Product Comparison: Humminbird 859ci (409140-1) vs Humminbird 899ci (409150-1)
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General Specifications
Brand
Humminbird
Humminbird
Origin
USA
USA
Model
859ci (409140-1)
899ci (409150-1)
About the Product
The 859ci HD DI Combo features a super bright LED backlit LCD 7" display. This wide screen 800H x 480V, 16:9 Color provides bright, crystal-clear images for easy viewing in harsh sunlight. The HD Down Imaging sonar with Dual Beam PLUS with Switch Fire has 4000 watts PTP power output, GPS Chart plotting with built-in Humminbird ContourXD map and Ethernet Networking capabilities.
The 899ci HD SI Combo features a super bright LED backlit 7" display. This wide screen 800H x 480V, 16:9 Color provides bright, crystal-clear images for easy viewing in harsh sunlight.
Key Specs
Standard Sonar
Down Imaging, DualBeam PLUS
Side Imaging, Down Imaging, DualBeam PLUS
Sonar Power Output (RMS)
500 watts
1000 watts
Sonar Power Output (Peak)
4000 watts
8000 watts
Max Depth
600 ft.
1500 ft.
Sonar Frequency
455 kHz, 800 kHz, 200 kHz
200 kHz, 83 kHz, 455 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Humminbird 859ci (409140-1) HD DI Combo Color Fish Finder
- I have been very happy with this unit. The downscan and sonar work very well. Integration/networking with my 899 was also a breeze.
- The down imaging is very nice and clear. Note, this unit does NOT have side scan. I mounted the transducer to my trolling motor with no problems.
- The downscan and sonar work very well. Integration/networking with my 899 was also a breeze.
- Works great. I've had it out on 2 different lakes and it performed great. It's really nice to have a gps that you can trust running 60mph in the dark on the lake.
- This is a great fish finder for the price. Never had a problem with it.
Humminbird 899ci (409150-1) HD SI Internal GPS Side Imaging Combo
- You get what you pay for. And for the price I got a good product that does the job.
- The main reason I got this was to scan rivers and post them on google maps. And it does the job really well!
- The side imaging, in my opinion, is not that big of a feature that adds too much value for the added money.
- Very disappointed with this product, it performs nothing like it was advertised.
- The unit comes with a non-HD transducer which costs another $250 to upgrade to
Size & Weight
Height
6.75 in.
13.8 in.
Width
11.25 in.
16.8 in.
Depth
4.25 in.
5 in.
Weight
7 lbs.
8.44 lbs.
Interface
Display
7" (800x480) LED-backlit color TFT LCD
7" (800х480) Color TFT display with backlight
Built-In Maps
Hummingbird Lake Master, Navionics Gold/HotMaps, Navionics Platinum
Humminbird Basemap, Hummingbird Lake Master
Control
Buttons
Buttons
Memory Features
2750 Waypoints, 45 Routes, 50 Tracks
2750 Waypoints, 45 Routes, 50 Tracks, Memory card slot
3D-Map View
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Interface"
Humminbird 859ci (409140-1) HD DI Combo Color Fish Finder
- Large, bright screen visible from 10 feet away. Easy to use, even for a low-tech person like me.
- This was a perfect compliment to the 899ci HD SI at the drivers console. I use the 899 side scan to locate structure/cover/brush piles, make them, and because they are networked, the waypoints show up at my 859ci.
- XP maps didn't cover Delavan lake in WI. which surprised me ( one of the larger lakes in WI.).
Humminbird 899ci (409150-1) HD SI Internal GPS Side Imaging Combo
- This is a nice unit and a 7" display ought to be large enough for most people.
- The base map isn't very good so I bought the Navionics + card and it worked flawlessly with this unit.
- I really enjoy the larger display on this unit. I already own a 798ci hd si 'bird and the larger screen is much appreciated.
- This graph is a compact unit with same clarity, perfect for the smaller Jon boat.
- The big color screen is nice and is easier to read.
- The only negative I have about Humminbird units is their built-in lake maps is not as complete as I would like, ie, not all lakes are there.
Features
GPS Features
Precision Internal GPS, GPS Chartplotting, GPS Trackplotting, GPS Speed
GPS Speed, GPS Chartplotting, GPS Trackplotting
Mounting System
Gimbal or Optional In-Dash
Gimbal or Optional In-Dash
Smartphone Compatibility
Nо
Nо
Memory Card Slot
Yes
Yes
Protection
IP67 Waterproof/Submersible
IP67 Waterproof/Submersible
Power
10.8 - 20 VDC
10 - 20 VDC
Accessories Included
Transducer, Cables
Cables, Mount
Extras
Screen Snap Shot, Sonar Recording, Minn Kota i-Pilot Link Compatibility, Temperature Graph, Temperature Alarm, X-Press Menu System, 5-port Ethernet switch
Temperature Graph, Water Temperature, Ethernet Networking
What customers say about "Features"
Humminbird 859ci (409140-1) HD DI Combo Color Fish Finder
- Very nice finder. Could come with a swivel mount.
- I used the Humminbird Ethernet cable to network the two and share data. Installation was easy using a heavy duty RAM mount.
- The unit came on time but the mounting bracket was wrong. After a few emails, I got that coming. I looked further and the connector bracket used to secure the wires to the back of the unit was wrong.
- I bought this unit with the idea that it would link with my minn kota i pilot but that didnt work either. POOR POOR POOR all around
- For a unit with so many features, to come without a printed owners manual is crazy. Having a manual on a cd does not do you much good when you are out on the boat.
Humminbird 899ci (409150-1) HD SI Internal GPS Side Imaging Combo
- Added to my 798ciSI HD - networked and works fabulously.
- I use this fishfinder weekly. It is simple with tons of features. A little pricey but worth it.
- Everything about these units are good. Network and I pilot compatible.
- Just got my unit installed. The Head unit only has two connections power and transducer so was simple.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer warranty
1 year
1 year
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
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