Vexilar FLX-18
Best portable sonar for serious ice anglers seeking precise target separation.
This is the gold standard for ice anglers who refuse to guess what’s happening beneath the surface. It trades modern, screen-heavy complexity for a reliable, high-resolution analog display that offers near-instant feedback. You sacrifice fancy mapping features, but you gain the kind of target separation that turns a quiet day on the ice into a productive one.
$441.10
at
Hodges Marine
Who it's for
- Bottom-fishing anglers targeting fish holding tight to structure
- Ice anglers needing clear separation between lures and fish
- Mobile anglers wanting a durable, all-in-one transport solution
Who should skip it
- Anglers who prefer modern scrolling LCD graph displays
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking entry-level sonar options
- Anglers planning long trips without frequent charging access
Performance breakdown
Target separation
Distinguishes tiny jigs from fish with industry-leading precision.
Display visibility
Bright LED screen remains perfectly readable even in direct sunlight.
Interference rejection
Twenty settings effectively silence noise from nearby sonar units.
Portability
The iconic Genz Pack design makes transport and setup effortless.
Depth capability
Reliably tracks bottom and fish down to 300 feet.
Build durability
Rugged construction withstands the harsh realities of ice fishing.
Key Specs
Frequency
200 kHz
Display resolution
525 segments
Power output
1000 watts peak-to-peak
Max depth
300 feet
Battery
12V, 9Ah SLA
Target separation
0.25 inches
Operating voltage
12V
Warranty
2-year limited warranty
Beam angle
12 degrees
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