I don't know much about the Hawkeye ,but price wise you could do a bit better on Amazon or eBay.Im like you on the amount of time I get on the ice,I purchased a marcum ice troller 2.0 a few seasons ago,I've had no problem with interference from other Marcus or vexes.
Price wise I suggest you give the troller a look,you may be able to find one for a similar price and I believe you would be better satisfied.This is only my opinion,but I've had good results with a troller,and marcum.