Freeride Freerando: comparison of avalanche victim detectors

Freeride Freerando: comparison of avalanche victim detectors

Here is a presentation of the different avalanche victim detectors (AVDs) for freeriding including the brands Pieps, Ortvox, Arva and Mammut.

The Ortovox Zoom+ D VA combinesthe simplest handlingwith the most modern technology. Simple to use it has only 2 buttons, the Zoom+ focuses on intuitive operability so that as many people as possible can use it . The on/off switch and the switch that switches from transmit to receive mode both give precise and clear information.

The 3 antenna DVA Pieps DSP Sport is designed for the younger generation of freeriders. The long range, the single button and the intelligent transmission system offer optimum safety and support in all situations.

The arva Evo 4 DVA presents its new design, with a new screen and victim marking function. The device is even easier to use. Arva makes it easier for you to search for avalanche victims. A complete device with 3 antennas, 60m of victim search area and multi-victim indication.

The DVA NEO 2 from Arva, simple and powerful. The interface and ergonomics are very functional and practical to use, it is also the first device to display 60 m of search width.

This is the DVA Barryvox® DVA that you have known for a long time: efficient with more than 45 years of experience, produced and developed entirely in Switzerland, something you can rely on. The new generation Barryvox® adds major improvements in usability and performance . Notably the search bandwidth of 70m which is unique on the market.

Comparison table of avalanche victim detectors for Freeride :

Avalanche Victim Detectors

DVA Zoom+ Ortovox

DVA Pieps Dsp Sport

Arva Evo 4

Arva Neo 2

DVA Barryvox Mammut

Number of antennas

3

3

3

3

3

Maximum range (in metres)

40 m

50 m

60 m (20 in case of bad conditions)

70 m

70 m

Search band width (in meters)

45 m

40 m

60 m

70 m

Battery

1AA Alkaline 1.5 V

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

3 AAA/ LR03 alkaline batteries

3 x AAA/LR03 alkaline batteries

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

Emission autonomy (in hours)

250 h

200 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

120 x 73 x 20

115 x 67 x 27

Weight (in grams)

200g

200 g (including batteries)

220 g

230 g

205 g

Warranty (in years)

5

2 years extendable to 5 years if registration on the Pieps website

2 years guarantee + 3 years if registered on the ARVA site

2 years guarantee + 3 years if registered on the ARVA site

2 years basic + 3 years guaranteed extension if registered on the mammut website



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