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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

  • Quality

    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:
    Ease of use
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    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great gps very accurate

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

    Very nice features and easy to update with wifi easy to use but worry about batterie how long it will last

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      The battery life on this model is up to 1 hour from a full charge. Garmin

  • Pros mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the size of the Garmin. I do a lot of traveling for work and this Garmin works great for that.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Please with our new Garmin

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

    this garmin is so easy to read because of the larger size and we really like the alerts for reduced speed and school zones etc.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice upgrade, happy so far

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

    Overall I love it. The large screen makes the difference. But ot seems to have a slight delay on touch commands. Other than that it is awesome!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice large screen

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

    Nice large screen the ability to sync with phone update maps using phone data plan directly from gps live traffic and weather

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

    So Far, So Good

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

    Haven't had it long but so far everything works great! I upgraded from a Street Pilot 1, yep, it was over 20 years old. I bought the Costa Rica maps online from a different vendor, downloaded those and also updated the maps that were online for the DriveSmart 61. Piece of cake! I will give a more thorough review after 2-1/2 months in Costa Rica. Happy Trails amigos!

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

    A huge help

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

    I love having a dedicated gps so I'm not using phone data, and this one has some great features! Really does help get you where you need to go! I love it

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great. Best Garmin I have ever had

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

    We travel a lot now that we are retired. This Garmin has made traveling so much easier and less stressful.

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

    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.

    Easy to download updates, nice size screen, voice is clear and easy to understand. Very happy with this purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the big screen

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

    Does everything I expected. I like the built in Bluetooth. Didn't buy it for that but find myself using it a lot.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Well worth the money

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

    Get this on sale during black friday. Used this for moving cross country. Very happy with the huge screen and features.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just like a Garmin should be. Excellent

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

    I love my Garmin GPS. It is a great product. I do not expect anything less out of Garmin, but a great product

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

    One of the best gps

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

    I wwas in need of a gps and after checking out different gps this gps had everything I needed. Money well spent.

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

    Is the best brand .

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

    I have bought several Garmin GPS's over the years . So far I like this one the best because of all the features .

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this High definition screen

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

    I bought this since it has a large HD screen After I purchased this, I found out it has a built in WiFi I love this

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    the best GPS out there

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

    An Awesome GPS that has updated maps and a large screen . Gives you enough notice before you have to turn

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

    A great driving tool.

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

    I had a Garmin NUVI for many years and wanted to get new features available in the Garmin Drive Smart 61. The Voice Commands were one item, ability to change routes and others. I was surprised at being alerted to corners ahead, school zones, speed zone changes and others. Just a wonderful and fun tool to drive with.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Voice GPS

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

    I love this voice gps. I can say where I want to go and it gives me options. Very easy to use and read.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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

    incredible the quality of this gps. an incredible screen, good touch and tremendous quality thank you very much.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Nice Graphics

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

    The clarity of the graphics is fantastic. The size is also great for those of us over 40 who need a little larger screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend