Lowrance SplitShot Skimmer Transducer for HOOK2 Fish Finders - Dual

Our review of the Lowrance SplitShot Skimmer Transducer finds it best suited to anglers who want clearer, wider sonar coverage without replacing their whole fish finder. The transducer delivers both DownScan and CHIRP sonar views in a single unit and includes a built-in temperature sensor, so the single biggest reason to buy is its ability to provide two complementary sonar perspectives and broader coverage from one compact mount. Setup choices are flexible, making it a practical replacement or upgrade for many HOOK2 owners.

Key Features

• Compatibility: Fits Lowrance HOOK2 5, 7, 9 and 12 in fish finder models so users can upgrade without changing their display unit.
• Dual sonar views: Provides DownScan for straight-down structure detail and CHIRP for clear fish arches, giving two useful perspectives on the same spot.
• Wider coverage: A wider sonar cone delivers roughly double the sweep area of traditional narrow transducers, reducing time spent scanning.
• Flexible mounting: Can be mounted on the transom, inside the hull, on a trolling motor or through a scupper hole to suit different boat setups.
• Temperature sensor: Built-in temperature sensing gives immediate water temp data without adding external probes.

Who It's For

The SplitShot is aimed at recreational and serious anglers who already own a Lowrance HOOK2 display and want a compact transducer that improves both structure imaging and target separation. It is especially useful for boaters who value a simple install and need wider cone coverage for covering more water quickly.

Those seeking an all-in-one networked sonar system or a transducer for non-HOOK2 electronics should look elsewhere; compatibility is specifically targeted at HOOK2 5, 7, 9 and 12 in models and the unit is intended as a direct fit or replacement for those displays.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Combines DownScan and CHIRP sonar in one compact housing for versatile views.
• Wider cone covers more water, making fish-finding faster across a sweep.
• Easy setup options allow mounting on transom, hull, trolling motor or through scupper holes.
• Built-in temperature sensor removes need for separate thermistor wiring.

Cons

• Fit is reported as mixed by some customers, so installers should verify physical match to their hull and HOOK2 model before final mounting.
• Designed specifically for HOOK2 displays, so it is not a universal transducer for other brands or older Lowrance models.

Specifications

Brand	Lowrance
Compatible displays	HOOK2 5, 7, 9 and 12 in models
Sonar types	DownScan and CHIRP sonar
Coverage	Wider sonar cone for approximately double coverage vs traditional units
Mounting options	Transom, inside hull, trolling motor, through scupper hole
Extras	Built-in temperature sensor

Our Verdict

The Lowrance SplitShot Skimmer Transducer is a practical, cost-effective upgrade for HOOK2 owners who want both DownScan and CHIRP views plus broader coverage from one transducer. It offers flexible mounting and a built-in temperature sensor, making it good value for anglers replacing a broken unit or upgrading for better target separation. Verify fit for your specific HOOK2 hull arrangement, but for compatible boats this is a solid, functional choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work with my HOOK2 display?
Yes, it is designed to fit HOOK2 5, 7, 9 and 12 in models, but check physical fit to your boat before final installation.

What sonar views does it provide?
The SplitShot provides both DownScan for straight-down structure detail and CHIRP sonar for clear fish arches.

Can it measure water temperature?
Yes, the transducer includes a built-in temperature sensor so no separate probe is required.