$579.99
The Simrad TP10 Tillerpilot is the better marine autopilot overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The Simrad TP10 Tillerpilot leads on value. The Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot, GHC 50 wins on features. The Simrad TP10 Tillerpilot costs $2,420 less ($579.99 vs $2,999.99).
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Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot, GHC 50
For anglers who troll behind a small gasoline kicker motor and want heading hold.
Amazon $2,999.99$2,999.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Simrad TP10 Tillerpilot for value ($579.99 for the pack vs $2,999.99 for the pack).
- Choose the Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot, GHC 50 for features (control head in the box, drive or pump included, heading sensor included, NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng vs control head in the box, drive or pump included, heading sensor included).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tiller and kicker marine autopilot; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Simrad TP10 Tillerpilot | Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot, GHC 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $579.99 for the pack | 18 $2,999.99 for the pack |
| Capability range 30% | 50 boat size and cylinder range not published (neutral score used) | 50 boat size and cylinder range not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 75 control head in the box, drive or pump included, heading sensor included | 100 control head in the box, drive or pump included, heading sensor included, NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng |
| Power draw 10% | 50 standby draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 standby draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Simrad TP10 Tillerpilot | Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Autopilot, GHC 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capability | ||
| Steering type | Tiller | Kicker motor |
| Pack type | Self-contained | Complete pack |
| In the pack | ||
| Contents | Self-contained tiller pilot | Reactor 40 kicker autopilot with steering actuator, stainless steel tilt tube, throttle actuator, floating remote, GHC 50 instrument |
| Control head | Built-in controls | GHC 50 touchscreen and floating remote |
| Control head included | Yes | Yes |
| Drive or pump included | Yes | Yes |
| Heading sensor | Built-in compass | Solid-state 9-axis AHRS |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | - | Yes |
| Support | ||
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2022-06 |