Customer Ratings & Reviews

Not for my taste, but other people might like it. It *gently* reminds about the speed limit when it goes down, but I'd rather leave it alone, and instead had the older option - the voice telling me "recalculating" when I miss the turn, thus alerting me to my mistake. But this GPS just quietly starts recalculating the new route on the screen. It doesn't have the blue tooth as well, so Garmin older model like 1450 LMT was better - more action for the buck. However life maps are included here as well, which is a good thing. Another concern is the touch screen - I think it needs protection now, like the phone. Overall not bad, but not the greatest thing ever, so when on sale, it's OK.

Garmin Drive 53 is a basic entry-level GPS. It does a fine job in the US, but during a recent trip to Montreal, Canada it frequently got confused and gave us bizarre and confusing and sometimes incorrect driving instructions. When the Garmin GPS gets confused, you will need to drive away from your current location for several blocks, so that it will "wake up" and correct itself and get you on the right track eventually. Garmin's map updates are not truly updated even though we performed the map updates the day before we traveled. These outdated Garmin map "updates" have resulted in several misleading driving instructions during our recent trips. Unlike our TomTom GPS that has a built-in WiFi to perform map updates automatically without a computer, you will need to hook up the Garmin GPS to a computer to get the map updates.

The display is crystal clear. Navigation is smooth. If your looking for more verbal guidance this is great because the screen doesn’t take up much room.

Does the job. No "bells & whistles" Keep it updated and it does well locating addresses.

Works well BUT the cord that came with it is supesr short and most new cars dont have a port that allows it closer to the windshield. Seemed to be on top of speed limits etc but didn't really see much in terms of alternate routes/detours (maybe we just didn't come across any)? Haven't figured out how to change the voice yet so not as intutitive as other Garmin models.

I like Garmin gps system because they are very reliable, even in places where mobile phone GPS systems do not work. I was surprised that this unit does not seem to have live traffic updates. Perhaps I am missing the feature and it is there, but I have not found it in this unit. otherwise, the unit if great.

Works very well overall, but i found uts missing several whole neighborhoods built five to ten years ago. Other than it is good.

Replaced my Nuvi with clearer graphics, more sensitive to location, better voice directions.

I replaced a Garmin that was at least 10 years old. Love the larger screen. However, the new unit has not responded on a couple of occasions, and I’ve had to reboot. Hope it was just an anomaly. The pricing was very good…much less than I expected.

Good price and works great but sadly lacks some of the ease of features my old Tom Tom had.

This Garmin works well- but is not as "helpful" in making suggestions on longer, vacation travels, as my phone travel app. I have wanted something that is good around town, and this fits the bill. No need to mess with my phone, which is dangerous and now illegal in Michigan.

Will fit in phone holder , nice to have speed change and places to go like malls.

Works as it should now i need to figure out how to mount to my motorcycle!

I was pleasantly surprised with the quality and reasonable price. It is just the right size for me also.

Worked great! Used it once, to get to a wedding. Was easy to use and to set up.

So far so good. . .my other Garmin still worked but it was getting tired. This new one has some updatres.

Overall, very good GPS. I wish the display was a bit larger. Great value at less than $100.

It works well, does what i bought it to do. I don't like tying up my phone with GPS in my car

Easy to connect, easy to use. It's a great back to and a good price.

Works great! No delay or lag of any sort when catching your exits! Not trucker friendly. Won’t recommend if you’re a truck driver looking for a gps. Overall product is great!