I will not get into the mapping differences between the two brands as I have found the mapping novelty has wore off. Insight Genesis will do that to you. Such a poor experience back in the day that could not be bothered now.
If I was going to buy now, I would go with Humminbird and Minn Kota as they seem to have a better dealer network up here. I have a Lowrance HDS and Motorguide Xi5 and the dealer support up here blows. Need a quick detach mount for the Xi5, back ordered. Need an adapter cable to hook the Xi5 up to a Lowrance unit, try to figure out which cable you need,do not ask Motorguide as they haven't a clue, then order it. Walk into the stores and look at stock and accessories on the shelf and easy to see which companies are interested in your business.
This is my opinion and experience only, YMMV!
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