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Garmin eTrex SE vs Silva Expedition 54

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Silva Expedition 54 is the lighter option — 87 g lighter than the Garmin eTrex SE (55% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Garmin eTrex SE Silva Expedition 54
Weight 157 g · 0.157 kg · 0.35 lb 70 g · 0.070 kg · 0.15 lb
Brand Garmin Silva
Category Navigation Navigation
Garmin eTrex SE
157 g

Rugged entry-level handheld GPS with up to 168-hour battery life in standard mode. Sunlight-readable display with reliable satellite reception for trail navigat...

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Silva Expedition 54
70 g

Premium compass with global needle and sighting mirror.

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Garmin eTrex SE vs Silva Expedition 54: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Silva Expedition 54 wins — at 70 g it is 87 g (55%) lighter than the Garmin eTrex SE (157 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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