I like the idea of a combo unit with internal GPS, but am wondering if this is a good unit or if there’s a better unit for the money? Anyone have any experience with this unit? I can get $100 off at Cabelas if I get it before November 4th. 
I have a LMS 527 which is the same unit with dual frequency transducer and it is a great unit. I would recommend a 522 for this price range.
I have a 522c
I got it from Wade at Jolly Ann Marime
Iv’e had a lot of units over the years and this is the best
IT ROCKS!!! 
GET ONE AND YOU’LL NEVER REGRET IT
I think you should buy one and then let your fishing partner test drive it for a while to see if it works OK 
I looked on Ebay this afternoon and saw a couple of Lowrance 322C’s for sale with current bids around $225. Is the newer 522 worth the extra money?
Rootski
Basically the same unit and features as far as i know. I know tons of people with 332’s and love them. Although the deals can temp me on ebay I prefer to buy from an outlet willing to support after the sale with questions, etc. I just bought a unit last month from Wade at Jolly Ann and the price was great with outstanding service to boot.
I just purchased a 520C and I did some research. I had wanted to get a 522 because of the internal GPS but some consumers reported that the 522 has had some problems with the locating feature on the GPS. So, that’s why I went with the 520.
I’ve ran an internal GPS Lowrance for approx. 150 outings this year and I think it lost position 2 times. You be the judge but i’m pretty sure this is good performance.
I don’t have a 522 but I do have a 334 on my pontoon and I am disappointed with how slow it locks into position and it’s inablilty to hold this. I run a networked pair of 113’s on my tournament boat and don’t have this problem so I have definitely noticed the difference.
Also last year I ran a pair of networked 111’s and a global map and didn’t have an issue either for comparison because last year I was using Lowrance’s LCG 2K puck and this year it’s the LCG 3K puck with the red terminals…
My $.02!
Quote:
I just purchased a 520C and I did some research. I had wanted to get a 522 because of the internal GPS but some consumers reported that the 522 has had some problems with the locating feature on the GPS. So, that’s why I went with the 520.
You can actually add the external antenna to the 522 using the NEMA network, and have NO locating feature issues. I did this with mine and now I have the best of both worlds. GPS/Sonar on my boat with the external antenna, and in my soft pack for ice fishing with the internal antenna.
-Munchy
I have a 522C and really like it. Haven’t had a bit of trouble with it.
Quote:
I just purchased a 520C and I did some research. I had wanted to get a 522 because of the internal GPS but some consumers reported that the 522 has had some problems with the locating feature on the GPS. So, that’s why I went with the 520.
I have a 520 and it is a great finder. My only real complaint is that it is slow in zooming, in or out. Also if you are zoomed in and traveling fast, the GPS will not keep up. I don’t know if it is a memory thing, but it really sucks sometimes.
What does everyone else think is the best buy out there for under $400.00? My boat only cost $1100.00 and can’t justify spending more than that on a fish finder 
Thanks for all the insights, but after a little bit of advice from Calvin, and another awesome Cabelas deal I have decided to go with the LCX25c. Looks like a GREAT unit and the larger screen will be nice on a combo unit, too!
Slip…what does the LCX 25C have that the 520/522 doesn’t? What was it that changed your mind?
Thanks
Rootski
It’s BIGGER! It’s gotta be better, right? 
PM on the way.
I am wondering the same things I am looking for a combo unit and I am interested in what every one has to say, slip sinker can you send me that same PM?
You must be logged in to reply to this topic.
