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Garmin 250

Garmin Nuvi 250 - 3.5 in. Car GPS Receiver

Garmin GPSMAP 526

Garmin GPSMAP 526s - 5 in. GPS Receiver

$199.00  |  1 store
 
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Product Description
Packed with features and available in a variety of hip colors, the Garmin nuvi 250 is affordably priced and easy to use. The nuvi 250 comes preloaded with City Navigator map data giving you... More
Packed with features and available in a variety of hip colors, the Garmin nuvi 250 is affordably priced and easy to use. The nuvi 250 comes preloaded with City Navigator map data giving you quick, turn-by-turn directions to anywhere in the continental United States. Pull up colorful, 2-D or 3-D maps on the sunlight-readable screen and voice directions will guide you safely and quickly to your selected destination. You can also set custom points of interest on the nuvi 250 such as your favorite restaurants or coffee shops, and with proximity alerts you’re always aware of where you’re going, and where you’ve been. Less
The GPSMAP 526 is a compact chartplotter that features a high-resolution, super-bright 5? VGA display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning... More
The GPSMAP 526 is a compact chartplotter that features a high-resolution, super-bright 5? VGA display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It?s ready to go with a built-in, satellite-enhanced worldwide basemap. The GPSMAP 526 also accepts BlueChart& g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, 3-D views and Auto Guidance technology. Explore the Seas The GPSMAP 526 comes ready to go with a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. The GPSMAP 526 also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. In addition, the GPSMAP 526 can receive U.S. graphical weather data via optional GXM 51 satellite receiver/antenna. And with an SD card slot, it?s easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer. Less
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Key Features   
Form Factor Fixed Fixed
Map capabilities   Map cartridges / Data cards -
Receiver Type 12 Channels -
Enhanced accuracy WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled -
Screen Size 3.5 in. 5 in.
GPS Type   Automobile Marine
Input Method   Touch Screen Keypad
Display   
Display Type 65k Colors LCD TFT Display -
Display Size 2.8 in. x 2.1 in. 3 in. x 4 in.
Resolutions 320 x 240 480 x 640
Technical Features   
Special Features   Waypoint Icons, JPEG Image Viewer, Converter, Calculator, 3D Map View Waypoint Icons, Two-way Radio, Audio Book Player
Included Software/Maps   Europe Maps, Great Britain USA Maps
Audible Features   Voice Navigation Instructions -
Trip calculator   Shortest time, Shortest distance, Route Recalculation, Avoid toll roads, Detour Feature, Points-of-Interest (POI) -
Other Features   
PC Interface Bluetooth -
Antenna Built-in -
Expansion Slot Type SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot
Brand Garmin Garmin
GPS System   
Waypoints   500 3000
Battery   
Battery Life Up to 5 Hours -
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery -
Dimensions   
Weight 5.2 lb. 1.75 lb.
Depth 0.8 in. 2.9 in.
Height 2.8 in. 5.9 in.
Width 3.8 in. 6.4 in.
Miscellaneous   
Family Line - Garmin GPSMAP
UPC 753759065539 753759096106
Product ID 43910629 88920539
Product MPN   
MPN 010-N0621-00 -
 
Consumer Reviews
Garmin 250
Garmin Nuvi 250 - 3.5 in. Car GPS Receiver
$199.00
Garmin GPSMAP 526
Garmin GPSMAP 526s - 5 in. GPS Receiver
From $636.95

Product Review Summary

4.1
Based on 27 user reviews
92% recommend this product
5 stars
8
4 stars
17
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
2
Pros
  • Easy to Use (11)
  • Compact (10)
  • Simple Setup (10)
  • Accurate (8)
  • Nice Screen (6)
  • Great Design (4)
  • Rich features (4)
  • Quality Construction (3)
  • Portable (3)
  • Long Battery Life (3)
Cons
  • Short Battery Life (6)
  • none (2)
  • Inaccurate (2)
  • Bad reception during storms (1)
Good For
  • Travel (12)
  • Navigation (12)
  • Cars (10)
  • Adventure (6)
  • Gifts (5)
  • Everyday Use (4)
  • Business (2)
  • A must have when new to city (2)
  • Camping (2)
  • Boating (2)
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Consumer Reviews

60

Easy to use, Intuitive, but tradeoffs may annoy some power-users.

bypepper99 Apr 14, 2008
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Intuitive menus, bright easy to read screen, very detailed maps, small and easy to mount.
Cons Sometimes questionable routing, short battery life, multiple and possibly confusing...
Recommended it? Yes

As a die hard user of traditional maps (and more recently, Google Maps on my iPhone) I have reluctantly held back from the temptation to buy an automotive based GPS system.

However, with a 7000 mile cross-country (and back) RV vacation planned for this summer, it became increasingly clear... Read full review »

14

Small, light and accurate, with a ton of onboard info.

bymodicus Jan 16, 2008
16 Helpfuls 17 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Small, light, easy to use interface, accurate, flexible.
Cons Initial lock-on needs to be done standing still, more turn warning time.
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased this GPS after moving to a new city, to help me navigate around until I learned where everything is located.

The Nuvi250 is a small unit, fitting easily in one hand. It has only 1 sliding button, that turns the unit on or can put it into screen-lock mode if slid the opposite... Read full review »

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