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Which Navionics chip should I buy?

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Eleanor Gray

Updated on February 17, 2026

Which Navionics chip should I buy?

Ok.. the best card to use in your graphs will be the Navionics Hotmaps Platinum. This is the top of the line for Fresh water. This card has it all, 3D Overlays, Sonarchart information (1’depth contours) , community edits and even tides for the delta..

Can I use Navionics on my laptop?

This improvement eliminates the requirement of subscribing to multiple apps. Now when you activate a subscription in Boating Marine & Lakes (the app for iPhones and iPads), you can also use it in Boating HD Marine & Lakes (the app for Android smartphones and tablets), and the other way around.

How do I download Navionics charts for free?

Download Chart Layers to Your Navionics Card​

  1. Launch the Chart Installer, choose your chart coverage, and use the pins to select the area you want to download.
  2. Select the layers to download.
  3. Once the download is completed, the area appears highlighted on the map.

What is the difference between Navionics plus and platinum?

Navionics includes both coastal and inland lake coverage. Platinum+ includes coverage of coastal areas, bays, offshore canyons and the Great Lakes. …

What is the difference between Navionics premium and platinum?

It is incredible for highlighting creeks, points, ledges etc. The difference between premium and Hotmaps platinum is incredible. There is simply no comparison. Prem is as basic as you can get, and depending on the area you fish, the Platinum or Navionics+ is the ONLY choice if you want a valuable tool to use.

Does Navionics work on Windows 10?

THE APP FOR WINDOWS HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. THE BOATING APP IS AVAILABLE FOR APPLE AND ANDROID DEVICES. Navionics expands its mobile application compatibility to include Microsoft Windows platform!

How can I view my Navionics chip on my computer?

How to Read a Navionics Card on a PC

  1. Plug the Navionics card reader into an available USB port on your system.
  2. Insert the Navionics card into the card reader.
  3. Right-click “Start” and click “Explore.”
  4. Click “Computer” and click the letter of the Navionics drive to read the information on the card.

Can you download Navionics charts?

Charts can be downloaded within the Boating app during the initial free trial or after a Region of coverage has been purchased. In order to download charts, you will need an internet (WiFi or Cellular) connection.

What is Navionics chart installer?

It offers daily chart updates and advanced features. All you have to do is activate your subscription through the Chart Installer. Older cards can be activated too, and this will allow you to access discounted subscription renewals.

How do I backup my Navionics SD card?

To make a back up:

  1. Create a new folder on your computer.
  2. Insert your Navionics card into the computer.
  3. Go to the NAVIONICS drive in your file manager.
  4. Copy the ‘Navionic’ folder and the ntag. txt file (click here to see how to view hidden files on your computer)
  5. Paste the ‘Navionic’ folder and the ntag.