Lowrance Elite FS 12
#9 in Over 7 inFull review
A large networked display for bass and multi species boats that want a 12 in screen below HDS PRO pricing.
Amazon $2,599.99$2,599.99
The Lowrance Elite FS 12 is the better fish finder overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Lowrance Elite FS 12 leads on value. The Lowrance Elite FS 12 costs $699.01 less ($2,599.99 vs $3,299).
Lowrance HDS PRO 12
#12 in Over 7 inFull review
For larger bass and offshore boats that want a big flagship display as the hub of a full Lowrance system.
Amazon $3,299$3,299
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?
- Choose the Lowrance Elite FS 12 for value ($216.67 per inch of screen ($2,599.99, 12 in) vs $274.92 per inch of screen ($3,299, 12 in)).
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 weight | Lowrance Elite FS 12 | Lowrance HDS PRO 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 20 $216.67 per inch of screen ($2,599.99, 12 in) | 5 $274.92 per inch of screen ($3,299, 12 in) |
| Sonar 25% | 100 CHIRP, down imaging, side imaging | 100 CHIRP, down imaging, side imaging |
| GPS and maps 15% | 100 GPS with preloaded maps | 100 GPS with preloaded maps |
| Screen 10% | 21 1280 x 800, 126 pixels per inch | 21 1280 x 800, 126 pixels per inch |
| Warranty 20% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Lowrance Elite FS 12 | Lowrance HDS PRO 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen | 12 in | 12 in |
| Resolution | 1280 x 800 | 1280 x 800 |
| Pixels per inch | 126 | 126 |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Sonar | ||
| CHIRP | Yes | Yes |
| Down imaging | Yes | Yes |
| Side imaging | Yes | Yes |
| Live sonar ready | Yes | Yes |
| Transducer | Active Imaging 3-in-1 | Active Imaging HD 3-in-1 |
| Navigation and build | ||
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Maps | Preloaded | Preloaded |
| Phone pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Networking | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2024-10-24 | 2023-07-06 |