Garmin presents the GPSMAP 9000 series as a premium option for demanding boat owners who value excellent visualisation and extensive functionalities. Until now, the top-of-the-range models were only available in larger sizes, but now the manufacturer is adding 10-, 13- and 17-inch variants to the series to cover helm stations with limited space. All models can be purchased as pure chartplotters or as xsv versions with integrated echo sounder technology. The market launch is planned for November 2025, with a starting price of around €3,700.
Powerful hardware
The GPSMAP 9000 series offers seven times the computing power of previous models. This should enable faster image generation, quicker map calculations and smoother display of complex navigation data. The IPS touchscreens should also be easy to read in sunlight and offer 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels) on the 13 and 17-inch models. The 10-inch model works with HD resolution (1920 x 1200 pixels).
The Garmin BlueNet Gigabit network connects several chart plotters, cameras, radar units and echo sounders at ten times the speed of conventional systems. This makes it possible to set up complex network systems without any loss of performance. The xsv versions have integrated CHIRP echo sounder technology and UHD echo sounder. The devices are compatible with Garmin's Panoptix, LiveScope, SideVü and ClearVü. The RapidReturn function is designed to enable smoother echo sounder recordings at 10 fps when scrolling - a feature that anglers in particular are likely to appreciate.
Maps and connectivity
The GPSMAP 9000 series supports both Garmin Navionics+ maps with Auto Guidance+ technology and Garmin Navionics Vision+ maps with premium features such as high-resolution relief shading. The chartplotters can be integrated into NMEA2000 networks and enable the control of on-board systems via the integrated OneHelm Digital Switching. EmpirBus and solutions from other third-party providers are also compatible. The devices feature Bluetooth and "Ant "+ transmission technologies, allowing Garmin smartwatches, force trolling motors and other peripherals to be connected. With a compatible headset, the chart plotters can also be controlled by voice command. If you want to connect the plotters to NMEA0183 devices, you will need the echo sounder box or another NME0183-to-NMEA2000 converter.
Technical data
Display sizes and resolutions:
- 10.1 inch (25.6 cm): HD display (1920 x 1200 pixels)
- 13.27 inch (33.7 cm): 4K display (3840 x 2160 pixels)
- 17.25 inch (43.8 cm): 4K display (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Dimensions:
- 10 inch: 26.0 x 20.0 x 9.1 cm, 2.52 kg
- 13 inch: 33.5 x 23.4 x 9.1 cm, 4.13 kg
- 17 inch: 42.7 x 28.5 x 9.2 cm, 5.90 kg
Prices and availability:
- "Gpsmap" 9010: 3,699.99 euros
- "Gpsmap" 9010xsv: 3,999.99 euros
- "Gpsmap" 9013: 4,999.99 euros
- "Gpsmap" 9013xsv: 5,499.99 euros
- "Gpsmap" 9017: 7,599.99 euros
- "Gpsmap" 9017xsv: 8,099.99 euros
- Available from November 2025
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Hauke Schmidt
Test & Technology editor
