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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

    Fast/Easy .. Works

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

    I found this to be a great upgrade over an older TomTom Go. Huge 7" screen with a touchscreen that is very responsive like my Smartphone (Pixel 2 XL). Very fast, with easy updates and upgrades over WiFi = all i have to do is pull into the driveway and it automatically connects to my home WiFi and gets any updates/upgrades that it needs! I have an older car without Bluetooth calling and this allows me to easily set up and use hands-free Bluetooth calling/messaging. Some may "complain" that it uses cell phone data for traffic updates, when needed, BUT, the data used is very minimal. Absolutely recommend!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product!

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

    This product is amazing, a necessity for every person who travels a lot by land in its own vehicle, excellent images great color, nice size, and beautiful screen.

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

    Great Navigation

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

    I bought this Garmin because my last one was just too old and not working well. This one is fantastic with all the features it has. I am so happy that I chose this model.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Grampa LOVED this!

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

    For elderly, this unit is amazing and large screen to read and touch. I highly recommend this for that and for anybody that likes to set it and forget it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great screen size

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

    This is my 4th Garmin, and the largest. I prefer these over using my smartphone. The screen is bright, easy to use. I could not resist Best Buy's sale price on this item.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    This excellent for travel

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

    This Garmin is easy to pack for travel, easy to use, and the extras make navigating unknown areas a breeze. It even tells you when the speed limit changes, and where red llight cameras are located.

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

    Awesome GPS

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

    What took me so long! It is truly state of the art

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good one

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

    The only difference between the low end model and this model is the screen clarity and bluetooth connectivity. But if you car is latest and has bluetooth connectivity then the bluetooth feature is not useful

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

    Great upgrade

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

    Great gps upgrade to my 15 year old gps that was a basic gps. Really like map updates with out a fee, speed limit display, notification of speed limit change

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

    Nice Display and Features

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

    Used my brother-in-laws Garmin on a trip to Colorado and fell in love with it. After we got back bought one for us and have no regrets. I know we can use the smartphone but we're not always within coverage traveling and so far this has never failed. Also during times like evacuations cell service gets overloaded. The Garmin maps shows all of the roads so you mighht be able to get around traffic more easily than trying to look at paper maps. Hope we never have to try that out but like knowing we have that potential. Gave it 5 stars but will update shoud we encounter any problems.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Voice command

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great GPS

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

    GPS works great. The voice command is a really good feature. Sometimes you have to repeat the address more than once. I would have given a five star if the command feature was a little better.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Voice command

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really smart GPS.

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

    This GPS has tons of features. Voice commands, option to pair and answer your call phone and lots of other important features. Merry Christmas and lucky me!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Screen size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great screen

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

    Mainly purchased because of screen size and it is great. Like the new function to size map to expand view. Hate the fact that I haven’t been able to download lists of coordinates like the old Garmin.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Voice command

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin 7" screen

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

    Works good. I'm just new to the gps world so I'm having a little difficulty myself but the voice command part is really cool.

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

    best garmin for me

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

    Love the picture of the exit I'm going to take, faster to my next point than my old garmin, like the fact that everything is already updated in the system.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin DriveSmart 61

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

    Large screen is better than previous models, which made it easier to see the route. The ability to link to my phone it great. Ease of use makes this one a must for people that are on the road often.

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

    Great for travels

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

    Very pleased with the Smartdrive so far, enjoy the lifetime map updates. My only complaint is that the usb cord included does not charge the device while plugged into the computer for updates.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    Last Garmin I bought was over 10 years ago. This one has come a long way. Prompts to pull over and rest if you been driving long and recommends rest stops.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Yeet

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

    Excellent product. Does exactly what a gps should do and more. I like that it gives you upcoming road names

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Clear and Beautiful

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

    Great screen size and amazing directions! The detailed directions and images are excellent! Connects to my phone and gives me traffic updates.

    I would recommend this to a friend