Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- 010-01681-02
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- SKU:
- 5715634
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 2820 reviews
(2,820 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.4
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.5
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Screen size, Voice command
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Gps
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the larger screen. We upgraded from our old Garmin to this one and it is wonderful. Love the voice command feature.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent device to keep
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased the device as my need was to have a bigger screen .. and I have to say that its pretty amazing .. the interface is very responsive however, the voice commands needed some tries (which is why the 4 stars) .. I would recommend to anyone who is looking to buy a complete GPS system that also integrates with your phone .. unfortunately, I could not keep it for long as we decided to switch our vehicle with one that came with a built in navigation system.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Garmin Yet
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is my first voice activated Garmin. It works pretty well as much as any voice activated device can in a moving car with road noise. The screen is great. I have always used Garmin's and this one is no disappointment.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very useful even over today’s phones. Easy to read screen and free map updates. Best of all your phone isn’t tied up.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great size
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was a replacement for my one that was stolen from my vehicle. Before I had used the 5 inch screen and had been happy. However I am finding this bigger screen great. So much easier to see and better when traveling and might need to find a stop along the way. Only issue I have had has been because of size and where I put my phone it can be a bit in the way. But not a huge deal.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Voice command
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Mostly excellent and fun to use.
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality voice command works excellently. The search engine can be inaccurate and it will choose an alternate address without warning. Garmin’s search engine is inefficient it starts from the number of the address progressing up to the state searching many more data than necessary and not finding the target. TomTom starts from the state down to street address searching many fewer data thus is quicker and more accurate. It also guesses better. I still carry my Old TomTom just in case.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Replaced my old garmin
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was not happy using my wife's iphone's GPS, since I like to see a map right up when I'm driving. I had an older Garmin and had good service from it, but it was time for an upgrade. This new model does not disappoint.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Washing Machine
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The washer is deep for large loads that's perfect for our 4 person family. Lots of great features and easy to operate.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Gps, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great upgrade.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is an upgrade from my old garment. Bigger screen, better directions, and Bluetooth for hands free phone calls.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great GPS for any level of user.
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Although this is one of the pricier unit on the market, this unit has features that anyone will appreciate. The larger screen makes it easier for anyone to see. The graphics are crisp and informative. The close-ups of exits are very helpful in finding the proper exit. The verbal explanations of turns accurately describe where to turn, at the traffic light or at the stop sign for example. I would suggest this unit for anyone, especially seniors.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best GPS in price range
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Was looking to replace Garmin nuvi 205w that was over 12 years old and starting to act up. This unit, although much larger, is a great replacement. Easy to use but a slight learning curve. Many connectivity options and settings. Coolest feature is that an actual photo is displayed for exits or it shows which lane you should be in to make that exit. Not sure if that's everywhere but has worked great here in south Texas and in deeper rural areas. Overall very happy.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love the big screen !
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This Garmin is easy to use. Love the clear images and the big screen makes it easy to glance at while driving!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great BIG GPS
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A 7 inch GPS? Perfect. Voice activated? Perfect. Quick re-routes. Yep. Live traffic (with a separate accessory purchase)? Uh-huh. I am happy. No more using my phone and burning through my data plan when I have this beast. I was lucky to have bought this on Black Friday and at the time saved $50. I am pleased. The only reason for the 4 star and not 5 star rating is because I had to purchase the traffic cable. My choice though so I should not complain.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Has everything
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very easy to use. Has everything you need. You can connect your phone to it for hands free calling. Very useful.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Gps
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Garmin can get confused
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.When the Garmin GPS works correctly, it is a gem helping us to get where we need to be. However there are other times when the voice directed us on a wild goose chase. Once it directed us to a power station at the end of a dead end road, and the worst fault was when it did not get us to the airport and we almost were late to return the rental car. It would be helpful if a small instruction manual were included in the box. Also, Garmin should program helpful instructions right into the device to cover the basics and assist new users.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Helps a lot from getting lost.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Somewhat of a learning curve on your first few uses. A lot of options which help after you learn to use them. Once you get used to it, it works great. Like the quick response when you miss a turn and are given alternate routes without backtracking.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Awesome gps
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great size very clear screen. Not good to place on windshiield will take up a lot of space disrupting your view of the road. Best to place it on dash board. Turn by turn directions are great and visiual realistic view helps. I love the fact it uses land marks such as turn at gas station or at the light is also great. However voice cammands is good except I have to yell for it to hear me. Traffic alerts is a must have used it during Chrismas traffic and was able to direct to faster routes AWESOME!! gave it 4 star due to yelling at it during voice commands.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Garmin - DriveSmart 61 LMT-S 6.95" GPS with Built-
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great GPS. After having used it for a few months, I am loving it. I bought it since it has a large screen, and that has not disappointed me. The screen is just awesome. The voice command could be better and I hope gets an upgrade so that even when speaking from a distance, it can catch the names. The touch screen is great. The directions have been fine and I have not yet experienced a case of misdirection! I have not used the blue tooth function yet. Not sure if I need to.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Screen sizeCons mentioned:Battery life
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
love it
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the size of the screen and how it is updated and the extra storage space and capability to keep it up to date , the only down fall is battery life.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from GarminProductExpert
Posted .Hello, thank you for leaving a review. I'm glad you're enjoying your DriveSmart device.
Note that the battery life of this device is up to 1 hour. The device is generally meant to be connected to vehicle power during use.
Battery life can be extended by turning down the volume or the brightness of the screen.
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- Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super Nav System
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Just a great little nav. Super easy set up. Voice activated. Great features. Well worth the money. Super, super, super.
I would recommend this to a friend






