Helix 7 G2 or G2N

[Kansas Basser]

I have a 4 year old 998c HD SI combo and a 6 year old 898c SI. What I'm looking for is a true Down Imaging with a better Sonar. What I'm looking at is The Helix 7 G2 or the new G2N. My old 898 has a better sonar then my 998. I don't what to spend the money if it not better,

[Flex]

Both the G2 and are the same except for the "N" in G2N means networking.

I'm not sure if it will be any better.

[LittlePech]

G2N has ethernet compatibility and bluetooth technology, which is only going to grow in this area.
G2 lacks all of the above.


I believe the G2N also has an upgraded processor, but I couldn't confirm that in a quick search.

[crappie_hunter15]

The 898 is probably better because of the software version. If you want an improved Sonar and DI but still need SI buy a new Chirp Mega SI.

[crappie_hunter15]

You have to go up to at least a 9 to get the Mega. Like others said the N has nothing to do with the image or sonar quality.

[sfw1960]

The 898 & 998 are identical units, except one has a 7" display & the other has a 8" display - either it's your settings, software versions or the 998 XDCR is failing from age.

[Kansas Basser]

I put a new Transducer on it last summer, the 998 has never be as good as the 898 out of the box, they have the same software versions.