Raymarin Vs Simrad VHF Radio

[zamibc]

Hi all Sailors

I am considering installing a Raymarine 240e VHF system or Simrad 87
+ portable VHF

Any experience with both manufacturers?

Since I am looking for 3 stations (Cockpit, Nav station, & Skipper cabin on
a Jeanneau SO54 ) only Simrad offers the option of 3 station with intercom
connection Via handset.

Raymarine offers 2 station on the E240 + E54 as independent station at
Skipper cabin (with separate VHF antenna and electrical connection) with a
rational that a separate VHF DSC units offers more security in the event of
main unit (240) malfunction, so that I will full access in 3 location Via 2
separate system.

Any comments?

Your input is highly appreciated

Thanks

Zami Ben-Chorin


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With mult. stations I would also look at ICOM - a bit more $ but worth it IMO.