Instruments & Compasses

Marine Compasses & Boat Gauges

Beyond the chartplotter, a boat still needs the basics done right: knowing your heading and keeping an eye on engine vitals. CritPro carries marine compasses and gauges built for real use at the helm, as part of our full boating selection for boat owners who want a helm that actually works.

What to Look for in Instruments & Compasses

A magnetic compass is not just a backup for electronics, it is the one instrument on the boat that works with no power at all. Choose a compass sized and dampened for your boat's typical ride, since a compass built for calm inland water will swing too much on a boat that pounds through chop offshore. Mount it where you can actually see it from your normal seated position at the helm, not just where it fits.

Gauges and senders need to match your engine and fuel system, not just look right on the dash. Mismatched senders are one of the more common reasons a fuel or temperature gauge reads wrong from day one. Check compatibility with your engine's make and model before buying, and look for marine-grade housings that hold up against sun and spray at the helm.

What This Category Covers

Instruments and compasses at CritPro includes magnetic compasses, analog and digital gauges, and senders and sensors for engine, fuel, and temperature monitoring. Whether you are outfitting a new helm or replacing a gauge that has stopped reading right, this category covers what keeps you informed at the helm.

Pairing Instruments & Compasses with Other Boating Equipment

Instruments and compasses work alongside the rest of your marine electronics, and boaters upgrading their helm often also look at VHF radios and antennas to round out communication at the same time. Our full boating selection covers everything else needed to outfit the helm.

Browse the full instruments and compasses selection at CritPro, or explore all boating gear to keep your helm dialed in.