Question 1

Anyone compare the iBobber to the very similar (but 2x more expensive) Deeper portable fish finder?

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Yes.  I had the Deeper first, but lost the device in a rainstorm.  I decided to get the iBobber as a replacement to the Deeper. The Deepers hardware and software is much more detailed than the iBobbers.  The iBobbers only has a 90 degree scan, as opposed to the Deepers 90 degree, and 120 degree scans.  The Deeper shows 4 different sizes of fish, along with several types of "fish" alarms.  Both offer a 15 minute sonar scan replay.Please note that both sonar bobbers require re-syncing upon each and every use.  As the sonar bobbers only turn on when in the water or charging.  The Deeper has quicker syncing time than that of the iBobber. If I had to buy another sonar ball, I might first look at the sonar scanners available in a RC boat package.  The RC option seems much easier to get the sonar scans "where" you want them, and less water noise when casting your sonar bobbers out.  If I had to get another sonar "bobber" I would recommend the Deeper.Does this justify Deepers cost of roughly 2X the iBobber?  What the iBobber brings to the table is simple easy to use scanning.  The Deeper offers much more than the iBobber in regards to hardware and software

Question 2

does this work with Amazon fire OS

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You might have to sideload the app but Amazon runs on andriod so it's probably possible

Question 3

can you cast this by its own with no hook on one pool and cast a compleat ring with another pool. That way the ibobber scans and gives me readings??

Accepted Answer

I am considering a release clip on the I bobber to a separate line. It won't work for casting but if you are letting it out in a current it  may be neat to see the fish hit the bait. But I would hate to lose it on a fish.

Question 4

Does the ibobber require a 4g service to work?  my location is remote and poor reception to a tower.

Accepted Answer

The ibobber uses a free software App downloaded to your phone. The ibobber then connects to your phone by Bluetooth to run through the App. It does not use or require any cell tower signal to work.

ASIN	B00LEA2FS0
Best Sellers Rank	#61,570 in Sporting Goods ( See Top 100 in Sporting Goods ) #57 in Marine Electronics #294 in Fishing Accessories
Brand Name	ReelSonar
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (5,756)
Display	LCD
Display Size	5 Inches
Global Trade Identification Number	00699723021012, 00699723021098
Included Components	Sonar
Item Dimensions L x W x H	5.1L x 5.1W x 2.5H centimeters
Item Type Name	iBobber Castable Bluetooth Smart Fish Finder - White
Item Weight	0.05 Grams
Manufacturer	iBobber
Manufacturer Part Number	CGG-MY-IBOBBER
Maximum Measuring Depth	135 Feet
Model Name	Castable Bluetooth
Model Number	SGG-IBOBBER
Mounting Type	Fishing Line Mount
Power Source	Battery Powered
UPC	699723021012 699723021098

ReelSonar Wireless Bluetooth Smart Fish Finder

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