Lowrance Hook Reveal TripleShot/SplitShot Review

The newest update to Lowrance’s entry-level fish finder combos is the Hook Reveal series. The devices have a sleek new black design, the same excellent mapping and sonar options, plus several significant new features.

In this review of the Lowrance Hook Reveal, we will go over all of the newest and most important features, giving you the information you need to determine whether or not these are the right gadgets for you and your boat.

Summary of the Hook Reveal Series

First of all, you need to be aware of the fact that you will not be able to gain the superior features and functionality that are offered by the HDS or Elite series of graphs. The Hook Reveal is deserving of your consideration, nevertheless, given the cost.

The series is available in 5 sizes, from the large Lowrance Hook Reveal 9 TS to the more affordable 5 and 7-inch variants. Here is a lineup comparison chart.

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Revealing New Features in the Hook

The new Hook Reveal has a few noteworthy features, albeit there are no significant changes.

FishReveal: Lowrance has added a very intriguing new sonar view to their complete lineup that is exclusive to them. This view essentially combines the data obtained from the 2D CHIRP sonar scan of the water column with the picture-like views of the bottom structure obtained from the DownScan scan. Exactly how does this assist?

• Aids in Fish Discovery – Fish can be difficult to distinguish on DownScan sonar because they look as little dots or balls. Because CHIRP sonar can turn those dots into distinct arches, fish are much easier to spot than they were previously. FishReveal is the result of combining the advantages of CHIRP with DownScan. It features all the attractive structure images together with fish arches to make it simpler to see fish.
• Separate Fish from Cover – Taking this concept a step further, FishReveal guarantees to make fish easier to spot among cover like tree limbs, boulders, and plants. The little fish mark in the tree limbs can be more easily transformed by the 2D sonar cone into an arch that stands out among the branches.

Genesis Live Mapping  Lowrance can now compete with Humminbird‘s (AutoChart Live) and Garmin‘s live mapping capabilities thanks to Genesis Live (QuickDraw).

No More Hook 12 No longer Sadly, the Hook 12 is no longer available, and the Elite FS also does not provide a 12-inch form. The top-tier HDS Live 12 fish finder is the only way to obtain a 12-inch Lowrance fish detector.

Is Active Target Compatible with Hook Reveal?

No, sadly, they are incompatible. In order to add an Active Target forward sonar system, you will require an Elite FS or HDS Live unit.

Review of 9/7 TripleShot with Hook Reveal

A three-in-one fish detector, the Hook Reveal TripleShot features CHIRP sonar, DownScan, and SideScan. The MSRP for the Hook Reveal 9 and 7 TripleShot is extremely competitive and frequently less expensive than similar-sized versions from the rivals.

The reasonable prices are due to a few factors. Most of the time, the Hook Reveal fish finders lack some of the more sophisticated features, such touchscreens, live mapping, and networking.

They simply offer anglers something unique at competitive costs, which does not imply that they are subpar units. Take a look at some of the key distinctions between our model and those of our competitors.

• Echomap UHD 93sv vs. Hook Reveal 9 TripleShot – The 93sv features a touchscreen, 10,000 (versus. 3,000) contour maps that are pre-loaded, and QuickDraw live mapping.
• HELIX 9 MEGA SI G4N vs. Hook Reveal 9 TripleShot – The HELIX 9 MEGA boasts MEGA+ Image, the clearest imaging on the market, as well as 2 SD card ports and AutoChart Live.
• Echomap UHD 73sv vs. Hook Reveal 7 TripleShot – The 73sv features a touchscreen, 10,000 LakeVu maps, and QuickDraw.
• HELIX 7 CHIRP vs. Hook Reveal 7 TripleShot GPS G3N by MSI – MEGA Imaging, networking possibilities, and AutoChart Live mapping are all features of the HELIX 7.

Display – The new SolarMAX, which is more easily viewed in direct sunlight than ever before, is used in every Hook Reveal display. The pixel counts are all fairly standard at 800480. You can upgrade to the HDS Live series, which has the SolarMAX HD panels with a greater pixel density, for a higher screen resolution.

New transducers have been added to Sonar – The Hook Reveal, the first of which is aptly dubbed “Reveal TripleShot Transducer.” The plastic skimmer transducer is long and narrow, and it is mounted on a metal bracket.

It has all three of the sonar features required to scan a structure and then use FishReveal to find fish there. Lowrance The sonar imaging of structure and bass that DownScan continues to generate is among the best available.

• High CHIRP 2D Sonar (200 kHz)
• SideScan is 455/800 kHz and
• DownScan is 455/800 kHz.

Maps and GPS

• One MicroSD slot for cards (32GB)
• Mapping: Navionics,
• C-MAP Insight,
• Genesis Live,
• Pre-Loaded C-MAP Inland waterways

Review of Hook Reveal 5/7 SplitShot

The Hook Reveal SplitShot is a 2-in-1 fish finder that has Lowrance’s leading DownScan and High CHIRP. Sizes for the SplitShot series are 5 inches and 7 inches (great for kayak fishing).

When compared to Humminbird and Garmin, the Hook Reveal SplitShot’s cost is highly appealing. This is due to the fish finders’ absence of more sophisticated features like touchscreens and unit connectivity, similar to the TripleShot.

Once more, this doesn’t make them poor units; they are simply a less expensive device with excellent sonar.

Display – The SplitShot 5 and 7 have the same bright SolarMAX display as the larger versions, which makes outside viewing simpler than ever. Each SplitShot has a typical 800480 pixel resolution, which is more than enough to display details.

Sonar: The SplitShot skimmer transducer features a T-shaped rib running along the top but otherwise resembles earlier DownScan transducer versions. This eliminates the need for extra bracket purchases and allows you to mount the transducer to a trolling motor.

The auto-tuning sonar is a fantastic feature on all models of the Hook Reveal. While it won’t improve your singing, it does claim to automatically optimise your sensitivity and contrast, removing some of the guesswork from enhancing your imaging photographs.

• High CHIRP (2D Sonar) at 200 kHz;
• DownScan at 455/800 kHz

Maps and GPS

• One MicroSD slot for cards (32GB)
• Mapping: Navionics, C-MAP Insight, Pre-Loaded C-MAP Inland waterways Live

Additional Features: of the Lowrance Hook Reveal 9 The Hook Reveal 9 is one of the most reasonably priced 9-inch fish finders currently available. They don’t have all the features of, let’s say, an Echomap UHD 93sv or a Helix Mega. However, the value is excellent for the larger sizes for a fish finder that is otherwise very functional.

Excellent Pricing on Smaller Units: The lowrance hook reveal 5 reviews and 7 follow suit with the inexpensive pricing, coming in at a few hundred dollars less than the equivalent HELIX 7 SI G3N or Echomap UHD 73sv, even though those devices offer more features like networking and touchscreens. Even so, it’s difficult to overlook the Hook Reveal cost.

New Reveal TripleShot Transducer: This innovative 3-in-1 skimmer transducer offers everything from 455/800kHz DownScan and SideScan imaging to 200kHz High CHIRP. It comes with metal mounting hardware but no trolling motor adapters, so unless you want to purchase a third-party accessory mount, the transom is the best place for it.

New SplitShot Transducer: This 2-in-1 transducer includes DownScan and High CHIRP capabilities. Although it shares a striking resemblance with earlier Elite and Hook transducers, this model features a molded-in rib that enables mounting against trolling motor housing.

Easy Setup & Use: The Hook Reveal interface was created with simplicity in mind. From straightforward installation and setup to straightforward sonar autotuning operation. A straightforward yet useful keypad with one click access to the most popular settings has been created by Lowrance.

Additional Hook Reveal: versions with a “X” in the name, such as the Hook Reveal 7X, are GPS-only devices. The X indicates that it just includes GPS plotting and no contour mapping. We have decided to exclude those models from the review due to this.

Fish finders from the Box: The Hook Reveal series are low cost/high feature devices, which means that most extras have been removed to lower the overall unit cost. You will receive the head display, transducer, cables, and other necessary mounting hardware.

Sun covers and in-dash mounts are not included; they must be purchased separately.

• Bracket mount, 2 knobs, and 4 screws
• control head unit
• An electrical cable with a fuse and a fuse holder
• Extra Corner Clips
• TripleShot or SplitShot transducer

Lowrance HOOK Reveal 7

It has a ton of user-friendly features built right in, is pretty much ready to use out of the box, and isn’t too challenging to mount. It has been Lowrance’s deliberate goal to make this gadget as user-friendly for novices as is humanly possible. Additionally, they have expanded the selection of available transducers, made major mapping enhancements, and included a number of functions that the HOOK2 was missing.

The fact that the buyer is not fully educated about the product they are buying is the main cause of the problems that occur with this equipment. Don’t worry; in fact, this is precisely why we write these reviews, so don’t be alarmed. When you purchase a Lowrance HOOK Reveal 7, we will walk you through the process of getting the best value for your money and point out all of the features that we personally find to be the most appealing along the route.

FEATURES:

CHIRP Sonar (With Great Range), High Precision Internal GPS, Easy-To-Adjust Gimbal Mount, Feature-Rich Mapping, and FishReveal.

Model	HOOK Reveal 7 SplitShot	HOOK Reveal 7 TripleShot	HOOK Reveal 7 HDI
Operating Frequencies Supported	CHIRP 200 kHz	CHIRP 200 kHz	CHIRP 50 kHz
Transducer	DownScan	DownScan/SideScan	No
Maps Included	None OR 4000 US Lakes OR C-Map Contour+	Humminbird Basemap	HumminbirdBasemap
Screen	7.0″ – 800 x 480 HD	7.0″ – 800 x 480 HD	7.0″ – 800 x 480 HD
Sonar-Depth	1200 ft (Standard Transducer)	1200 ft (Standard Transducer)	1200 ft (Standard Transducer)
Imaging-Range	150 ft. – 300 ft down 100 ft. per side (800 kHz)/ 300Ft. per side (455 kHz)	150 ft. – 300 ft down 100 ft. per side (800 kHz)/ 300Ft. per side (455 kHz)	150 ft. – 300 ft down 100 ft. per side (800 kHz)/ 300Ft. per side (455 kHz)
GPS	Internal, High-Precision	Internal, High-Precision	Internal, High-Precision
Memory Card Slots	Micro SD	Micro SD	Micro SD

Which HOOK Reveal TripleShot or SplitShot should you purchase?

• FishReveal sonar view makes it simpler than ever to spot fish amid structure and concealment.
• The TripleShot 3-in-1 transducer has every component; additional modules are not needed.
• Auto-tuning sonar settings make getting clear sonar simple. Just plug and play. For those who are new to technology, this feature is fantastic.
• With polarised sunglasses and bright sunshine, the SolarMAX displays can be seen on the water with ease.
• Customizable homepage views and quick access to the most used settings with a button click.

You can purchase a basic fish finder with the Hook Reveal that nevertheless provides the necessary features. Although the Hook Reveal series does not use touchscreens or networking, it is not its main focus. To have a touchscreen and networking, you must upgrade to an Elite FS or an HDS Live.

If you prefer saving screenshots or Sonar logs, you’ll have to swap out a lot of MicroSD cards to get them out of the device because there is just one slot available.

• No networking.
• Touch displays are absent
• One MicroSD Card Slot Only

To sum up:

It is obvious that the Hook Reveal is a wonderful value for fishermen on a tight budget due to the wide choice of sizes, affordable costs, and superior DownScan imaging Lowrance is recognised for.

The especially seems to find the perfect balance between size and cost. The 5 and 7 SplitShot, on the other hand, are excellent small boat and kayak sonar systems.

You should consider products like the Garmin Echomap UHD or the Humminbird Helix MEGA if you require sophisticated capabilities or touchscreens.