What's New in the TZtouchXL Series
Furuno has replaced its popular TZtouch3 range with the new TZtouchXL Series, and it is a genuine step up rather than a cosmetic refresh. If you are researching a chartplotter and sounder upgrade and keep seeing "TZtouchXL" come up, here is what has actually changed, which screen size suits your boat, and the one mistake we see boaties make most often when choosing between models.
Every model in the range now runs on a hexacore processor, a big jump in processing power over the outgoing TZtouch3 units. In practice that means faster chart redraws, smoother radar overlay, and a system that stays responsive even with multiple layers (chart, sounder, radar, AIS) running at once.
The range also introduces TZ MAPS with BathyVision, Furuno's most detailed electronic charting to date, giving a clearer picture of bottom structure and contour than earlier chart engines.
Display quality has improved across the board too. The 10" and 13" units now run at 1920x1200 and 1920x1080 FULL HD respectively, and the larger 16", 22" and 24" displays are all-glass, super-wide format screens built for helms where a single large display replaces multiple smaller ones.
Screen Size Guide: Which TZtouchXL Suits Your Boat
TZT10X (10") and TZT13X (13") - hybrid control units with multi-touch, a RotoKey control knob and dedicated soft keys, so you can still operate them with wet hands or in rough conditions. Both have a built-in 1kW CHIRP or CW fish finder and built-in 230kHz or 455kHz CHIRP side-scan, making them a strong all-in-one choice for trailer boats and mid-size cruisers that want chartplotter and sounder performance from a single unit.
TZT16X (16"), TZT22X (22") and TZT24X (24") - all-glass, super-wide displays aimed at larger helms and flybridge boats. These network-control units do not have a built-in sounder module, so fish finding is added via Furuno's separate high-powered sounder options, which also opens the door to deep-drop and multibeam sonar setups for serious offshore fishing.
TZTBBX - the black box variant, for boats that want to run TZtouchXL processing power through their own third-party or multi-station display.
The Most Common Mistake When Choosing a TZtouchXL
The mistake we see most often is choosing a screen size based on the helm space alone, without checking whether that model includes a built-in sounder. Stepping up from a 13" to a 16" is not just a bigger screen, it also means the fish finder becomes a separate module you need to budget and plan for. For boats that fish as much as they cruise, that is worth knowing before you commit to a size, not after.
Our Recommendation
As an authorised Furuno dealer, our advice is to start with how you use the boat, not the screen size. If sounder performance matters as much as chart and radar, the TZT10X or TZT13X hybrid units give you that in one box. If you are building out a larger helm with radar, autopilot and a dedicated high-powered sounder already in mind, the 16", 22" or 24" glass displays give you the room and network capability to do it properly. We can talk through your boat, current electronics and what you are chasing, and put together a TZtouchXL setup that actually fits rather than a generic package.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does TZtouchXL replace?
TZtouchXL replaces the TZtouch3 (TZT3) Series as Furuno's current NavNet MFD range.
Do the smaller TZtouchXL units have a sounder built in?
Yes. The TZT10X and TZT13X have a built-in 1kW CHIRP or CW fish finder and CHIRP side-scan. The 16", 22" and 24" models require a separate sounder module.
Can I run a TZtouchXL alongside my existing Furuno network?
In most cases yes, TZtouchXL is designed to integrate with the wider NavNet ecosystem including radar, autopilot and AIS. We check compatibility with your current setup before recommending a model.
Do you supply and install TZtouchXL units?
We supply Furuno TZtouchXL units and can arrange professional installation from our Port Macquarie workshop, or supply only if you have your own installer.
Thinking about a Furuno TZtouchXL upgrade?
Tell us about your boat, your current electronics, what you are chasing on the water, and any gear you are already considering, and we will help specify the right TZtouchXL setup for you.