Wednesday, September 17, 2025

New Features in the Humminbird XPLORE Series

RACINE, Wis. – Since its founding in 1971, Humminbird has been at the forefront of marine electronic innovations, creating products that help anglers catch more fish and be more efficient on the water. That legacy continues today as Humminbird proudly announces the all-new XPLORE Series has been awarded the 2025 ICAST Anglers’ Choice Award. Packed with cutting-edge technology, the XPLORE Series represents the next evolution of intuitive design and enhanced performance.

Fresh off a 2025 ICAST Best in Category - Marine Electronics award at ICAST 2025, Humminbird XPLORE has now been honored by the angling community, underscoring Humminbird’s dedication to developing products that truly meet the needs of those who love to fish. Like the anglers that depend on Humminbird to push the limits on the water, XPLORE is designed with an uncompromising drive to perform. With a sleek touchscreen interface backed by customizable shortcut keys, a lightning-fast quad-core processor, and the ability to easily connect with the best trolling motors and shallow water anchors, XPLORE offers seamless integration and an elevated fishing experience.

The Humminbird XPLORE Series builds upon a long tradition of innovation, reimagined with features that make navigating and fish finding more efficient than ever before. From tournament pros to weekend anglers, XPLORE is engineered to meet the demands of those who refuse to settle for less. With the Anglers’ Choice Award win, the Humminbird XPLORE Series cements its reputation for pushing the boundaries in marine electronics and continuing Humminbird’s commitment to innovation.

“We are incredibly grateful to the anglers who have used and voted for XPLORE,” said Betsy Radue, Director of Brand Management. “Their trust in the Humminbird brand inspires us to keep innovating and creating products that enhance the fishing experience. XPLORE’s success reflects our commitment to delivering intuitive, high-performance technology for anglers of all skill levels, helping them catch more fish and enjoy every moment on the water.”

XPLORE Key Features:

  • Fast and Intuitive: Features a quad-core processor, fast start-up, intuitive shortcuts, and easy-to-use touchscreen interface.
  • HD Display: Bright and clear screens in all conditions, delivering unmatched visibility for finishing fish, structure, and underwater detail.
  • HD Mapping/SmartStrike: LakeMaster® and CoastMaster™ mapping with coverage for 13,000 U.S. and Canadian lakes, 170 million acres of coastal waters, and SmartStrike™ for real-time fish activity predictions—available with purchase.
  • Seamless Integration: Syncs with Minn Kota motors, shallow water anchors, and the OBN for total boat control.
  • Advanced Waypoint Management: Create a tailored system with customizable icons and color-coded waypoints, and sync up to 10,000 waypoints with a smartphone.
  • Streamlined User Interface: Cross Touch interface offers dual control options—touchscreen capabilities and keypad for precise menu scrolling and operation.
  • Compatibility: Compatible with MEGA Live Imaging, MEGA 360 Imaging and MEGA Side & Down Imaging.
  • Choose from: 9”, 10”, or 12” displays, with the ability to personalize the interface and OBN side buttons.

MSRP: XPLORE 9 CHO - $1,299.99 • XPLORE 9 MSI+ - $1,499.99 • XPLORE 10 CHO - $1,999.99 • XPLORE 10 MSI+ - $2,199.99 • XPLORE 12 CHO - $2,499.99 • XPLORE 12 MSI+ - $2,699.99

XPLORE is compatible with the all-new MEGA Live 2, the original MEGA Live, MEGA 360, and MEGA Side and Down, enhancing real-time imaging for superior fish and structure visibility. With screen sizes of 9”, 10”, and 12” and customizable side buttons, XPLORE adapts to any angler’s needs. Bright, clear displays work in all conditions, even in direct sunlight or when wearing polarized sunglasses.

To learn more about the Humminbird XPLORE and its advanced features, visit www.humminbird.com.