Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity
For big hydraulic outboard and sterndrive boats up to about 50 ft.
Amazon $3,849.99$3,849.99
The Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity is the better marine autopilot overall, rated 3.6 to 2.9. The Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity leads on capability range. The Raymarine EV-200 Power Pilot Pack costs $350 less ($3,499.99 vs $3,849.99).
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Raymarine EV-200 Power Pilot Pack
For medium to large hydraulic powerboats that need the heavier 15 A drive electronics.
Amazon $3,499.99$3,499.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity for capability range (boats to 50 ft, cylinders to 550 cc vs cylinders to 230 cc).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hydraulic steering marine autopilot; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity | Raymarine EV-200 Power Pilot Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 7 $3,849.99 for the pack | 11 $3,499.99 for the pack |
| Capability range 30% | 93 boats to 50 ft, cylinders to 550 cc | 29 cylinders to 230 cc |
| Features 25% | 100 control head in the box, drive or pump included, heading sensor included, NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | 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) | 11 300 mA standby |
| Warranty 5% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Simrad AP44 VRF Pack High Capacity | Raymarine EV-200 Power Pilot Pack | |
|---|---|---|
| Capability | ||
| Steering type | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Boat size | To 50 ft | - |
| Hydraulic cylinder range | 160 to 550 cc | 80 to 230 cc |
| Pack type | Complete pack | Complete pack |
| In the pack | ||
| Contents | AP44 controller, NAC-3 high-current computer, PUMP-3 hydraulic pump, Precision-9 compass, NMEA 2000 starter kit | Type 1 hydraulic pump, p70Rs control head, EV-1 sensor core, ACU-200 |
| Control head | AP44 | p70Rs |
| Control head included | Yes | Yes |
| Drive or pump included | Yes | Yes |
| Heading sensor | Precision-9 solid-state compass | EV-1 9-axis sensor core |
| Rudder feedback unit | No | - |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply voltage | 12/24 V | 12 V |
| Standby draw | - | 300 mA |
| Max drive current | - | 15 A |
| NMEA 2000 / SeaTalk ng | Yes | Yes |
| Support | ||
| Warranty | - | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2013-06 |