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
3.5/5
A large networked chartplotter for bass boats and bay boats running a full Humminbird and Minn Kota system.
- 12 inScreen
- CHIRP, Down, SideSonar
- YesGPS
- PreloadedMaps
Check price at Amazon$2,705.74
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 12 in touchscreen shows several sonar views and a chart at a readable size
- MEGA Side and Down Imaging+ with Dual Spectrum CHIRP
- MEGA Live ready with Ethernet, NMEA 2000 and Bluetooth
- Preloaded lake maps
Cons
- Expensive, and live sonar adds more
- Needs real console space and a large bracket
- Two year base warranty
The Humminbird XPLORE family
Every Humminbird XPLORE model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Screen | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humminbird Xplore 9 CMSI+ | 9 in | 3.9/5 | $1,399.99 |
| Humminbird Xplore 10 CMSI+ | 10 in | 3.6/5 | $2,049.99 |
| Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ (this one) | 12 in | 3.5/5 | $2,705.74 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 412020-1 |
|---|---|
| Display | |
| Screen | 12 in |
| Resolution | 1280 x 800 |
| Pixels per inch | 126 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sonar | |
| CHIRP | Yes |
| Down imaging | Yes |
| Side imaging | Yes |
| Live sonar ready | Yes |
| Maximum depth | 1,200 ft |
| Navigation and build | |
| GPS | Yes |
| Maps | Preloaded |
| Phone pairing | Yes |
| Networking | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-01 |
Alternatives in this size
Garmin Striker Vivid 9sv
#10 in Over 7 inFull review
A big side imaging screen for the money, for bass and walleye boats that care more about sonar than charts.
Amazon $649.99$649.99
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
Compare
Compare the Humminbird Xplore 12 CMSI+ with any other fish finder →
More from Humminbird: every Humminbird product ranked.