-4 (non GPS) unit on my canoe. It's been pretty good with clear definition on the screen. I am looking at upgrading next year since even at the close range I'm viewing it at, the screen is a bit small. For an entry-level unit, I'd recommend it - but like me, in a year or two you might be looking for a larger screen.

 

Pic of my Hook 2 mounted, the tablet above runs my contour-mapping app.

[mheichelbech]

39 minutes ago, MN Fisher said:

I have the Hook 2-4 (non GPS) unit on my canoe. It's been pretty good with clear definition on the screen. I am looking at upgrading next year since even at the close range I'm viewing it at, the screen is a bit small. For an entry-level unit, I'd recommend it - but like me, in a year or two you might be looking for a larger screen.

 

Pic of my Hook 2 mounted, the tablet above runs my contour-mapping app.

So the contour mapping is to show you the topo lines?

[MN Fisher]

3 minutes ago, mheichelbech said:

So the contour mapping is to show you the topo lines?

Ya - like Navonics on more expensive sonar units, the I-Boating app shows the contour lines, uses the tablet's GPS to track location, can record tracks and can even set waypoints.

 

This is the recording of the day I caught the bass in my profile pic.

[gim]

This is pretty good thinking in my opinion.  I've always had GPS on my units so I've never had a need to use an alternate mapping device like this, but its still a good idea.  Does the tablet have issues if it gets wet?  I have ipad at home but I don't use it outside in the elements.

[MN Fisher]

1 minute ago, gimruis said:

Does the tablet have issues if it gets wet?  I have ipad at home but I don't use it outside in the elements.

I dunno about the I-Pads...I stay far away from Apple products...this is a Galaxy Tab-A 8". If it got dunked, it'd probably be toast, but splatters from wet lures, tail-flipping bass and such don't bother it none...just have to clean the screen.

 

Nice thing is that it has 16gb main memory and will take up to a 256gb micro-SD card - I have a 128gb card in it now. So I got room for maps, my music and lots of other things.

[gim]

7 minutes ago, MN Fisher said:

If it got dunked, it'd probably be toast, but splatters from wet lures, tail-flipping bass and such don't bother it none...just have to clean the screen.

What about fishing in the rain?  Do you think it would hold up for a few hours in a good rain?

[MN Fisher]

3 minutes ago, gimruis said:

What about fishing in the rain?  Do you think it would hold up for a few hours in a good rain?

I'd put it in one of those waterproof bags...there are some that allow you to use the touchscreen through them.

[mheichelbech]

1 hour ago, MN Fisher said:

I dunno about the I-Pads...I stay far away from Apple products...this is a Galaxy Tab-A 8". If it got dunked, it'd probably be toast, but splatters from wet lures, tail-flipping bass and such don't bother it none...just have to clean the screen.

 

Nice thing is that it has 16gb main memory and will take up to a 256gb micro-SD card - I have a 128gb card in it now. So I got room for maps, my music and lots of other things.

I don’t know about for IPads b for my IPhone I use a Lifeproof case.  They are waterproof and I believe offer a 1 year guarantee on the phone if it gets wet while in the case.  Also, I had used mine for about 4 years and basically wore the case out...they sent me another case for just the cost of shipping.  Best case you can buy IMHO.

[kwassing]

I would go with at least the 5". They are currently getting rid of the hook2 so you can find them on clearance, IF you can find em.

[mheichelbech]

8 hours ago, kwassing said:

I would go with at least the 5". They are currently getting rid of the hook2 so you can find them on clearance, IF you can find em.

I saw them on sale at bass pro for $119 I think it was...that’s what piqued my interest.