Our dogs are TOUGH ON GEAR. We want to know how the electronics perform for hours and hours. We don't take the manufacturer's word for it.
We're out in the blazing sun, running deep through the mud, and running dogs in the freezing cold and rain -- in the hardest possible conditions! We test gear all season long. Only when a product has passed all our tests, ONLY THEN do we add it to our catalog.
Our most popular gear gets a BEST-SELLER badge. Our customers are tough on gear, too. And opinionated. Read customers' ratings and reviews. Even read the BAD ones to know why it might not be for everyone.
Now the BEST OF THE BEST -- items I would personally use, get a STEVE'S PICK. And Vendors have asked, but those aren't "for sale." Make a better collar, we'll see what happens.
And if you still have questions, or need more information, holler at Paul, Drew, or Steve at the office -- Call 1-800-624-6378 weekdays during normal business hours.
And remember our 100% RISK-FREE, E-COLLAR GUARANTEE: Buy it, try it, test it in the field for 30 days. If you don't love it, send it back for a full refund, or exchange for a different system.
You already know how seriously we take gear testing. Thank you for continuing to trust us with your dog training needs. Means a lot.
Our dogs are TOUGH ON GEAR. We want to know how the electronics perform for hours and hours. We don't take the manufacturer's word for it.
We're out in the blazing sun, running deep through the mud, and running dogs in the freezing cold and rain -- in the hardest possible conditions! We test gear all season long. Only when a product has passed all our tests, ONLY THEN do we add it to our catalog.
Our most popular gear gets a BEST-SELLER badge. Our customers are tough on gear, too. And opinionated. Read customers' ratings and reviews. Even read the BAD ones to know why it might not be for everyone.
Now the BEST OF THE BEST -- items I would personally use, get a STEVE'S PICK. And Vendors have asked, but those aren't "for sale." Make a better collar, and we'll see what happens.
And if you still have questions, or need more information, holler at Paul, Drew, or Steve at the office -- Call 1-800-624-6378 weekdays during normal business hours.
And remember our 100% RISK-FREE, E-COLLAR GUARANTEE: Buy it, try it, test it in the field for 30 days. If you don't love it, send it back for a full refund, or exchange for a different system.
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What's New in the Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo
Alpha 300 Handheld:
Improved Screen -- see more map detail with brighter colors
Better Handheld Battery -- 3X the battery life of the Alpha 200 series
Better Charging -- uses more durable USB-C cable instead of micro-USB
Outdoor Maps+ Compatible -- use with Garmin's map subscription service
Improved Menu Interface -- easier to use than older models
Channel View -- see what open collar channels are available in your area
TT25 Tracking and Training Collar:
Dynamic Tracking -- auto-adjusts update rate based on dog activity, extending collar battery life to approx. 68 hours
Multi-Colored LED Running Lights -- identify your dogs in the dark with 7 different colors to choose from
Field-Replaceable Flex Band -- if the connector between the collar and GPS antenna gets damaged you can now replace it yourself
Multi-Colored Collar Status Indicator -- know at a glance the status of your TT25 collars
One Size Fits Most -- slightly larger than the TT15 MINI, the TT25 can be comfortably worn by small and large dogs alike
Automatic Software Updates -- handheld and collars auto-update to the latest software when charging and connected to WiFi
Hunt More Productively, Efficiently, and Safely:
Track and train your dog with just one handheld on just one screen
One less system to keep charged and carry around
One less collar to weigh your dog down
Quick-charge batteries with a long run time mean more hunting, more training, and less charging
Track your friends' Alpha handhelds in the field
Top-mounted, high-sensitivity GPS / Galileo receiver for increased signal reception
Rescue Mode preserves battery life so you can find lost dogs
Emergency Alert lets you send your dog's last known location and an alert message to other Alpha users in the area
Know Where Your Dog Is, Where He's Heading, and What He's Doing:
Track up to 20 dogs or other Alpha handhelds
The Compass Screen shows your dogs' direction, distance, and speed
The Map Screen lets you see your dogs' trails on the TOPO map
See if your dog is approaching a highway or property line
See if your dog is out of gun range
See if your dog is running too big BEFORE he gets too far out
Up to 2.5-second dog status update rate
Know when your dog is on point or has treed with Pointing and Treeing Alerts
Preloaded TopoActive map features not just major highways and waterways but smaller roads, creeks, and streams
Includes downloadable satellite imagery with no annual subscription required
Compatible with Garmin's Outdoor Maps+ subscription service for additional map options
Training with the Alpha 300:
Customizable buttons plus touchscreen controls for maximum versatility
Create your own configuration with specific stimulation types and settings for each dog
Access your custom settings immediately -- easier and faster than setting manual controls
Use to train the most stubborn to the most sensitive dogs
Reinforce known commands and stop problem behaviors / break trash
18 levels of continuous and momentary STIM
Non-stimulating vibration and tone functions
Expandable to 20 dogs with additional collars
Not available to Canadian addresses. This product is approved for use in the US only. Collar-to-handheld radio communication may be disabled in Europe and other prohibited areas.
Improved 3.5" (diagonal) sunlight-readable touchscreen shows more map detail with brighter colors
3X the battery life of the Alpha 200 handheld -- 50+ hours runtime
USB-C port for charging and data transfer via PC or Mac
Sleek, streamlined design
Fully rubberized outer coating with an over-molding
Touchscreen works even when wearing gloves
Meets tough IPX7 waterproof standards
Quad helix GPS / Galileo antenna for improved signal reception
Removable VHF antenna
Barometric altimeter
3-axis compass
16 GB internal memory
WiFi connectivity allows for software auto-updates, satellite imagery downloads, and more
Micro SD card slot (max. 32 GB class 10 or less) for preprogrammed MapSource mapping detail such as HuntView, US TOPO, Inland Lakes, BlueChart, and City Navigator, or add more memory by installing a blank MicroSD Card
Garmin "backbone" accessory mount plus lanyard attachment point
Power Button Control Screen includes button lock feature
Backward compatible so it will work with your existing collars and other Alpha compatible devices
Transfer location data between compatible Garmin devices
Alpha Handheld Specifications:
Dimensions: 2.7" x 6.4" x 1.3" with antenna
Weight: 9.9 oz.
Dog Tracking Features
Updated, easier-to-use menu interface
Channel View lets you see what collar channels are currently available in your area to minimize interference with other users
Compatible with Garmin's Outdoor Maps+ subscription service
Preloaded TopoActive maps
Directly download satellite imagery to your handheld
Map Screen Options let you show or hide Dog Status, Distance, Names, and Offscreen Dogs
Zoom to Map Dogs: automatically see all dogs on your map screen no matter how far they are from you
Dog Trails: choose from Complete History, Partial History, or No Trail History
Dog Set Up Menu with universal dog settings including Update Rates and Dog Types
Dog Alerts: choose tone-only, vibration-only, or tone and vibration
Hunt Metrics: shows each dog's hunting patterns and behaviors so you can keep them healthy and safe
Share your dog info with other Alpha handheld units
Save up to 1,000 waypoints, 50 routes, and 10,000 track points
Compatible with the Garmin Explore app and website for managing tracks, routes, and waypoints, as well as reviewing statistics from the field
GeoFence and Radius alerts
Area calculation feature
Emergency Alert lets you send your dog's last known location and an alert message to other Alpha users in the area
Preset alert messages include:
Help
Are you OK?
I'm coming
Stay there
OK
Yes
No
Come here
Lost dog
Injured dog
Ending hunt
Go on without me
Headed your way
Caution: others nearby
Game spotted
Slow down
Speed up
Nice shot
Remote Training Collar Features
Customizable settings let you create your own personal configuration with ideal stimulation types and settings for each dog
3 front + 3 side buttons and touchscreen controls
Train and track up to 20 dogs from one screen
Adjust stimulation levels from any screen
18 levels of continuous STIM
18 levels of momentary STIM
Non-stimulating vibration and tone options
Choose from two stimulation configurations:
Traditional STIM -- 6 levels with each level having a low, medium, and high for a total of 18 levels, replicating the "classic" Tri-Tronics stimulation setup
Linear STIM -- 18 levels that exactly match the low, medium, and high levels used in Garmin / Tri-tronics PRO series collars for those who prefer a slightly faster way to raise and lower levels
Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo Collar
Dynamic Tracking auto-adjusts the collar update rate based on your dog's activity (less movement=lower update rate) to extend the battery life to approx. 68 hours on a single charge
Multi-colored remotely activated LED light beacons let you easily ID your dogs in low light conditions with 7 color options: white, yellow, magenta, cyan, green, red, and blue
User-replaceable flex band reduces downtime if your collar gets damaged
Multi-colored collar status indicator
Blue: pairing mode
Yellow: acquiring GPS signal
Green: GPS signal established
Red: low battery
WiFi connectivity allows collar software to auto-update while charging
"One-size-fits-most" collar design can be comfortably worn by both small and large dogs
Remotely activated Sleep Mode further extends battery life (only with Alpha handhelds)
Waterproof (1 ATM -- 10 meters)
Top-mounted, high-sensitivity GPS / Galileo receiver gives better signal reception than GPS alone
18 levels of both continuous and momentary stimulation
Non-stimulating vibration function
Non-stimulating tone function
User-replaceable 1" collar strap fits neck sizes between 11.5" and 22"
Braided steel collar antenna takes all the abuse a hunting dog can give it
USB-C port on collar for manual software updates via Garmin Express and exporting additional GPS dog data
TT25 Collar Specifications:
Dimensions: 1.4" H x 3.2" W x 1.8" D
Weight: 8.8 oz. with collar strap and antenna
Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo Comes With
Alpha 300 handheld with TopoActive Map
Downloadable satellite imagery
TT 25 GPS dog device
User-replaceable Li-ion rechargeable batteries in collar and handheld
Belt clip
AC adapter
USB-C cable
Collar charging clip
Short and long contact point sets with wrench
5" handheld antenna
RF antenna cap
Braided-steel collar antenna
Owner's manual
1-year Garmin warranty
Up to 20 user-replaceable 1" collar straps (depending on number of collars purchased)
Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue, Green, Yellow, White, Silver, Pink, & Violet
14
Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green, Yellow, White, Silver, Pink, & Violet
15
Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green (x2), Yellow, White, Silver, Pink, & Violet
16
Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green (x2), Yellow (x2), White, Silver, Pink, & Violet
17
Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green (x2), Yellow (x2), White (x2), Silver, Pink, & Violet
18
Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green (x2), Yellow (x2), White (x2), Silver (x2), Pink, & Violet
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Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green (x2), Yellow (x2), White (x2), Silver (x2), Pink (x2), & Violet
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Orange (x2), Black (x2), Red (x2), Blue (x2), Green (x2), Yellow (x2), White (x2), Silver (x2), Pink (x2), & Violet (x2)
Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo Features
Download Detailed GPS Dog Trail Info
Map the area you and your dog covered during the day's hunt on your computer using the Waypoints and Tracks and Dog Tracks features on the Alpha Handheld. Download your hunt using either MapSource or Motionbased.com and see your hunt on a TOPO map or Google Earth.
Avoid Getting Lost with Hunter-Friendly Icons
Mark and label your vehicle, UTVs, blinds, hunting lodge, food plots, and other outdoor features with waypoint icons specially designed for hunting.
Keep Up with Birds Using the Covey Counter
Mark the exact location of your coveys on the map with this special waypoint feature and record the time of day, elevation, number of birds in the covey, and number of birds taken.
Additional Uses
Although the Garmin Alpha was originally designed for hunting dogs, many of our non-hunting customers have found that the Alpha is perfect for spending time outdoors with their dogs and allowing them to run off-leash. Whether hiking, camping, biking, or horseback riding, the Garmin Alpha gives your dogs more freedom while letting you keep a close eye on them and find them if they get lost. Since the Garmin Alpha is also a full-featured GPS, it will help keep you from getting lost as well!
Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo Batteries
Li-ion batteries in both handheld and collar
Less than 6-hour charge time
Handheld and collar batteries both user-replaceable
Snap-on charging clip for no exposed charging jacks
Handheld Battery Runtime: ~55 hours
Collar Battery Runtimes:
~68 hours with Dynamic Tracking
~25-84 hours with fixed update rates (depending on update interval)
Stimulation from the Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo
18 levels of continuous STIM
18 levels of momentary STIM
Non-stimulating vibration and tone options
Choose from two stimulation configurations:
Traditional STIM -- 6 levels with each level having a low, medium, and high for a total of 18 levels, replicating the "classic" Tri-Tronics stimulation setup
Linear STIM -- 18 levels that exactly match the low, medium, and high levels used in Garmin / Tri-tronics PRO series collars for those who prefer a slightly faster way to raise and lower levels
Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo Range
The Garmin Alpha handheld and collar have a "line of sight" range of up to 9 miles.
The Alpha handheld and dog GPS collar communicate using a VHF radio signal. To get the maximum range out of the system there needs to be nothing obstructing this signal.
Realistically, this won't happen in most places we spend time with our dogs, so the actual usable range will be MUCH less than 9 miles depending on hunting/training conditions, weather, terrain, presence of cover, etc.
Garmin Alpha GPS Maps
Includes free Garmin TopoActive map and downloadable satellite imagery with no annual subscription required
Supports optional map data including Garmin's Outdoor Maps+ subscription service, TOPO U.S. 24K, autorouting with City Navigator, and Garmin Custom Maps
The new Garmin Alpha 300 and Alpha 300i handhelds are the exact same unit except the 300i has inReach capability.
These new GPS dog-tracking handhelds are very similar in look and feel to the Alpha 200 models. It's the same case, size, and setup, but the 300 and 300i have new features to make them more user-friendly than the 200.
The Alpha 300 series have a better battery life, a better screen, and a better charging system.
The 300 series also has the ability to use WiFi to update both the handheld and collars, and the new menu interface is easier to use.
The Alpha 300 and 300i can track and train up to 20 dogs. The fastest fixed update rate is 2.5 seconds, but when using the new dynamic tracking, it'll automatically adjust the update rate based on your dog's activity. Less movement = longer update rate.
The Alpha 300 and 300i offer multiple map options including TOPO maps, downloadable satellite imagery, HuntView pre-programmed micro-SD cards, and Garmin Outdoor Maps+ (available by subscription).
They have 18 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation plus non-stimulating vibration and tone options. You can create custom setups for each dog, letting you set different stimulation levels based on each of your dog's needs.
New Features on the Alpha 300:
50-55 hours of run time on one full charge
USB-C charging port
Update handheld and collars using WiFi
Improved menu interface
Clearer, more detailed screen
Compatible with Garmin Outdoor Maps+ subscription service, which includes HuntView maps
Channel View allows you to see what collars are being used and what channel they're on
As far as collars go, we have two new tracking collars: the T20 and TT25. The T20 is a tracking-only collar, and the TT25 is a tracking and training collar.
New TT25 and T20 Collar Features:
Dynamic Tracking -- stretches battery life, giving up to 68 hours per charge
Multi-colored running lights with 7 color options
Replaceable flex band
Status indicator light changes to one of 4 colors depending on collar status
An orange-topped GPS antenna identifies the T20 collar as tracking only.
These collars are one size fits most -- it's not too big for your small dog, and not too small for your big dog.
The collars can now be updated using WiFi. When you plug them in to charge, they'll automatically check for updates and install them as needed using your WiFi network.
I haven't upgraded my collars for at least 12 years, so when it was decided to upgrade to the 300I had everything I needed. The battery longevity is outstanding, lasts several days without recharging. The In Reach feature makes all the difference in the world, I'm able to hunt alone without the fear of losing cell service. The location of my dogs and stimulation with the simple user friendly handheld is spectacular. I sure wish I would of bought it sooner.
Pros
Battery Life
User friendly handheld
Size of Collar
Tone, vibrate, light, stimulation, location all in one spot
Handheld durable, screen is bright
Customizable
Cons
Price
antenna too long
By Randal
Shreveport, La
Highly Suggest
July 17, 2024
I use the 300 with my two GSPs. Works perfectly so far for training and tracking. Durable, nice weight when hooked to you, great battery life, quick connect time with satellites and TT25 collars. Would buy again if ever needed another and have suggested to others that have now changed over to the Garman 300.
Pros
Quick access time. Great battery life. Well made.
Cons
None.
By Chris
Central California
Great system but be aware….
July 23, 2023
I have lost dogs for many days (without usage of a gps collar) and am very aware and appreciative of the longer battery life of this new collar to allow for long search times if needed. This system has a mode called 'sleep mode' that allows you to put the collar to 'sleep' and consume far less battery power. It is meant to be used when you are not actively tracking your dog. When you want to begin tracking your dog again you enter the 'awake mode'. The issue that I confirmed with GARMIN helpline is that you must be in RF antenna sight line to wake the collar up. It is not commanded to wake via GPS. If you hunt in hilly country as I do it is likely that the dog will be out of RF range and therefore the collar will be stuck in sleep mode and useless to track your dog. The GARMIN product manual does not make it clear whether this mode is commanded via RF or GPS antenna. If it were via GPS then there would be very little limitation putting the collar into awake mode. As it stands I will not be using 'sleep/wake' mode. I want others to know this limitation as well.
Pros
This system is working very well
Cons
Sleep/Wake mode limitations as described in my comments
By Greg
Jacksonville
Just what I expected!
January 18, 2026
Great product, easy set-up and use.
By Patty K.
Goodyear, AZ
Peace of Mind!
January 12, 2026
At last, I can track my dogs without losing sight of them. I paired by 300i with the TT25 collars. I no longer lose GPS, feedback to the dogs is reliable, the maps are awesome and I couldn't be happier! Strongly recommend, especially with multiple dogs in large areas while they are running or hunting off leash. Incredible!
Pros
Reliability
Trackability
Long battery life
Multiple map options - some free, some with membership
Videos are VERY helpful for set up and understanding the apps and what they do
Cons
Pricey - but still worth it!
By Kent
Montana
Good gear from a great seller
December 23, 2025
Painless and fair trade in process.
Pros
Gun Dog Supply.
Battery life, belated usb-c
Cons
Garmin software, firmware, update process.
By Anthony
Idaho
Finally Keeping Track
December 19, 2025
I used to use a beeper collar and it was good but honestly couldn't hear it when my dog was too far away. I love how I can finally see where my GSP is at all times in particular in deep cover. Love the quality and function of the Garmin. Gun Dog Supply always has what I need to keep my dog going strong in the field .
Pros
Works exactly as advertised. Lots of functionality even if ur running multiple dogs
Cons
Little pricey, but quality isn
By JL
Central VA
The best out there, but still not good
December 18, 2025
This collar and hand held combo is hands down the best on the market, thus 3 stars, but dang is it still exasperating to use.The handheld has a user interface that resembles a Garmin handheld GPS from the early 2000s. It's simply awful. Not intuitive, it was clearly designed by engineers and not field tested by anyone. It is not easy to set up even basic functions. It is clear Garmin took their InReach/Montana system and reverse-engineered a quasi-dog training system into it, rather than starting with a dog trainer in mind to design the thing. If you're buying this to be an alternate communication pathway while you're hiking the AT or in the High Sierras, you'll be pleased; you can also track some dogs sometimes. Woohoo! If you're buying to train dogs, you'll be frustrated.The phone app has a great deal of promise, but you can't do anything from the app (set up geofence, send corrections to the dog, etc.) and most insanely, the handheld can only link to one phone at a time. This entire system would be significantly helped by moving to the phone app as the primary interface, and leaving the handheld for minimal/occasional use as the repeater.
Pros
--Wildly reliable
--Accurate location information
--solid construction, collars, etc.
--outstanding battery life, both handheld and collars
--Map display and manipulating track data in the phone app is one of the lone highlights of the user interface.
--Refresh rate is fantastic (to the handheld...NOT the phone app)
Cons
--User interface on handheld is beyond awful. Clunky, outdated, designed by engineers and not user-tested. It feels like awful military GPS technology that has taken 20 years to get through procurement channels and is already outdated when received by the operating forces (yep, that's some scar tissue).
--Handheld can only link to one phone, so only one member of a household can track the dogs without the handheld.
--Whip antennas are awkward and prone to chewing from other dogs; they are, however, how the system is able to refresh so quickly and accurately.
--Phone app display does not display as accurately or update as quickly as the handheld, so can provide a false sense of where the animals are.
--Establishing alerts, geofences, etc., can apparently only be done on the handheld, and map data and selecting maps are not good or easy on the handheld.
--Updating software/firmware is an exercise in frustration. Not at all intuitive, and screen selections don't work sometimes, etc. Poorly conceived, poorly implemented. Gross.
By pete b.
mount Sinai, New York
great functional product
December 13, 2025
Everything you need plus some. Works great
By Pete
Louisiana
Great Upgrade
December 10, 2025
I Upgraded from Alpha 100. Much better screen, plenty of new features.Very happy with purchase, and Gun Dogs Supply's service.
By Bob
Northwest NJ
Great tracking device
November 20, 2025
Clear screen with great detail. Easy to use and comfortable to carry
By Greg
Washington
Maybe next season
November 15, 2025
Hunted multiple dogs on Alpha 100 for ten years- great product - easy to use and reliable- thought 300 would be a nice upgrade- big mistake- anything but easy to use and as noted by other purchasers who reported searching the internet for videos to figure out how to use this monstrosity Garmin's manual is wholly inadequate- the bigger brighter screen is nice and I suppose some folks relish the challenge of mastering this monster but I'd rather just hunt so I continue to use the 100 while I figure out the 300
Pros
See above
Cons
See above
By Craig S.
Mulhall , Ok.
The Best
November 6, 2025
These Garmin dog trackers and training collars are the best made.I have had several other brands that are cheaper and never ever worked as well as these Garmin products.. I absolutely thankful I found thebcollars and found them on gundog supply. The best products, with the best price... Thank yall for all the videos and training helps you guys provide..
By John
WI
Skeptic to Believer
November 6, 2025
I enjoy upland hunting as a way to escape technology (I work at a computer all day) and was hesitant to upgrade to the Garmin ALPHA 300i as I didn't want to spend my time outdoors looking at a screen all the time.After several hunts with it, I'm glad I bought this product. It's smart and easy to use and I can choose how much I want to engage with the data and don't let it interfere with enjoing my dog and the hunt.
Pros
The biggest pro for me is I know where my do is at all time when hunting switch grass and set aside acres. He's never far away but I feel it makes us a better hunting duo.
I'm personally not a fan of beeper collars, and love that the Garmin beeps on my controller when my dog goes on point and not beeping on him.
I can choose how much to engage with the tech and data.
Bravo Garmin and thank you Gun Dog Supply for all the videos you created that convinced me to buy.
Cons
I feel like I'm only using 1/8 of what this device is capable of. I will learn more and use more of the features as we go.
By Frain
Iowa
Alpha 300i
November 5, 2025
Well built.
Cons
To be honest, it’s a little hard to operate.
By Cornell D.
Kalamazoo, MI
Poor documentation for new user
October 24, 2025
I think the collar will work well for tracking, but the set up instructions are not clear. Biggest problem was linking the system to my wifi. To access wifi, must enter password. My wifi password included the special character "^". Garmin's limited character set doesn't include ^. To use the wifi feature, I had to change my router password. Big mistake! Then I had to change the password settings on my phone, computers and garage door opener. Took hours.
Pros
Compact
clear screen
Cons
Not sure how touch screen will work in 10 below temps while wearing gloves.
Wifi connection limited by lack of special characters in character set. If your router password has a missing special character, you're screwed.
By Kevin L.
Grenada Ca
a new tool
October 13, 2025
I bought this collar to use on my English Springer Spaniel to keep track her in heavy cover. That way I can see her distance from me before she flushes a rooster that's out range. Enjoy the many features of this unit, the tracking of the hunt, the map features & where I parked the truck showing directions & distance.
By Hank B.
California, unfortunately
Great product
September 22, 2025
Have had for 2 months used tracking and training well little hard to learn how much this thing has to offer but practice makes perfect
By Tim
Wausau, WI
Molly likes it.
September 19, 2025
Straight forward to set up and use. Had it running in no time.
Pros
Use is intuitive. Easy to see graphics. Quick to ascertain bearing and direction of dog.
Cons
Little puzzled as to what to do with all the extra strap. Molly initially didn't like the antenna sticking out in front of her. Later figured out how to wrap it around better with the collar clips.
Not a con but a suggestion: The hand-held unit is a bit large. Would like a "band" or sleeve to attach around forearm to hold in place and so its quick and easy to access/view without having to dig around in pockets. Kinda like quarterbacks have for viewing their plays.
By Heath
Madisonville Texas
Alpha300I
August 5, 2025
Great new system
Pros
System is good a lot you can do with it
Cons
The T 25 collars don
By Scotty P.
Dyersburg, Tn.
Alpha 300 handheld by garmin
May 13, 2025
Love it so far,be better when have a better understanding of it.
Pros
Accurate
Cons
Can be a bit complicated at first
By David H.
Fontana, Wisconsin
Garmin alpha 300
April 10, 2025
This new Alpha 300 is an excellent upgrade. Easy to set up and use, even programmable to his old collar. Versatile tuff and waterproof collar with great range.
Pros
Programmable to other garmin collars
Cons
None to think of
By Brittman
Midwest
Great GPS tool..!
February 3, 2025
I finally got a bird dog that is constantly moving. To keep track of him in thick cover, I had to resort to a Garmin Alpha 300i and a TT25 combo to use on him.I'm still learning the system, but I think it will do the job for me?Thanks, Steve and team!
Pros
None so far.
Cons
None so far.
By Scott G.
NC
Great unit
January 11, 2025
I've owned all three versions of the Alpha trainer tracker. I'm usually hunting alone and often in new areas. For me, the biggest improvement in the 300i is the screen both in clarity and the ability to use it while wearing gloves. The handheld battery life is much greater than the 200i. The USB charging port is much more robust than the older style. The unit connects faster and updates faster to my Garmin Fenix watch.
By Noreen
Churubusco, IN
Great Product
December 26, 2024
Well worth the investment. This product is easy to use and has so much more available that we may never use ( just like our phones). Our dog is a runner and the peace of mind that comes with having this is priceless.Easy access buttons. Collar fit well. I can see why hunters want this for their dogs.
Pros
Easy to use
Easy access to buttons
Reliable
Cons
None
By Paul R.
North Canton, OH
Alpha 300 is a huge jump in technology and performance over Alpha 100!
October 28, 2024
My Alpha 100 two collar system was beginning to suffer from wear after 11 years so rather than refurbishing at the Collar Clinic I decided to upgrade t the Alpha 300. Wow, enormous increase in battery life, enormous in creast in range. I could never get a satellit connection from my Florida Romm with the Alpha 100 but can with the 300. Which means I don't have to go outside to handle my dog in rain, sleet, and snow. The unit can become too hot to charge if left on a table in the sun, so keep it in a covered area of your hunting jacket even when storing. Still working with the location indicator, which seems a bit off, but that's more of my learning how to set it up. Pheasand season begins in Ohio next week so we'll see how it handles in different elevations and terraine.
Pros
Seeks and connects with Satellite from indoors, Range, battery life.
Cons
Gets too hot to charge if left in the sun.
By Eric
Vermont
Must have for upland hunting
October 6, 2024
This is a must have for pheasant hunting in tall cover. Always know where your dog is and what they are doing. Easy to use.
Pros
Ease of use
Long battery life
Alerts on when your dog is on point
Bright easy to read screen
The ability to turn lights on or off on the collar at distance
By Carl
Wilton, NH
Nice generational upgrade to training and tracking
September 6, 2024
Bought the 300i as the successor to my 200i.
Pros
Battery life is greater than previous generations, as is the display. Uses the same rechargeable battery as the 200i, which means I can continue to use the spare battery I bought last year.
Collar has some really nice upgrades in terms of serviceability and battery life.
Cons
Handheld and collar charging adapters are now designed for USB C cabling. While that
By Rudy O.
California
ALPHA 300
July 30, 2024
I have been using this unit for a short time still learning it seems but here goes,I like the single collar system, I had two collars before.I like the directional indicator, it is much more accurate than the previous modelI like the larger screenI like the charge life on both hand held and collarThe only dislike is the distance to dog info is often very off, this is not a big problem so far, when I approach the dog that is on point it will often say he is lets say 60 yards away When he is three or four yards away, I have paused long enough that the unit had time to update more that once, then the situation with the dog takes up my interest again.
Pros
Single collar is a good thing
Direction indicator is much more accurate than previous unit
I like the larger screen
I like the charge life in the hand held and collar
Cons
The only thing that is a dislike is the distance reported on the screen, it seems to be in error sometimes, I notice it most when I walk up to my dog that is on point the hand held will say that my dog is much further away than he really is.
By Renee G.
Enterprise. Oregon
Excellent upgrades made
July 27, 2024
Enjoying our new handheld unit. We have had our other one for over 8 years. This one's screen is much easier to read and navigate.
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Garmin ALPHA 300 + TT25 Combo
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