I have the Garmen 76CS which is the color version. Love it. I believe the marine chart software is another $100 or so. You dont necesarily need it (the marine software)if you are just buzzing around close to shore. The maps it comes with are adaquete if somewhat rough. Can plot fishing spots and dive locations on my home PC with the included software and transfer them to the handheld GPS. Shop around E-Bay and you may find the software cheaper. You can also upgrade to topo maps too.
Dont know about other handhelds. The one I have was a gift but I am very happy with it.
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