I am a big fan of Garmin GPSs. This one has a large screen with makes it easy to glance at in traffic. I like the set up of the map, as it makes it clear where you are going. If I ever get off track, the GPS will direct me back. The voice is clear and easy to understand. I would recommend this GPS to anybody looking for a reliable product. Although the maps on mine are slightly outdated, I haven't had too much trouble getting back on route when I am on newer roads.

annbuck14

USA

Unit has an excellent 5 inch display both for daylight and night viewing. The spoken directions are clear, concise, accurate and on time. Processing Speed Unit has no difficulty acquiring satellites, even when used indoors. Reaction to my changing route from that prescribed is fast and accurate. ETA's given are amazingly accurate, almost to the minute. I have not used the Bluetooth capabilty as my car has a hands free cell phone link. I have not encountered a traffic situation so cannot comment on that aspect. Map Quality & Accuracy To date, maps are accurate and updates easy to download. Ease of Use There is a lot to learn to get the most out of this device but most of it is intuitive.

mgriff41

Macon, GA

There are so many great things about this produt l I love like the calculator and unit converter tools, also the Way Points that you can set for long trips, and the "Where Am I?" feature that gives you your exact GPS coordinates and it has a large and bright display which makes it easy on the eyes. this product is well worth buying I feel it delivers a wonderful GPS experience for the cost. and all of the extra features makes it fun to use. this product is well worth buying

TerriKief

Bunker Hill, WV

I got this gps from my father this past christmas as a surprise! I didnt know if it's an investment to get this, but my father got me this anyway. My mother moved up north recently so I needed this gps to get around up there. I do love the fact that I can use it in my hometown without needing directions. Alot of times I have it show the map when i'm driving so i can see if i need to make a short cut to particular areas. I love how I can set up the different language and change the male/female voices as well. If i didn't follow the direction, the gps quickly recalculates and get me back to where I needed to be. It does have some errors where it tells me to take a right instead of left, but not too bad. It also has a fun features where I can keep track of how much gas i uses and and how many miles per trip. And when I'm traveling out of town, it helps let me know a head of time if i will be hitting traffic in major cities and if i do, it let me know how long it will take to pass through. Overall, I feel that its real useful and fun to use! Hope this helps!

RJF1214

Pensacola, FL

This neat GPS system can get you to where ever you need to go. It can take all the wway across the country, with out making any mistakes, and sterring you clear of all of the major traffic back ups.  It really comes in handy when you are going somewhere for the first time, or even going to work when you are still too tired to think. It even helps when you are out geo-caching. It is the only GPS system you will need. It some times makes a mistake, but not usually.When it does, it wont be off by more than a block or two. Its a great system, especially for any one who often find them selves thinking "Wait, Where am I? Is it a right or a left? Oops! other way!" Any one can use, and enjoy it. There are tons of fun voices you can download that make every one laugh. I would suggest it to any one out there looking for a gps. Absolutely great, and extremely accurate. Every one whos tries it will love it!

1cheetah64

Webster, TX

Screen size is 5.1 inch, however no change in the resolution. That makes the images big and jagged, not something so great. Ad supported traffic may not be good for all users. Screen size, blutooth calling and free trafic data plus points.

Pansel

Tampa, FL

I take long 200 mile drives into the Sierras all the time with random stops for gas and food.  The Garmin GPS allows me to make those random stops along the way without having to worried about getting lost.  The great things about this model is the large 5" screen which makes everything easier to read.  The antenna seems to pick up satellites relatively quickly.  The bluetooth function works well, so for those without bluetooth built into their cars, this GPS will give you handsfree capability while driving.  The traffic receiver doesn't seem to work so well.  Sometimes, I get alerts that there is bad traffic ahead and I cruise right through and there is barely a handful of cars on the road.  Other times, the traffic receiver says there is no congestion, but I'm stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.  So don't let the traffic receiver become a selling point for this model.  Other than that, this GPS delivers on every other feature.  I also got the version with lifetime maps.  After all, the GPS is only good if the maps remain up-to-date.

satonaka

San Francisco, CA

This GPS comes with an easily mountable,  large screened, display. It gives acurate, easy to understand directions.This is the 5 inchscreen , and that is what I assume is the largest currently available in dash mounted GPS electronics.  I have previously owned a Tom tom and the biggest concern was having to update so often, lest I get lost in the middle of nowhere. This is alleviated with the Garmin unit to a great extent. The other issue I had with the Tom tom was that it never told me which side of the road my destination was on. The Garmin fixes that as well. I also much prefer the graphics or the Garmin, but I suppose that is just a personal deal. It also has a feature called eco route that purports to give you a route that uses less gasoline, but I am not certain it really does much. Though, given the price, that seems not much of a factor. The best feature in my opinion, which is present on most GPS save for entry models, is the ability to pick the fastest route. I have been able to save time that way. So in short, it is a great unit, which can be found at a good price...

drb124

Aberdeen, MS

This is definetly one of the beter GPS systems out there. It is very reliable, and has many handy features. It's also easy to use. My family oes on roadtrips every year, and we take our Garmin with us, and it gets us to where we want to go without any problems. Sometimes it takes a minutes to connect to its signal though.

cooldrummer321

Austin, TX

After reviewing a number of models, my second unit is a Garmin 265WT. Easy to setup and use; read the simple manual before use. Firmware and map downloads work on both my Mac and PC. I like the 'save this location' feature where you can set a favorite location at any point in your travels. The Traffic mode works well but you have to change screens to see it in action, and the cell phone speakerphone setup was straightforward and seems to work okay. Automatic re-routing works fast; map rotation is a bit slow, though, but quickly orients after a few seconds. Nice bright and wide screen, locks to satellites within a minute, many spoken languages to choose from (even Polish!), but for my ear American English is the most clear. Get a good non-skid portable dashboard mounted base rather than attaching to the windshield - safer, easier, and faster to setup and remove. In comparison, price was a good value and the unit was delivered when expected.

Miriam1983

Theodore, AL