Raymarine EV-DBW Pilot
#1 in Steer-by-wireFull review
For boats with digital drive-by-wire steering that need an autopilot without extra hardware at the helm.
Amazon $2,999.99$2,999.99
The Raymarine EV-DBW Pilot is the better marine autopilot overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Raymarine EV-DBW Pilot leads on warranty. The Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-Wire, GHC 50 costs $200 less ($2,799.99 vs $2,999.99).
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Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-Wire, GHC 50
#2 in Steer-by-wireFull review
For boats with generic steer-by-wire steering that want Garmin autopilot control.
Amazon $2,799.99$2,799.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Raymarine EV-DBW Pilot for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every steer-by-wire marine autopilot; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Raymarine EV-DBW Pilot | Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-Wire, GHC 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 18 $2,999.99 for the pack | 22 $2,799.99 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, heading sensor included, NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | 75 control head in the box, heading sensor included, NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng |
| Power draw 10% | 100 30 mA standby | 50 standby draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Raymarine EV-DBW Pilot | Garmin Reactor 40 Steer-by-Wire, GHC 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capability | ||
| Steering type | Steer-by-wire | Steer-by-wire |
| Pack type | Core pack | Core pack |
| In the pack | ||
| Contents | p70Rs control head, EV-2 sensor core, Evolution cable kit | Reactor 40 CCU, GHC 50 display, cables, buzzer, NMEA 2000 drop cables, power cable, T-connectors and terminators |
| Control head | p70Rs | GHC 50 touchscreen |
| Control head included | Yes | Yes |
| Drive or pump included | No | No |
| Heading sensor | EV-2 9-axis sensor core | Solid-state 9-axis AHRS |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Standby draw | 30 mA | - |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | Yes | Yes |
| Support | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2022-06 |