This is a review of the CatchX Mini GPS bait boat by Rippton. Rippton has developed an impressive CatchX series bait boats with cutting-edge smart features.
Rippton has consistently led the way in advancing new technology for carp fishing. The company offers a wide range of products such as BiteKeeper bite alarms and CatchX Pro bait boats that sync with your smartphone.
First, let’s take a look at some basic specifications of the CatchX Mini GPS bait boat. You can also find below the official promotional video from Rippton.
Specifications:
- One-handed Remote (can set and save two task spots)
- APP & GPS： Yes
- Range: 250m by APP, 400m by Remote
- Carbon Fiber Pattern
- Payload: 1.5kg
- Runtime: 2H
- Price：£749
We also find some impressive features in this bait boat.
One-handed Remote Control
Like the other bait boat in the Rippton CatchX series, CatchX Mini GPS also has a one-handed remote control, allowing anglers to operate the bait boat with ease. The remote can set and save two task spots plus one home point, and perform tasks including auto-return to the home spot, navigating to the task, and dropping the bait.
Rippton Boat APP
The CatchX Mini GPS bait boat can also be controlled by the Rippton Boat App. The intuitive mobile app features a sleek user interface design. Instead of using a little dot for the bait boat, you can see a boat icon on your App interface and even the status of the hopper is shown. Anglers can easily navigate through the app to access various functions and settings, enhancing the user experience.
Dual Connectivity Options
The CatchX Mini GPS offers dual connectivity options with your mobile device: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. With this feature, anglers can connect the app to the bait boat and another sonar device simultaneously, or use the bait boat without losing accessibility to the mobile data.
Autopilot & Failsafe
With GPS positioning accuracy up to 1.5 meters, the CatchX Mini ensures precise navigation on the water. The autopilot feature coupled with a fail-safe mechanism adds an extra layer of safety and convenience. It allows anglers to focus on their fishing without worrying about boat control. The bait boat will return to the home spot if it loses signal or runs out of battery, which gives you peace of mind.
Fish Finder Connection
CatchX Mini GPS doesn’t come with a fish finder, nor is it fully integrated with the Rippton Hydrobat fish finder like CatchX Pro. However, it is equipped with a port for connecting sonar such as Rippton Hydrobat sonar or Deeper sonar. And the spot marking function, you can mark the spot either by tapping a flag icon on the app or pressing the button on the back of the remote if your sonar detects a fish or saving the spot directly as a task spot for dropping your bait.
Score – 4.5/5
Overall, we think the CatchX Mini GPS bait boat is an amazing bait boat with its compact size, APP features, easy-to-use remote, and other advanced features. This bait boat would be an ideal choice for any angler looking for a new bait boat on the market.
