The compact rescueME EPIRB1 from Ocean Signal is ideal for smaller center-consoles and bay boats. Thirty percent smaller than competitive EPIRBs, it features a 10-year battery life and measures 7 inches tall by 3.5 inches in diameter, weighing under 15 ounces. A retractable antenna helps keep the size small. Automatically activated when immersed, the EPIRB1 fits in a ditch bag or mounts in a manual-release bracket. Two high-intensity strobes maximize visibility in low-light conditions, such as at night or in fog. The EPIRB1 also carries a five-year warranty. $452; oceansignal.com
