Avalanche victim locator (AVL) comparison 2019-2020

Avalanche transceivers for all outdoor enthusiasts:

Avalanche victim locators

Ortovox Zoom+ avalanche transceiver

Pieps Dsp Sport

Arva Evo 4

Arva Evo 5

Arva Neo+

Barryvox Mammut avalanche transceiver

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Description

The Ortovox Zoom+ avalanche transceiver combines the simplest handling with the most modern technology. Simple to use, the Zoom+ focuses on intuitive operability so that as many people as possible can use it.

The Pieps DSP Sport 3-antenna avalanche transceiver is designed for the younger generation of freeriders. Its long range, single-button operation and intelligent transmitter system ensure optimum safety.

The arva Evo 4 DVA features a stylish design, with a display and victim marking function. Easy-to-use device. A complete device with 3 antennas, 60m search zone and multi-victim indication.

Maximum performance, minimum size. The Arva EVO5 is a concentrate of technologies to facilitate searching and offer a compact device. It will appeal to both occasional and regular users.

With the NEO+thanks to a new hardware base and optimization work on the software, this device is capable of pushing the search bandwidth to 70m.

It's the Barryvox® avalanche transceiver you've known for a long time: efficient with over 45 years' experience, produced and developed entirely in Switzerland, with a search bandwidth of 70m that's unique on the market.

Number of antennas

3

3

3

3

3

3

Maximum range (in meters)

40 m

50 m

60 m

60 m

70 m

70 m

Width of search strip (in metres)

45 m

40 m

50 m

70 m

70 m

Battery

1AA Alkaline 1.5 V

3 alkaline batteries (AAA), IEC-LR03, 1.5 V

3 AAA/ LR03 alkaline batteries

1 AA battery

3 AAA/LR03 alkaline batteries

battery: Alkaline / Lithium (3 x AAA 1.5 Volt)

Operating time (in hours)

250 h

200 h

250 h

250 h

250 h

300 h

Dimensions (in mm)

116 x 79 x 23

115 x 74 x 27

135 x 76 x 28

11 x 7

120 x 73 x 20

115 x 67 x 27

Weight (in grams)

200g

200 g (including batteries)

220 g

170 g

230 g

205 g

Warranty (in years)

5

2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on Pieps website

2-year warranty + 3 years if registered on ARVA website

2-year + 3-year warranty if registered on ARVA website

2-year + 3-year warranty if registered on ARVA website

2-year basic warranty + 3-year extended warranty if registered on the mammut website

avalanche transceivers for mountain professionals:

Avalanche victim locators

ortovox 3+ avalanche transceiver

Pieps Dsp Pro

Arva Axio

Barryvox S Mammut

Pieps Micro avalanche transce

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Description

With the Dva Ortovox 3+, you'll be found more easily and search for your victims more easily. It's more reliable, so you'll have more peace of mind on your freeride outings.

The Pieps DSP PRO is the world's first patented 3-antenna avalanche transceiver. It guarantees maximum efficiency and ease of use when searching for avalanche victims. The Pieps DSP Pro is easy to use, and allows you to be efficient in your search for victims.

The Axio is a top-of-the-range product. Thanks to its "Spheric search technology", the device can operate its 3 antennas simultaneously throughout the search phase.

The Barryvox S Mammut digital three-antenna, simple navigation gives you clear instructions. With a search bandwidth of 70 meters, it offers users a simple interface and intuitive operation.

The Pieps Micro DVA is the smallest and lightest DVA with 3 antennas. It's a real innovation for competitors looking for a lightweight device. Automatic changeover between transmit and search modes.

Number of antennas

3

3

3

3

3

Maximum range (in meters)

40 m

60 m

80 m

95 m

50 m

Width of search strip (in metres)

55 m

60 m

70 m

50 m

Battery

1AA Alkaline 1.5 V

3 alkaline batteries (AAA), IEC-LR03, 1.5 V

3 x AAA/LR03 alkaline batteries

Alkaline battery 3 x AAA 1.5 volt

1 alkaline battery (AA)

Operating time (in hours)

250 hrs

400 h

250 h

approx. 300 h

200 h

Dimensions (in mm)

122 x 73 x 27

115 x 74 x 27

112 x 75 x 30

115 x 67 x 27

106 x 74 x 20

Weight (in grams)

210 g

200 g (including batteries)

230 g

205 g

150 g (incl. batteries)

Warranty (in years)

5

2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on Pieps website

2-year warranty + 3 years if registered on ARVA website

2-year basic warranty + 3-year extended warranty if registered on the mammut website

2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on Pieps website