Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ vs Lowrance HDS PRO 12

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ is the better fish finder overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ leads on value. The Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ costs $593.26 less ($2,705.74 vs $3,299).

Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ vs Lowrance HDS PRO 12

Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 7 in fish finder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightHumminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+Lowrance HDS PRO 12
Overall rating3.5/53.4/5
Value 30%18 $225.48 per inch of screen ($2,705.74, 12 in)5 $274.92 per inch of screen ($3,299, 12 in)
Sonar 25%100 CHIRP, down imaging, side imaging100 CHIRP, down imaging, side imaging
GPS and maps 15%100 GPS with preloaded maps100 GPS with preloaded maps
Screen 10%21 1280 x 800, 126 pixels per inch21 1280 x 800, 126 pixels per inch
Warranty 20%50 2-year warranty50 2-year warranty

Specifications

Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+Lowrance HDS PRO 12
Display
Screen12 in12 in
Resolution1280 x 8001280 x 800
Pixels per inch126126
TouchscreenYesYes
Sonar
CHIRPYesYes
Down imagingYesYes
Side imagingYesYes
Live sonar readyYesYes
Maximum depth1,200 ft-
Transducer-Active Imaging HD 3-in-1
Navigation and build
GPSYesYes
MapsPreloadedPreloaded
Phone pairingYesYes
NetworkingYesYes
Warranty2 years2 years
Released2025-012023-07-06

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