Nuvi vs street pilot: I am DESPERATE to here a comprehensive comparis on between (lets say) the NUVI 350 VS )lets say the STREETPILOT 550
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I just purchased the Nuvi 350. I went to a location and looked at the 350 and the 550 side by side. The Nuvi is much smaller, lighter and easier to handle. The mount contains a power connection, so you dont have to unplug the unit every time you remove it, the power is provided by the mount. It has a single speaker (so stereo), but you are not purchasing a boom box, you are buying a navigator. The internal speaker is louder than the 550 (I tried them side by side.) There is a headset plug in for headphones for the MP3 player or you can connect it to the aux input of your stereo. The nuvi, imho, is a better unit than the streetpilot.
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Elaine: I have a Nuvi 370 since 2006. For me is one of the best models. In the internal memory you can install a lot of maps, including Europe, USA and South America.Disadvantage: It don´t have pre-defined letter sequence you can find in newer models for search.
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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 also ordered from Amazon and received my Nuvi 370 yesterday (7/26/07). The unit that I received had the current maps of Europe (City Navigator Europe NT v9), but the older, outdated maps of North America (City Navigator North America NT v8). I called Garmin and they agreed to send me the newly-released North America maps (City Navigator North America NT 2008) free of charge.
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How about the 885 without MSN Direct, and adding the GTM 20, which gives Navtec fm traffic? That's what I'm considering doing. Might want to call Garmin to see if this option will give you what you want. If you do, would you report back? Yes. 855 is the one i mean. Sorry for the confusion.
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Thanks for the input, I actually kept the original Garmin. I realized it couldn't recognize my position re: the street because my house is 1000 ft off the road. I actually like it a lot. It does quirky things like take me to the highway one way and bring me home another even though the streets are not one way. At this point, I'm glad I got it.
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Thankyou. I am finally getting bold enough to drive around outside Bogota. I will check out that website. Someday they will post route nunbers at intersections but not holding breath. Can't find a rental that has one. Avis doesn't.
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Gary, I have been researching the same use (snowmobiling) for the nuvi 500. sledgps dot com lists chips available either nationally or by region. The region maps are $50, the national $99. Did you get the 500, and do you like it? I want a crossover/multi mode unit and this one seems to be the only one available. I think the difference between this unit and the 550 is that the 500 has US road and US topo maps, and the 550 has north american roads but no topo maps. I don't know if sledgps maps will overlay on the topo. If anyone has tried this, please reply with info. I have not bought it yet, so can't answer your question directly (I want to be able to though). Finally I am torn on the mixed reviews on the unit. I can handle the missing USB cable, and AC adapter, but has everyone found the unit accurate, both on road and off road? Are the maps updated? Thanks...
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No, they are not the same. The 265wt has an FM traffic receiver (it's a long cylindrical-shaped connector with two led lights), while the 265w does not. That is the only difference. You may have the 265wt and don't realize it. Once you plug it in and start driving around, a traffic icon should appear in the upper left-hand corner. If it doesn't appear (or the 12V battery connector is different) return it for the unit you ordered. EDIT: AFAIK, there is no 265w. There is a 265t (smaller screen) and a 265wt (wide screen). So while it may say 265w, it is most probably the 265wt. I don't own the 2x5 series, so I'm not sure about the topographical map. If you go to tools &gt; settings &gt; map &gt; map info., you should see what maps are on your Nuvi. Make sure all of them have check marks in the boxes. Check the Garmin manual (the one online, not the quick start) for a detailed explanation. BTW, I believe the topo map shows up in the 2D map only.
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This one right here is a good bet - the nuvi 1350T, however if you do not want or need traffic updates then go with the nuvi 1350 or 1300
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This really isn't a reply to your post but a question. I have been looking into getting a Garmin Nuvi 350. Does anyone know what the differences are with that one and the C550? I know there is a big difference in price and wondered if the Nuvi would be a good choice for basic GPS. I really want the voice with street names.
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This is kind of an odd request, in that only you can answer the "why?". What is it that YOU need or are looking for in a GPS? By reading the descriptions and a few reviews on each, you may get better information on the different feature set of each unit. A good place for professional reviews is gpsmagazine.com. FYI, all Garmin units will route you pretty much the same no matter the price.Good luck on your search.
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Just went through this debate myself. In the store, my husband noticed how different the screens were. The 500 series was much brighter than the 300 and sure enough, it states so on the garmin comparison page. Here's your link, hope it helps.http://www.garmin.com/garmin/cms/us/ontheroad/streetpilotcseries
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&#65279; I have Microsoft Streets and Trips, both 2002 & 2013. I purchased the 2002 "without" the GPS attachment. I purchased 2013 "with" the GPS, and it definitely shows you driving on your laptop. However, as maps of the US do not change too drastically from year to year, I would suggest purchasing last years or even on 2 years old. The cost goes down drastically.
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I have the Nuvi 660 and have not had any problems in Manhattan. It uses the Sirf III chipset which is more sensitive. I had the Streetpilot III before and had trouble. Hope that helps.
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Yes. It was perfectly compatible with the Nuvi 350. No problems whatsoever.
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I am not acquainted with the Garmin 800. Is it a Nuvi type? I believe that it is compatible with all Nuvi car sytems that have the SD slot. Does the 800 have an SD slot. 2015 udate? Don't believe it would be necessary since AU. & NZ roads would not change that much. I do have my SD for sale since I have used it, and was a life saver, on my only trip to AU & NZ last year. Since they drive on the left side of the road and have MANY roundabouts Down Under, I highly recommend one. I would sell mine at a VERY reasonable price. Respond to n0moe@aol.com (second character is a zero. Hope this helps. John Hosking I am not acquainted with the Garmin 800. Is it a Nuvi type? I believe that it is compatible with all Nuvi car sytems that have the SD slot. Does the 800 have an SD slot. 2015 udate? Don't believe it would be necessary since AU. & NZ roads would not change that much. I do have my SD for sale since I have used it, and was a life saver, on my only trip to AU & NZ last year. Since they drive on the left side of the road and have MANY roundabouts Down Under, I highly recommend one. I would sell mine at a VERY reasonable price. Respond to n0moe@aol.com (second character is a zero. Hope this... » Read More I am not acquainted with the Garmin 800. Is it a Nuvi type? I believe that it is compatible with all Nuvi car sytems that have the SD slot. Does the 800 have an SD slot. 2015 udate? Don't believe it would be necessary since AU. & NZ roads would not change that much. I do have my SD for sale since I have used it, and was a life saver, on my only trip to AU & NZ last year. Since they drive on the left side of the road and have MANY roundabouts Down Under, I highly recommend one. I would sell mine at a VERY reasonable price. Respond to n0moe@aol.com (second character is a zero. Hope this helps. John Hosking « Show Less