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
3.4/5
For larger bass and offshore boats that want a big flagship display as the hub of a full Lowrance system.
- 12 inScreen
- CHIRP, Down, SideSonar
- YesGPS
- PreloadedMaps
Check price at Amazon$3,299
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Large 12 in SolarMAX HD touchscreen for several views at once
- Active Imaging HD 3-in-1 side and down imaging included
- Runs radar, autopilot, live sonar and digital switching
Cons
- Very expensive per inch
- Same 1280 x 800 resolution as the 10 in
- Live sonar and radar add thousands more
The Lowrance HDS PRO family
Every Lowrance HDS PRO model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Screen | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowrance HDS PRO 9 | 9 in | 3.7/5 | $1,899 |
| Lowrance HDS PRO 10 | 10 in | 3.5/5 | $2,399 |
| Lowrance HDS PRO 12 (this one) | 12 in | 3.4/5 | $3,299 |
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 | 000-15987-001 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Transducer | Active Imaging HD 3-in-1 |
| Navigation and build | |
| GPS | Yes |
| Maps | Preloaded |
| Phone pairing | Yes |
| Networking | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Released | 2023-07-06 |
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