New GPS advice

dealrocker · 2010-02-11 05:11:21

Just want to clarify few things before I place the order tonight for handheld GPS. Well, I am planning to buy a DeLorme PN-30 or DeLorme PN-40. I must admit that they have fantastic mapping features, but I read somewhere that they are not as user friendly as a Garmin Oregon handheld GPS. Looking forward to know your views and thoughts.

Thanks..

mbroyles · 2010-02-11 07:41:26

I got the Garmin Colorado 300 last year and have been happy with it for the most part. It was my first GPS unit so I really can't compare it to anything else.

Pro's for my Garmin:
- Nice full color display with good detail
- The dial makes choosing options and zooming in/out quick
- The mouse-like pointer allows you to scan across your maps easily.
- One hand operation
- Offers some good customization features that I haven't messed with too much yet

Cons:
- Battery life is not great
- Hard to read the display outdoors unless you crank up the backlit display to full. The main reason for the poor battery life i think.

Spend a little time shopping around to get the best price on whatever unit you decide to go with. I found mine at Costco for half the price then others were selling it at.

MR. KRYPTONITE · 2010-02-11 11:24:18

I have always owned a garmin since my first gps and I have always had good luck with them. It has been a few years since my last one so Im not really up to date with all the new stuff out there. Probably should upgrade one of these days.

Sorry I cant help out more but Im interested in what you end up getting so keep us all posted. THX and good luck!

elmerkit · 2010-05-30 23:58:02

Garmin gps are really good and dependable brand, I myself have one and all i can say its really worth the money.

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