I'll be the first to admit that I don't have a ton of experience with fishfinders like some of the guys. I did enough research to get a basic idea of what I wanted, then decided to jump in to get a feel for what I actually liked/disliked. I wanted matching units at the console and in the bow for the trolling motor but didn't want to break the bank with high-dollar units. I ended up with these and am happy so far, though Covid put the brakes on using them as much as I would have liked. Looks like they're out of stock here, but it's a good reference point if nothing else.
https://www.gpscity.com/lowrance-hook2-5-with-splitshot-transducer-and-inland-maps
