Comparison of avalanche victim detectors (DVA) 2019-2020

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DVA for all practitioners:
Avalanche victim detectors | DVA Zoom+ Ortovox | DVA Pieps DSP Sport | Arva Evo 4 | Arva Evo 5 | Arva Neo+ | DVA Barryvox Mammut |
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Description | The DVA Zoom+ Ortovox combines the simplest handling with the most modern technique. Easy to use, the zoom+ focuses on intuitive operability so that the largest number can use it. | The 3 antenna DVA Pieps DSP Sport is designed for the generation of young freeriders. The long range, the single button, and the smart transmission system offer optimal safety. | The Arva Evo 4 DVA features a design with a screen and victim marking function. Easy to use device. A complete device with 3 antennas, 60m victim search area, and multi-victim indication. | Maximum performance for a minimum size. The Arva EVO5 is a concentrate of technologies to facilitate search and offer a compact device. It will appeal to occasional users as well as regular practitioners. | 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 is the DVA Barryvox® that you have known for a long time: effective with over 45 years of experience, produced and developed entirely in Switzerland, has a search bandwidth of 70m that is 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 |
Search bandwidth (in meters) | 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 alkaline batteries/LR03 | 1 AA battery | 3 AAA alkaline batteries/LR03 | battery: Alkaline/Lithium (3 x AAA 1.5 Volt) |
Transmission autonomy (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 (batteries included) | 220 g | 170 g | 230 g | 205 g |
Warranty (in years) | 5 | 2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on the Pieps website | 2 years warranty + 3 years if registered on the ARVA website | 2 years base + 3 years warranty extension if registered on the Mammut website | 2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on the Pieps website |
DVA for mountain professionals:
Avalanche victim detectors | DVA Ortovox 3+ | DVA Pieps DSP Pro | Arva Axio | DVA Barryvox S Mammut | DVA Pieps Micro |
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Description | With the DVA Ortovox 3+ you will be found more easily and search for your victims more easily. More reliability means you will do your freeride outings more serenely. | The DVA Pieps DSP PRO is the first patented 3 antenna DVA in the world. It guarantees you maximum efficiency and ease of use in searching for avalanche victims. The Pieps DSP Pro is easy to use and allows you to be effective in your search for victims. | The Axio is a high-end product. Thanks to the "Spheric search technology" the device can operate all three 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. If you want to complete your equipment, don't forget the quality mountaineering gear or the textile equipment for mountaineering! | The DVA Pieps Micro is the smallest and lightest 3 antenna DVA. It is a true innovation for competitors looking for a lightweight device. Automatic switching between transmission mode and search mode. |
Number of antennas | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Maximum range (in meters) | 40 m | 60 m | 80 m | 95 m | 50 m |
Search bandwidth (in meters) | 55 m | 60 m | 70 m | 50 m | |
Battery | 1AA Alkaline 1.5 V | 3 alkaline batteries (AAA), IEC-LR03, 1.5 V | 3 AAA alkaline batteries/LR03 | Alkaline battery 3 x AAA 1.5 volt | 1 alkaline battery (AA) |
Transmission autonomy (in hours) | 250 hours | 400 h | 250 h | about 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 (batteries included) | 230 g | 205 g | 150 g (batteries included) |
Warranty (in years) | 5 | 2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on the Pieps website | 2 years warranty + 3 years if registered on the ARVA website | 2 years base + 3 years warranty extension if registered on the Mammut website | 2 years extendable to 5 years if registered on the Pieps website |
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