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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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GPS for ever

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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.

    Garmin - DriveSmart 61 LMT-S 6.95" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black. This is a very good GPS

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice GPS

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

    Easy to update. Good features like vehicle speed vs speed limit. Indicator for changing speed limit is good.Voice commands are good. Battery life isn't very long

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

    Nice Big Screen

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

    Screen seems even bigger than my 6" 65 LMT which was stolen. Too big for suction cup on windshield so you'll need to buy the biggest stand. Can't remember model number but was only about $20. Have a new vehicle with built in navigation. The garmin finds places that the car can't all the time. The garmin map layout and lane directions are so much better than other gps units I've used (stock vehicle, apple maps, google). Great when traveling to big cities when there's 7 lanes (i.e., LA!) and you need to be in the 3rd lane from the left.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Unit Works Well

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unit works well. Sharp display and will alert you to incoming phone calls and texts.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Manufacturer supplied charging cable is a failure

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

    This was a gift from my wife. I couldn't turn it on and experiment with it since it was only 6% charged. I connected the charging cable and received a message that the charging cable is not compatible [or something like that], and will not charge the unit. I did some research on the internet and others have experienced the same problem. I returned the item and am back to using the map app on my smart phone. Garmin, you used to be good; not anymore.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    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 daughters car. She can navigate the interface easily and gets her to where she needs to go without getting lost.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great display, great directions.

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

    Biggest display at Best Buy. Nice and clear. Easy to see and easy to hear. It's not Google maps, but then it doesn't use data either.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Its like getting directions from a friend

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

    Loving this Gps. Like getting step by step directions from a friend.Best decision purchase I've made in the past 60 days

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Voice command

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Garmin

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

    Great updated Garmin. Great for getting directions just by speaking. You do not have to type the information into the device.

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

    Great navigation device

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

    I bought this as my husband was working out of town and he would need the other GPS we had for his job. We bought this one for me. I love it. I like the optional settings such as the "reminder" to take a break for food, fuel or restroom (which gives you an option for each). I highly recommend this for anyone.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Product

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

    This GPS replaced a TomTom that I had for years that would not hold a charge any longer. Worked excellent okn first two trips I used it for.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Second Garmin

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

    I got tired of switching my first Garmin back and forth between my two vehicles, so I decided to get a second Garmin. Love them both!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AWESOME GPS FOR MY DAUGHTER

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

    This gps allows my daughter to do everything that she needs, which includes Bluetooth, voice commands, navigation, messages and more.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent GPS

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

    This unit performs very well and the voice command feature takes it to another level.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really Good Screen

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

    This is first six inch Garmin that significantly improved the readability over a five inch screen. Significant upgrade to the hardware

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    easy to use

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

    The Garmin is easy to use and updates quickly. Be sure to update as soon as you buy it--it may have been in the store for a while.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent!

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

    Easy to set up and use. Very straightforward navigation. Very glad I bought this! 10/10 would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great GPS

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

    Always have preferred Garmin. Easy updates, Easy usage. This is my second Garmin in 6 years. I highly recommend this brand.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great GPS

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

    My husband is a tow driver and he has to have a GPS. He loves this and all the functions it provides and the big screen.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great display

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

    the size of the display is great for older adults who might need larger font to see!

    I would recommend this to a friend