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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

    Works as advertised.

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

    Works right out if the box - no setup or downloading of maps necessary. Traffic avoidance is a nice feature. I haven't used the Bluetooth feature.

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

    Good GPS

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

    GPS has multiple features requiring a new user to read the on-line manual to get the most out of this product. Finding directions using cross streets was not apparent and required looking at the manual to learn how.

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

    garmin

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

    This product has worked wonderfully. It shows me the map, the speed limit, my speed, all restaurants, gas stations and rest rooms. I love know how many more miles I have left on a trip.

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

    Love it!

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

    My hubby has no sense of direction and this keeps him going in the right direction! Only trouble we've had is when the road has undergone construction that changes turns like a new traffic circle.

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

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Good concept, fair implementation

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

    Love the larger screen and information provided is a definite upgrade in services. However, the map and directions are lacking. Unit has severall times had me tuning at the wrong streets and once had me turning into a large cornfield. This is very frustrating when in larger city with heavy traffic. Unless they fix these bugs, this will probably be my last Garmin. Would not recommend at this time.

    No, I would not 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.

    Bought for my teenage son so i can have my garmin back :) Love the garmin, can't go wrong with the brand. I always buy the protection plan just in case there is an issue in future.

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

    Never failed me

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

    I've always had a Tom Tom and I'll never go back. This Garmin has everything i need. I'm a trucker and with the lifetime maps and real time traffic that's a plus. Overall great product!

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

    Good GPS for the money

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

    I was pleased with this GPS. Pros: WiFi is a nice feature. Cons: Lost the trail feature, that let you see where you've been for the last 500 miles. Have to use phone or buy a different power cable to get traffic.

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

    Great navigation when it charges

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

    Purchased the Garmen to use for long distance trips and locally to find customers homes. Worked great Jan-Mar and then it stopped charging. Went to my local Best Buy, tech concluded it was the charger and gave me the option of buying a new one or using my extended warranty which I come to find can only be used once. I purchased a new charger and all was good for 2-3 weeks until that charger stopped working. I’m not sure what my next step will be.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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      Thank you for your feedback. Garmin Product Support would be happy to look in to this issue. Our contact information, including telephone number and hours of operation, can be found at: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/ Garmin

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    I like it

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

    I have used it 2 times and it was great, but yesterday I wanted to use it and the screen would not come on. Later in the day I tried again and it came on. I know the cable from the cigarette lighter to the Garmin was working because the red light on the plug was lit. I would give it a 5 star but I don’t know if I have a problem or not!

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

    no complaints

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

    I like the voice search for addresses it really helps, I use it to get to customers houses for work, it is reliable had for about over a year and it still works

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

    Great!

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

    We took this on a recent trip to Canada. Got us exactly where we needed to be every time. It even showed the speed limit reductions for construction zones and the deer crossing signs.

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

    Easy viewing

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

    Easy to see screen night or day since it adjusts automatically due to light. Great directions, saying things like “stay in two right lanes to exit”. Excellent device

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

    good simple too use

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

    Would like a longer warning on turns, sometimes difficult to change lanes when traffic is in the way. Milage warnings for changes are in miles ie 1/4 mile. I find a tenths of a mile easier to estimate

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

    Exactly What I Wanted

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

    This was exactly what I wanted. The learning curve was easy to handle and it kept us from getting lost in a city that I had ALWAYS gotten lost in before having the Garmin.

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

    very nice for someone who don't want to get lost

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

    Nice it lets me know when I'm getting near railroad tracks for school and speed limit changes never misses a spot always gets me to Jack Lee where I want to be

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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! Love how it tells me exactly when I get there. However, I didn't realize I would need to spend more and get a separate traffic cable to get all the benefits. I ordered that too and now I love it.: )

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

    Good screen voice ++ good GPS

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

    So far so good works +++ easy to read and up to date voices good All GPS devices need to advise sooner for directions and turns in all areas but this one is good

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

    Good gps for the $$

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

    Only gps I’ve used that shows which side of the road your destination is on when you look at directions summary. Good feature for me as I am a delivery driver

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

    Like the screen size

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

    I have been using a Garmin for the last 7 years and can't imagine traveling anywhere without it. It is an addition to my older model so I can have one in each vehicle.

    I would recommend this to a friend