Garmin - Nuvi 660

Garmin - Nuvi 660 Reviews



Overall 4.5 star rating4.45 of 5 (by 73 users)



Garmin - Nuvi 660 Review Summary

One satisfied reviewer calls the Garmin Nuvi 660 their "magic travel genie". This high tech electronic mapping device speaks to you as you travel the roads and has a simple touchscreen interface. Look up points of interest, directions, and find workarounds for construction traffic congestion. For all the Garmin Nuvi 660 GPS's technology, it's still relatively easy to use and navigate in unfamiliar territory. One minor flaw is that the software is a bit outdated. Sometimes you will look for a restaurant that the unit points out only to find it is no longer there. Still, despite the few flaws reported, the Garmin Nuvi 660 GPS gets a thumbs up form our roaming reviewers. Unsure of which GPS to invest in? Check out all our GPS Devices and find the perfect one for you!
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4 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
AUG
21
2007

Overall the Nuvi has been a great investment.  I say investment because the $500 price tag is nothing to shy away from.  However, my husband travels to different cities a lot and has come to rely on his "magic travel genie". 

I have used it on family vacations and enjoy the ability to easily navigate...

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married, into trying new things

slenkey
Haskins, OH
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3 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
SEP
24
2008

Everyone with a car, in my house, has this GPS...It is a great product when you are totally lost...Looking for a store, but can't remember the name? Just type in where it is located near, and it gives you a list of possibilites! 

This device even has many language options!  We play around with the...

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somewhat tech savvy, computer literate

Kkos85
Levittown, NY
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Garmin - Nuvi 660 Ratings and Reviews

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computer literate

FEB
13
2008

I really love my Garmin Nuvi 660 GPS. The thing being it has a big wide screen, which makes it possible to look up the screen when driving at times and also the availability and support of blue tooth is another thing which is very cool feature. This feature helps me talk hand free while driving. The text to speech is also good. But the downside is the cost of this unit. Sometimes makes me feel that may be 360 with small screen would do in place of 660 and it also has the bluetooth and text to speech feature as it is less expensive as compared to 660.

But if the prices of 660 comes down, probably...

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4 star rating
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GreenChillies
Issaquah, WA



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married, discriminating gear freak, love to travel, appreciative of good service, expecting good, fair service, Every day computer user, cost-conscious, willing to pay for quality

NOV
17
2007
The Garmin Nuvi 660 is fabulous for car navigation.  We use ours whenever we travel, and it has changed how we approach navigation in a new city.  We no longer have to pour over maps and have one person drive while the other tries to navigate (and gets car sick from reading maps).  We love the fact that we can look for nearby ethnic resturants - I just wish it had Zagat ratings included (like the Mio does). 
We even use it around home because it plays MP3's through the car radio, so we have it with us just for music, even if we don't need it to navigate. 


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5 star rating
lhark1
Fort Bragg, CA



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practical, technically challenged, a woman, value conscious

NOV
25
2008
I recently encountered the Garmin Nuvi on a trip with my in-laws to Daytona Beach. None of us had ever been there before and were completely lost, but the Garmin system helped us find our way around with no problems-- it even found the best route back in to Atlanta, which is surprisingly hard for technology most of the time! The easy-to-use touch screen was simple enough for my mother-in-law (the least technically savvy of us) to use and if we wanted to get lost for a while, it was easy enough to touch a button and shut it down or just turn down the voice. It was also compact enough to slip in... review »
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4 star rating
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SveglioBella
Decatur, GA



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love to travel, will pay for quality, Every day computer user, a bargain hunter, budget-conscious traveler

DEC
15
2007
The Garmin nuvi 660 is a great device as long as you are only traveling in the U.S.  World maps are available for purchase but in my view are greatly overpriced.  For what you pay for the Garmin 660, world maps should be included. The Garmin user site is not easy to navigate and it is not imediately clear which accessories go with which model. With all that said, I'm still happy with the product. The Bluetooth alone is worth a lot. No more fumbling to make or answer calls while driving. I like the slim design that fits easily into a purse.  Would I buy this model again? Probably not. I would... review »
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4 star rating
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morestuff4me
Dixon, KY



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practical, computer literate, txtng dly, watching my weight

DEC
8
2008
The Garmin Nuvie 660 GPS Receiver is so easy to use. I used to get lost just driving around the corner, and that never happens now. It is very user friendly. The voice talking to you is pleasant to listen to.

My husband has a GPS that came installed in his 2007 Infiniti G35. However, he would much rather have my GPS as his is much harder to use than mine.

I don't know how I ever lived without it before. I am on the road quite frequently with my job, and this device has been a lifesaver. If you are directionally challenged like I am, this is the device for you.


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5 star rating
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lailamarie
Merritt Island, FL



1
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somewhat tech savvy, on a budget

NOV
6
2008
My husband gave me this product as a birthday gift.  I never realized how versatile the Garmin can be.  I recently traveled to Hawaii, and easily figured out how to input my location information and was never lost.  I can tuck my Garmin in my purse and use it in any car I happen to be in.  Or just walking the shopping district, I could find out where my favorite store were.  I just love this product!
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5 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
donnagal
West Grove, PA



1
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computer literate

SEP
15
2008
My husband and I jump in the never knowing where we're going. With the Garmin Nuvi we not only know exactly where we're going, but how long it's going to take to get there. It's got a fantastic wide screen and it's easy to work. This is a great small investment for such a big help.  
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4 star rating
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Latnqn
North Arlington, NJ



1
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somewhat tech savvy, computer literate, txtng dly

OCT
12
2008
the Garmin - Nuvi 660 GPS Receiver is a very easy tool to use.  it guarentees that you will not get lost, has a long battery life, and is very portable.  i reccommend you get one ASAP!  the screen is very bright, and easy to read.  the touch screen makes it very easy to work
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5 star rating
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radnorhigh
Boca Raton, FL



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NOV
7
2008

GARMIN-NUVI 660 GPS Receiver 

I got the Nuvi as a gift and I love it.  It never fails me. It does take a while to get a signal some times but other then that I like the slim light weight design that easily fits into a pocket or purse.

 


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5 star rating
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monben2
Dundee, IL



D

MAY
20
2008
The Garmin Nuvi 660 offers an accurate GPS receiver, text-to-speech functionality, and traffic capabilities. The versatile system also features a gorgeous display, integrated Bluetooth, travel tools, and multimedia functions.

The bad: The device is expensive, and there are no external volume controls. The system also doesn't support multidestination route creation.

The bottom line: If you can afford the hefty price tag, the Garmin Nuvi 660 is a solid-performing and versatile GPS device that offers all the navigation basics,...

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4 star rating
reviewer 2008 Contributor
robin42006
Altoona, PA



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practical, somewhat tech savvy, computer literate

FEB
20
2008

I just got my Garmin about 2 weeks ago.  I've only been driving for about a month total so I definately can't imagine driving without it !!  I just took it on a LONG road trip from L.A. to Vegas and then to Grand Canyon and back to L.A. again.. it did get me lost once and sometimes tells you things a little weird - but I know that all GPS have that problem sometimes - you just have to overide it.  Such as one time I exited the freeway and it wanted me to take the streets 80 miles rest of the way to Vegas.  I went a few more blocks and it corrected itself.  But since all GPS use same systems...

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5 star rating
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Tasksgirl
Glendale, CA



D
will pay for quality, loving this product

DEC
16
2007
An excellent second generation GPS that no longer needs direct line of sight to acquire GPS satellites, which is usually a quick process (about 60 seconds after power up).  Only once did it take several minutes.  Lots of bells and whistles for car drivers and travelers.  Compared to lower end Garmin Nuvi units, the 660 has a wide 4.3" screen, bluetooth cell phone link, MP3 player, voice broadcast over FM channel, and traffic report update.  I bought this unit at Best Buy for $400 on sale.  The bluetooth capability allows user to make phone calls and text messages from the GPS unit.  Much... review »
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5 star rating
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NewtonMA
Newton Highlands, MA



D
loving this product, practical, Every day computer user, love to travel

NOV
23
2007

I used to use a PDA with a GPS Software program that required a separate receiver which could easily get forgotten or lost.  Since I travel a lot for business, this all inclusive unit is perfect to move from vehicle to vehicle.  With the blue-tooth feature you can link your cell phone to it and conduct hands free calls (business and otherwise) easily while driving.  The memory card slot allows you to take along your favorite music (no need to search for radio stations in the area or tote CD's) and/or photos for showing off.  Usually I use the British male voice (Daniel) since I'm married...

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5 star rating
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jhardy954
Hollywood, FL



D
love to travel, practical, value conscious, a techie, waiting for version2.0, Every day computer user, computer literate, budget conscious

NOV
9
2009

I've had my Garmin Nuvi 660 for three years now and I think it's great!  I used to input my directions via google maps or mapquest and print them out before taking long trips, but now I don't have to worry about that hassle anymore.  The best part of the system is the auto-rerouting.  If you miss a turn, it will recalculate and get you back on your route quickly.  It has the ability to look up restaurants, gas stations, etc but sometimes that doesn't work too well.  Some of the locations are outdated, and others jsut don't show up when searched for.  It's an incredibly easy to use system,...

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4 star rating
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picopuerto
Oyster Bay, NY



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