Garmin eTrex SE vs Silva Starter 1-2-3 Compass
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
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...
Full details →Ultra-lightweight navigation compass perfect for backup or ultralight hiking. Compact baseplate design.
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Garmin eTrex SE vs Silva Starter 1-2-3 Compass: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Silva Starter 1-2-3 Compass wins — at 26 g it is 131 g (83%) 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.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest navigation page, or browse the full gear weight database.