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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 2447 reviews

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the Drive 51 LM 5" GPS's ease of use, accurate GPS navigation, and lifetime map updates. Many appreciate the clear screen and its helpful features, while some experienced issues with battery life and occasional power problems. Positive feedback frequently highlighted the device's intuitive interface and precise route guidance. However, a few users reported difficulties with the device's power functionality.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great GPS

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have owned several GPS devices and this is the easiest one to use and hear. I do wish it had the maps for Canada alo g with the US

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    gets you where your going

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice little unit. Not overly talkative which is what I like.Sometimes takes you in a circle instead of direct route but it still works well,

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin GPS

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We have relied on this product numerous time. I find the street signs everywhere are not always visible or of poor quality to read.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    So far so good. Only used on short trips.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quick to turn on. Good sound. Haven't tried it on a long trip yet. Can't wait to use it on a long trip.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It has what we need in a GPS and allows some individual customization. Good product at the right price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Is ok, but temperamental to turn on sometimes.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a little temperamental when you type on it it double types a lot but it does the job all in all

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works very well no issues so far . Seems durable as I move it in and out of vehicles constantly .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    garman gps not so good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    garman gps , not very good, keeps loosing satellite reception. tell me to take rds to get where I already am

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Please confirm that the device is using the most current version of software using the Garmin Express program. If you haven't installed Garmin Express please download it from the following link:  www.garmin.com/express
      Also, here is a link with great information about what to do if the GPS isn’t acquiring satellites:
      http://bit.ly/2oWxEuC Garmin

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, faster than my iPhone using google maps. Only downfall is garmin has cheapened the housing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased at Best Buy since as always we had great help from an associate. We chose the model that best fit our needs. It is easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    works very well

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works like it suppose to you have to pull power cord out to turn off . I put it on three socket switch which works for me

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    GPS

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The GPS was fine but the charger lasted 3 days. I now use a USB cable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Garmin Product Support would be happy to help with the vehicle power cable. Our contact information, including telephone number and hours of operation, can be found at: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/ Garmin

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    GPS 5"

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its compact 5". Its having lifetime map updates. I am using iyt since last two months no issues till date.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great / nice size

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this one for my wife. She loves it. Easy to glance at while motoring down the road. Maps are easy to update.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Economical GPS

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good economical substitution for built in GPS, Well worth the cost.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good for a tech savvy person

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good product, a bit hard to get set up but we are seniors so that may have been the biggest part of that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for someone to get from point to point.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had no problems with understanding the voice commands. The system lead me to where I wanted to go.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Decided to get a new Garmin and found this one at a Great Price. I was really surprised at the features it had for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I like it.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Much smarter than my last garmin. I am having fun discovering it's possibilities. Cant wait to take a real road trip.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great device for a first time user

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Heard great reviews from other users and was urged to get one. Haven't read the operating manual or used for a trip as yet.

    I would recommend this to a friend