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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 2820 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers find value in the DriveSmart 61 LMT-S's large screen size, ease of use, and accurate GPS navigation, frequently praising its voice command functionality and free lifetime map updates. However, some users express concerns regarding the device's limited battery life and the effectiveness of its traffic features. The navigation system, while generally well-received, has received some criticism for occasionally suggesting less-than-optimal routes. Overall, the positive feedback on key features outweighs the negative comments.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    Spent a hundred dollars more to get the model that I could blue tooth my phone for hands free. Was very disappointed when I got home 30 minutes later and visited best buy website again and saw it was 40 dollars cheaper.

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

    Voice control is fantastic!

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

    Having free lifetime updates and total handsfree are perfect additions to vehicles that aren't as fancy as a cadillac or lincoln town car that are pre loaded with these features. Price is right on the mark as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    great gps

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

    good for the price ...............................

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

    GPS is the Best

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

    well is number one GPS i ever got Because work with my cell phone also live update instantly for road close and accidents ahead up to the minute am a truck driver and relay to this GPS 100x100 on a daily basis

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

    A huge Improvement over former models

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

    I had been using a 10 year old Garmin GPS. The new model is a huge improvement both in software and functionality. The hi-deaf screen is terrific; especially with split screens when coming to an off ramp.

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

    Lotta features and works great

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

    Size matters. It’s does what it’s supposed to and is great to have but it is BIG. Can’t store it the console where the old version was smaller. Make sure you know where it will reside when not in use before purchasing. Great deal if you catch it on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good screen size

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

    Nice GPS, but no where as good as Google maps. Got it for parents because has a big screen. Maps have to be updated manually by connecting to computer or wifi. Voice command doesn't work half the time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Garmin - Not sure if it is working properly

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

    I have difficulty charging the Garmin. I plugged it in to the computer. It didn't charge in my Buick; I think something is broken there. I will try another car. I did plug the Garmin into my friend's car, but after removing from the car, it didn't turn on to get to the part to say no expressways. So I don't know if something is wrong with the Garmin. It also does not come with an explanation book of how to find the screens. When I used the Garmin to travel nearby, it kept saying to turn right even though the restaurant was on the left.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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      Garmin Product Support would be happy to help. 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

    Good route preview, great screen size

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

    The unit provides a preview of the route for a trip, but have not figured if one can customize for a slightly modified route. The traffic updates relay on cell phone data but did not offer alternative way around backups like friends TomTom did.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    best GPS I ever used!!

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

    This is the elite of GPS !!!you can connect a Garmin backup Camera to it ,Wi-Fi updates ,free traffic and map updates. bluetooth phone connect, and get free applications .for the price,this is the best of the best!!

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

    Excellent for a person with no sense of direction

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

    Love this GPS took a two week Vacation 7 different never been to before locations in Crazy California and had no problems at all finding our RV camping sites from Phoenix all the way to Crescent City, Ca.

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

    Excelente GPS source for beginner

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

    Very easy to use and to understand. The Garmin device informs you of everything you need to know. The best part is when it informs you on which lane you should be in order to take an exit on the freeway.

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

    Great GPS

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

    This GPS has very clear, bright, vivid display that is easy for anyone to see. The app that is available to work with this is very compatible without glitches or crashes. Would pick this over any other Garmin

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

    20 year garmin user

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

    I am an advent consumer of garmin and been using there gps products for over 2 decades. This is another top of the line gps. I love the ability to do map and software updates with plugging it into my computer.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    For the price it seems to function okay

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

    Battery life is poor. I use this navigation system to find addresses that I am not familiar with. It does not let you find an alternate route if there is a road block or accident.

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

    Printer

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

    I had an issue with my printer not syncing with my laptop. I was able to get an in store appointment and the issue was resolved with 30 minutes.

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

    One of the Best Car GPS on the Market

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

    I've used this GPS for long trips and I'm very happy with it,I did not have any issues and it was always on and never lost signal. very reliable and accurate with the information provided on the road.

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

    Pleased mostly

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

    I’ve owned many garmins and I love the WiFi updates. The traffic alerts is useless. If I wanted to use my phone I wouldn’t use a garmin. Overall I love it. Just don’t expect traffic to work without Bluetoothing your phone.

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

    love it....sort of

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

    Its a great device that is almost wonderful. It has a hard time understanding the english language and sometimes comes up with responses that make you wonder what it thinks you said.

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

    Easy, clean, and accurate

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

    I bought this for my girlfriend she's really bad with directions this has significantly helped her figure out where she's going. Only downside is it doesn't update without taking it out of the car and plug it in a computer.

    I would recommend this to a friend