TomTom One XL vs Garmin Nuvi 350: Does anyone have a recommendation?
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This has been my question too for a few days. I've been reading comments on Garmin Nuvi 350 though, and one of them stated he tried both the Tom Tom and Garmin Nuvi 350 side-by-side. The Tom Tom apparantly gave better directions, at one point saving 20 minutes of drive time. I'm not sure at this point which one's better. Garmin Nuvi 350's street-name callout is immensely popular, and I like that too, but I don't want to drive an extra 20 minutes to a destination.
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HI, Scott. I have BOTH (don't ask why... long story!) TOSS A COIN! If PRICE is a consideration, the TomTom has a HUGE advantage - it's typically $50 bucks cheaper than the Nuvi. For me? I WOULD PICK THE NUVI. Here are some OBJECTIVE points to consider: 1) Nuvi is FAR, FAR more intuitive, with MUCH nicer menus. 2) Nuvi can be used as a picture viewer. 3) Nuvi has SUPERIOR trip data details - just touch the lower left of the screen for a VERY nice summary window that is EASY to read. 4) Nuvi can outblast the TomTom in terms of volume. 5) Nuvi has SUPERIOR windshield mount - TomTom is piece of crap by comparision. 6) Nuvi is smaller - better "in-the-hand." 7) TomTom has more features, many I miss on the Nuvi (like speed warnings, for example.) 8) TomTom has an online "community" that can be very useful (Garmin does not - at least not yet.) 9) TomTom offers much greater flexibility - you can download and/or save your own modified maps and routes. 10) TomTom feels slightly more substantial than Garmin - it is slightly larger (thicker); very nicely designed and built. 11) The BIG one: As others have mentioned, the TomTom DOES have a slight edge in navigational accuracy. There is no question it's able to get you closer to the front door in SOME circumstances. That is, it has NEVER missed; the Nuvi has gotten me close a half dozen times in the short time I've owned it. (In FAIRNESS, though, the Garmin is NOT a toad in this arena. I don't expect the thing to drive my car, for crying out loud. And if you get me within a block of where I'm going, I'm a happy guy.)
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I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that... » Read More I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob « Show Less
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The TomTom does not appear to have much memory capacity to add maps over the installed USA/Canada map. It also does not have a card slot which the Gramin has. For this reason, it seems to make sense to get the Garmin if you are going to use extra maps. Does this make sense?
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We returned our RoamEO and purchased a Garmin unit. Garmin is more money but reliable. We use ours every weekend for walking the dogs in the woods unleashed. For just around thehouse the RoamEO may be ok.
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Garmin has a really good customer service team. Call them...they can answer the question for you. I've never heard of nuvi 355
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William, I really can't give you a personal comparison as I have never had a Garmin, nothing but TomTom's I can honestly tell you that I had only one that I wasn't 100% satisfied with. I still own and use the first on which is a one. I use a 5inch on my Goldwing Trike and a 6inch in my car, never thought seriously about trying another brand. Hope that helps.
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I have only used the Garmin batt pack with my 800, so I can not comment on the nuvi. Best place for an answer would likely be Garmin Customer Support. Graham
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I will definitely recommend Nuvi 370 over 270 because of several reasons. Text to speech is definitely very helpful believe me I have a Nuvi 200 which doesnot speak street names, which is sometimes very frustrating. I have missed turns which were very close to each other. Name of the street while driving in busy streets is surely very helpful. This would be even more helpful especially in Europe. Other features are worth the extra $70-$80. Live traffic, Bluetooth are amongst them. I will be buying 370 for my Europe trip pretty soon, just looking for the good price.
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Really don't know but the Garmin nuvi 3597 LMTHD is awesome -- the best one I have ever owned
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Well, it wasn't just the larger screen that swayed me to the TomTom, it was also the price. You can purchase a new TT1XL for about $340.00. The Nuvi 350 is about the same price for either a refurbished or used model. Besides the price though, it seems that having a larger screen(4.3") would cause less distraction while driving. It's still a toos up though. Let me know how you like the Nuvi 350 and I will do the same. Mine is due to be delivered in the next few days.
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I got the TomTom 3 yrs ago and it still works well for me. The only reason I got it was the world maps. Compared to today's units, TomTom or Garmin, it's basically an antique. There are so many more features available now, you have to decide on what features are important to you.
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Check out the "zumo". It is a Nuvi-like product line from Garmin specifically for motorcycles.
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I'm not sure about the subway however my opinion would be to go with the Garmin Etrex 30. They have the most recent technology, GLONASS. I work in deep canyons under dense timber canopies and have been very happy with the reception. The GPSMAP62 just doesn't acquire the number of satellites that the newer tech does. The Etrex 30 has the same bells and whistles; color display memory card capable etc. the only drawback in my opinion is a slightly smaller screen however the newer technology more than makes up for it...in my view
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I had the TomTom ONE 3rd edition and got the Nuvi 200 today. The TomTom's graphics are crappy but thats about it. In short, everything else is much better in the TomTom. Buy the TomTom. Nuvi 200 is missing a lot of things that the TomTom has.
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I expect they are all fairly similar. Depends on what features you need. These will have 3.5 inch screens. For around $130 you can get a Tom Tom XL with the larger screen if that is important. Think too if you need features such as street names to be spoken instead of just directed onto...you will pay a bit more for that.If you need a basic GPS, I myself am thinking of getting the Tom Tom 125 for $100 as a gift. It's a nice portable little unit with good intuitive menus, a nice loud speaker on the back and a great compact suction attach on the back instead of those with the stalk. Read the reviews for it on this site. I expect they are all fairly similar. Depends on what features you need. These will have 3.5 inch screens. For around $130 you can get a Tom Tom XL with the larger screen if that is important. Think too if you need features such as street names to be spoken instead of just directed onto...you will pay a bit more for that.If you need a basic GPS, I myself am thinking of getting the Tom Tom 125 for $100 as a gift. It's a nice portable little unit with good intuitive menus, a nice loud speaker on the back and a great compact suction attach on the back instead of those with the... » Read More I expect they are all fairly similar. Depends on what features you need. These will have 3.5 inch screens. For around $130 you can get a Tom Tom XL with the larger screen if that is important. Think too if you need features such as street names to be spoken instead of just directed onto...you will pay a bit more for that.If you need a basic GPS, I myself am thinking of getting the Tom Tom 125 for $100 as a gift. It's a nice portable little unit with good intuitive menus, a nice loud speaker on the back and a great compact suction attach on the back instead of those with the stalk. Read the reviews for it on this site. « Show Less
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J.RIPORTELLAI WENT TO BEST BUY TO GET SOME IMPUT ON THE GPS AND I WAS TOLD THAT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE NUVI 350 AND THE BASIC GPS IS THE NUVI IS GOOD IF YOU TRAVEL TO DIFFERENT COUNTRIES, IT DOES NOT SAY THE STREET NAMES, AND IF YOU WANT JUST A BASIC ONE THIS ONE IS NOT IT, THIS ONE HAS ALL THE BELLS AND WHISLES WHICH YOU WILL MOST LIKLY NOT USE AND THE PRICE IS FAR MORE. THE GARMIN C550 IS A VERY GOOD ONE AND IT TELLS YOU THE STREETS.