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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 356 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 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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87%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the DriveSmart 86's large, easy-to-view screen and its accurate, easy-to-navigate GPS system. Many appreciate the device's user-friendly interface and helpful map updates, including clear voice guidance. However, some users express concerns about the included mount's reliability and the device's susceptibility to overheating.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Satisfied Owner

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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.

    This gps is Great... The upgrade of the maps and the traffic features is fantastic; it is so convenient to have real-time traffic updates and alternate route suggestions, especially during rush hour. The voice command feature is load/clear enough to make it easy to navigate while keeping my eyes on the road. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and user-friendly navigation system.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Another great Garmin product

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

    I have always been well pleased with Garmin products. This GPS is no exception. It has all of the features that you could want and works great without any problems. This is the fourth Garmin GPS that I have purchased through the years and they have all worked well. I have also been well pleased with Garmin watches also. I have owned several and they have all worked well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin 86 Great Value

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

    Garmin 86 does everything I had hoped for and much more. I especially like that it can be mounted/viewed horizontal or vertical. Quite an overall improvement over the 66.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good GPS

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love using this GPS it works awesome and gets me to where I need to go. It's very good with providing quick updates if there is an accident or traffic delays. Voice clarity is very good

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the buy

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

    Nice display, up to date I would think, nice mount

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Gps

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A bit tricky, but still a good item overall

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

    It's a nice item with lots of functions, but is a pain in the butt to set up, the first time I used it, it ran me in circles, cost me an extra 5 hours on a 547 mile drive, I can't imagine how a person that isn't familiar with these things will ever be able to figure it out. Once I got it up & running properly, it was everything I hoped for & more.

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

    Scott Hedden

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

    Great GPS! It has all the bells and whistles. Great for going on trips or just driving around town. A little pricey but well worth the money. I would highly recommend

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

    Okay, but maps need serious overhaul

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

    Works well for out of town trips. But the maps, even when it states "Up to Date" are still about 4-5 years out of date. There have been roads completed in my area for the past few years that are still not on here. Device functions fine as far as navigation goes.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Large screen!

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I Love the large screen! Considering getting a 2nd!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Old man 75

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

    Size of screen is good but ease of operation is not. It would be nice to have a paper owner manual to read while trying to figure out the many things the GPS can do. I printed out the book which I down loaded it still is way to complicated for the average person my age. We need bigger screens not more bells and whistles.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic GPS

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

    This is a window gps that can be seen and heard, It works well and does what I need it to, Really like the Bluetooth aspect of it and the wireless connection to my home internet. Only complaint is that on the route planner it does not work well when you deviate from the route, you have to go back and restart it to get this proper line to follow.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best GPS for the money

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent GPS I can setup a border around NYC so it won’t route me over the GWB and dealing with ridiculous toll rates. Easy setup free updates and maps they have improved their product over time.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin is great!

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

    We had a Garmin GPS that was 10 - 15 years old and very small, so we wanted to upgrade before our trip. This worked perfectly!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Navigate

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

    Just what I was looking for and it was on sale too boot

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin 86

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

    Good Quality and easy to navigate, the only problem is connecting to Google crome for updates it takes to long but it's easier to update maps trough wi-fi

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I need my Garmin when I drive.

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use my Garmin every day driving around town, as well as for road trips. Works for me perfectly every time. I intend to have a garmin in my vehicle from now on.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great GPS

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

    This is a great GPS and for the size you can't beat itI have a Ford Escape and I have Navigation, but nothing beats Garmin, I have the 76 also, but I returned the 86 because using it with the bean bag just isn't good, you have to buy an adapter to make it work and I don't like the windshield mount.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great item

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

    Works great. Love going places and not having to ask directions.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best GPS

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

    One of the best gps. 100% recomendesd, Ill buy again

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great machine for the money

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

    Bought for my father in law but he is stuck in the 70’s. Worked great easy to use and setup was a snap. Hooked into phone as easy as 123.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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