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A relative of mine loves fishing in a small boat and has asked me to get him a handheld GPS unit that he can use to save a certain fishing spot, and recall it later.

I am not too familiar with GPS and how it works.
1- Any units available for under 100$?
2- Does the unit need the map of Lebanon? If yes, is it easy to install it?
3- I've seen on the net some units with built-in sonar (expensive though), has anyone seen any dealer for those in Lebanon?

Thanks for your replies.
rtwo2008 wrote I am not too familiar with GPS and how it works.
Satellite triangulation.
rtwo2008 wrote 1- Any units available for under 100$?
Maybe. Note that marine units typically cost more, they must be resistant to saltwater, splash-resistant, etc.
rtwo2008 wrote 2- Does the unit need the map of Lebanon? If yes, is it easy to install it?
What would a map be useful for if you only want to save the location of a spot in the sea?

PS: I think my iPhone can do that... save a spot using GPS. Most Android smartphones too, I guess.
I have this gps for fishing. So you're looking for something similar. You might be able to find a smaller gps for under 100$, but probably not in Lebanon.
I don't remember what the map really looked like on that gps, but you won't really need a map of lebanon. You just need a map showing where you currently are and where your saved locations are.
The sonar feature you're looking for usually requires installing a sonar piece under the boat if I remember correctly (the sonar thing usually comes with the product).
Thanks guys, you've been very helpful.