Choosing a used display for your marine electronics sonar navigation setup usually comes down to one question: do you need a working screen or spare parts? These two units sit at opposite ends of that choice. The Simrad NSS7 EVO2 is the lower-priced entry point but is described as a for-parts unit. The Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Touch is the used display that is said to be in good working condition. That difference drives the rest of this comparison.
Quick Verdict
If you want a chartplotter you can actually use, the Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Touch is the practical pick. It comes with a cover and power cable, and the seller describes it as recently removed from service in good working condition. The Simrad NSS7 EVO2 is a parts-unit buy: it turns on and buttons make sounds, but it is not being sold as a working display, and returns are not accepted for it.
At a Glance
| Option | Listed price | Condition | Display status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simrad NSS7 EVO2 (for parts) | USD 219.99 | Used | Screen not usable |
| Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Touch | USD 1,897.00 | Used | Clear and bright; fully functional |
Where Each Product Wins
- Simrad NSS7 EVO2: It wins on upfront cost for anyone who wants the lower-priced end of this pairing and is willing to buy a marine display purely as a parts unit.
- Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Touch: It wins on usability. This is the unit that is described as ready to use, with a clear screen and the power cable and cover included.
Product Notes
Simrad NSS7 EVO2 (For Parts)
At $219.99, this unit is the lower-priced route into this comparison, but it is not a working navigation display. The description says it turns on and buttons make sounds, yet the screen is not usable or showing anything. That makes it a sensible pick only if you are shopping for a parts unit or a non-working display to keep on the bench. The limitation is obvious: you cannot use it to plot a course, and because the seller does not accept returns, the risk sits with the buyer. There is also no warranty. If your goal is to have a display that actually shows navigation information, this Simrad will not replace a functional chartplotter.
Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Touch
At $1,897.00, this used Garmin is the higher-priced side of the comparison, and the listed details support that position. It was recently removed from service, is described as being in good working condition and great overall shape, and the screen is clear and bright. The unit comes as shown with a cover and power cable, so it is set up for someone who needs a touchscreen chartplotter display right away. The limitation is price: nearly $1,900 for a used unit is a significant outlay, even with the condition described. This one is the choice when getting back on the water matters more than keeping the upfront cost low.
Final Choice by Use Case
Choose the Simrad NSS7 EVO2 if you are deliberately buying a non-working unit at the low end of the price spread and you are comfortable treating it as a parts item. Choose the Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv Touch if you want a used touchscreen chartplotter display that is described as functional and ready to use. For most boaters who need navigation now, the Garmin is the responsible pick; for the parts bench, the Simrad is the alternative that makes sense.
