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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for easy to use handheld gps.

For years, GPS meant a bulky device that was tethered to your dashboard by a cable and whose screen was the size of a small TV. But in recent years, handheld GPS devices have shrunk and lightened to the point where they're actually comfortable to carry around. Browse the top-ranked list of easy-to-use handheld GPSes below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Garmin - Zumo XT2 6" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth and Map Updates - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "It is the perfect navigation device. It was very easy to install on my motorcycle. Really easy to see while riding and works great with gloves....Easy to use, 500 mile off road trip no issues. Mounted to the handle bars of my enduro, to days full sun was easy to read. "

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    The zūmoXT2 rugged motorcycle navigator is built for adventure with a larger and brighter 6” sunlight-readable display that is built to withstand weather and handlebar vibrations. The new visual route planner lets you customize your journey with options such as choosing between a thrilling ride with extra twists and turns or experiencing a more efficient route. Start a group ride to track your friends on the zūmo display (requires the use of the Tread smartphone app). See popular moto paths and use satellite imagery to find new places to explore. Afterward, share your ride details, including elevation, acceleration and deceleration. For motorcyclists looking for the ultimate navigator, get ready to enjoy the ride.
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    "It is the perfect navigation device. It was very easy to install on my motorcycle. Really easy to see while riding and works great with gloves....Easy to use, 500 mile off road trip no issues. Mounted to the handle bars of my enduro, to days full sun was easy to read. "

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    The zūmoXT2 rugged motorcycle navigator is built for adventure with a larger and brighter 6” sunlight-readable display that is built to withstand weather and handlebar vibrations. The new visual route planner lets you customize your journey with options such as choosing between a thrilling ride with extra twists and turns or experiencing a more efficient route. Start a group ride to track your friends on the zūmo display (requires the use of the Tread smartphone app). See popular moto paths and use satellite imagery to find new places to explore. Afterward, share your ride details, including elevation, acceleration and deceleration. For motorcyclists looking for the ultimate navigator, get ready to enjoy the ride.
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  2. Garmin - Zumo 396 LMT-S; GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Perfect & Easy to use for older gen...Its a perfect fit for a can am spyder & easy to use for older generation. Touch pad is easy to use and sound level is great!...ZUMO 396 GPS Made my trip better....I bought this recently and went on a 1300 mile motorcycle trip. I found it easy to use and it performed flawlessly. I liked the filters, especially the adventure mode. "

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    Ride alone or share the adventure on a group ride with this Garmin motorcycle navigator. Rugged and glove-friendly, it lets you select fun rides and wirelessly share them with other riders for safe and enjoyable trips. This Garmin motorcycle navigator helps you stay safe with road and weather alerts and automatic incident text messages.
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    "Perfect & Easy to use for older gen...Its a perfect fit for a can am spyder & easy to use for older generation. Touch pad is easy to use and sound level is great!...ZUMO 396 GPS Made my trip better....I bought this recently and went on a 1300 mile motorcycle trip. I found it easy to use and it performed flawlessly. I liked the filters, especially the adventure mode. "

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    Ride alone or share the adventure on a group ride with this Garmin motorcycle navigator. Rugged and glove-friendly, it lets you select fun rides and wirelessly share them with other riders for safe and enjoyable trips. This Garmin motorcycle navigator helps you stay safe with road and weather alerts and automatic incident text messages.
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  3. Garmin - inReach Mini 2 Compact Satellite Communicator 1.3" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Flame Red - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Easy to use...I have only used it a few times, in town, to test it. Works well and is easy to use and understand....Light weight and easy to use...I bought this for use on the Great Divide. It was easy to attach to a feed bag. "

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    Home is closer than you think with inReach Mini 2. This compact satellite communicator adds peace of mind to your adventures without adding weight to your pack. (Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices). Stay in touch globally with two-way communication and interactive SOS capabilities (active satellite subscription required). TracBack routing navigates you back to your starting point the same way you came — right on your device. You can also share your location with loved ones back home by using your MapShare page or with your coordinates embedded in your messages. The digital compass delivers accurate heading information, even when you’re not moving. Use the Garmin Explore app on a compatible smartphone to plan trips, access topographical maps, create waypoints and courses you can sync to your device, and more. Stay on adventures longer with up to 14 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode.
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    "Easy to use...I have only used it a few times, in town, to test it. Works well and is easy to use and understand....Light weight and easy to use...I bought this for use on the Great Divide. It was easy to attach to a feed bag. "

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    Product Description

    Home is closer than you think with inReach Mini 2. This compact satellite communicator adds peace of mind to your adventures without adding weight to your pack. (Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices). Stay in touch globally with two-way communication and interactive SOS capabilities (active satellite subscription required). TracBack routing navigates you back to your starting point the same way you came — right on your device. You can also share your location with loved ones back home by using your MapShare page or with your coordinates embedded in your messages. The digital compass delivers accurate heading information, even when you’re not moving. Use the Garmin Explore app on a compatible smartphone to plan trips, access topographical maps, create waypoints and courses you can sync to your device, and more. Stay on adventures longer with up to 14 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode.
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  4. Garmin - inReach Mini 2 Compact Satellite Communicator 1.3" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Works flawlessly with the IPhone and the app from Garmin. Easy to use and easy to carry. Highly recommended....Easy to Use...The Garmin inReach Mini 2 is easy to set up and use. Very small and easy to clip to my pack for emergency access. "

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    Home is closer than you think with inReach Mini 2. This compact satellite communicator adds peace of mind to your adventures without adding weight to your pack. (Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices). Stay in touch globally with two-way communication and interactive SOS capabilities (active satellite subscription required). TracBack routing navigates you back to your starting point the same way you came — right on your device. You can also share your location with loved ones back home by using your MapShare page or with your coordinates embedded in your messages. The digital compass delivers accurate heading information, even when you’re not moving. Use the Garmin Explore app on a compatible smartphone to plan trips, access topographical maps, create waypoints and courses you can sync to your device, and more. Stay on adventures longer with up to 14 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode.
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    "Works flawlessly with the IPhone and the app from Garmin. Easy to use and easy to carry. Highly recommended....Easy to Use...The Garmin inReach Mini 2 is easy to set up and use. Very small and easy to clip to my pack for emergency access. "

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    Product Description

    Home is closer than you think with inReach Mini 2. This compact satellite communicator adds peace of mind to your adventures without adding weight to your pack. (Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices). Stay in touch globally with two-way communication and interactive SOS capabilities (active satellite subscription required). TracBack routing navigates you back to your starting point the same way you came — right on your device. You can also share your location with loved ones back home by using your MapShare page or with your coordinates embedded in your messages. The digital compass delivers accurate heading information, even when you’re not moving. Use the Garmin Explore app on a compatible smartphone to plan trips, access topographical maps, create waypoints and courses you can sync to your device, and more. Stay on adventures longer with up to 14 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode.
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  5. Garmin - Edge 1030 Plus 3.5" Advanced GPS bike computer with multi-region cycle map - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Great product that is easy to use...The display is a good size for me and easy to use the touch screen. The battery life is good with plenty of charge left after 200 miles of riding. ...Easy to use...I like, easy to use and hopeful Definitely recommended"

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    Explore your world and your limits with Edge® 1030 Plus. This advanced GPS cycling computer helps you set and exceed training goals with structured workouts that sync to your device. It also provides workout suggestions based on your training load and VO2 max (When paired with compatible sensors). With ClimbPro pacing guidance to get you through a tough ascent, MTB dynamics that track every epic jump and the ability to pause your route guidance if you intentionally go off course to explore, this tour de force is ready for any ride. If you’re updating from an older Edge computer, your existing ride profiles and data fields sync to your new one with no fuss. Incident detection and assistance features send your real-time location to emergency contacts (When paired with a compatible smartphone), and it’s compatible with inReach® satellite communicators for two-way messaging.
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    "Great product that is easy to use...The display is a good size for me and easy to use the touch screen. The battery life is good with plenty of charge left after 200 miles of riding. ...Easy to use...I like, easy to use and hopeful Definitely recommended"

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    Product Description

    Explore your world and your limits with Edge® 1030 Plus. This advanced GPS cycling computer helps you set and exceed training goals with structured workouts that sync to your device. It also provides workout suggestions based on your training load and VO2 max (When paired with compatible sensors). With ClimbPro pacing guidance to get you through a tough ascent, MTB dynamics that track every epic jump and the ability to pause your route guidance if you intentionally go off course to explore, this tour de force is ready for any ride. If you’re updating from an older Edge computer, your existing ride profiles and data fields sync to your new one with no fuss. Incident detection and assistance features send your real-time location to emergency contacts (When paired with a compatible smartphone), and it’s compatible with inReach® satellite communicators for two-way messaging.
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  6. Garmin - eTrex 22x 2.2" GPS - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: 010-02256-00
    SKU: 6455649
    Top comment

    "I did not require the extras on the 32x. Easy to use. Price point was very competitive. Delivery was prompt."

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    Product Description

    Explore with confidence with eTrex® 22x, a rugged GPS handheld with a 2.2” sunlight-readable color display. It comes preloaded with TopoActive mapping featuring routable roads and trails to explore when cycling and hiking. Add even more maps via the microSD™ card slot and 8 GB of internal memory. With dual-satellite support (GPS and GLONASS), it tracks in more challenging environments than GPS alone.
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    Top comment

    "I did not require the extras on the 32x. Easy to use. Price point was very competitive. Delivery was prompt."

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    Product Description

    Explore with confidence with eTrex® 22x, a rugged GPS handheld with a 2.2” sunlight-readable color display. It comes preloaded with TopoActive mapping featuring routable roads and trails to explore when cycling and hiking. Add even more maps via the microSD™ card slot and 8 GB of internal memory. With dual-satellite support (GPS and GLONASS), it tracks in more challenging environments than GPS alone.
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  7. Garmin - Edge 130 Plus Compact 1.8" GPS bike computer with training features bundle - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Perfect starter GPS loaded with useful features....I have a Garmin 500 GPS from 2013 and many other Garmin watches etc... ...Accurate and easy to use, battery enough for wherever you got & easy to paring"

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    Product Description

    Make every ride count with Edge® 130 Plus. This compact GPS cycling computer shows how far and how fast you rode. Sync structured workouts right to your device, and pair to an indoor trainer to bring your outdoor rides indoors (coming soon). Edge 130 Plus even helps you gauge your effort during the remainder of a hilly ride by using the ClimbPro feature, which keeps track of the remaining ascent. And because it’s GPS, you’ll always know where you’re headed and how to get back with reliable navigation tools. It even has incident detection and assistance features to send your real-time location to emergency contacts (When paired with a compatible smartphone) should you need help.
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    "Perfect starter GPS loaded with useful features....I have a Garmin 500 GPS from 2013 and many other Garmin watches etc... ...Accurate and easy to use, battery enough for wherever you got & easy to paring"

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    Product Description

    Make every ride count with Edge® 130 Plus. This compact GPS cycling computer shows how far and how fast you rode. Sync structured workouts right to your device, and pair to an indoor trainer to bring your outdoor rides indoors (coming soon). Edge 130 Plus even helps you gauge your effort during the remainder of a hilly ride by using the ClimbPro feature, which keeps track of the remaining ascent. And because it’s GPS, you’ll always know where you’re headed and how to get back with reliable navigation tools. It even has incident detection and assistance features to send your real-time location to emergency contacts (When paired with a compatible smartphone) should you need help.
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  8. Garmin - GPSMAP 65 2.6" GPS with Built-in Bluetooth - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Easy to use...Great product for our 10 day pack in hunt. Was very easy to use and easy to set up. Downloaded the Colorado hunt imagery from the Garmin website and everything was working perfectly. "

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    Product Description

    Find your way in this big, wide world with GPSMAP® 65. This rugged handheld offers multi-band technology and expanded GNSS support for optimal accuracy in steep country, urban canyons and forests with dense trees. It has a 2.6” color display and button-operated design. Wireless connectivity through BLUETOOTH® and ANT+® technologies provides compatibility with the Garmin Explore™ website and app (compatible smartphone required) to help you manage tracks, routes and waypoints and review statistics from the field
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    "Easy to use...Great product for our 10 day pack in hunt. Was very easy to use and easy to set up. Downloaded the Colorado hunt imagery from the Garmin website and everything was working perfectly. "

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    Product Description

    Find your way in this big, wide world with GPSMAP® 65. This rugged handheld offers multi-band technology and expanded GNSS support for optimal accuracy in steep country, urban canyons and forests with dense trees. It has a 2.6” color display and button-operated design. Wireless connectivity through BLUETOOTH® and ANT+® technologies provides compatibility with the Garmin Explore™ website and app (compatible smartphone required) to help you manage tracks, routes and waypoints and review statistics from the field
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  9. Garmin - Montana 700 5" GPS with Built-in Bluetooth - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Great GPS for people who love the outdoors. Easy to use and very accurate, I’ll be using this on my UTV and while hunting and fishing....Garmin Montana 700 5" GPS...Large, bright, and clear display. Easy to use."

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    Product Description

    Montana® 700 is for outdoor enthusiasts who want a rugged, versatile GPS handheld with routable mapping for roads and trails. Its glove-friendly 5” color touchscreen is 50% larger than earlier models. Multi-GNSS support, ABC sensors and preloaded TopoActive maps provide all the on- or off-road capability you’d want for navigation on foot, bike, kayak, ATV and more. Wireless pro-connectivity gives you direct-to-device BirdsEye Satellite Imagery downloads, location sharing, Connect IQ™ app support and more. Extend battery life for more than a week with the new ultralow-powered Expedition mode. For hunters and trainers, the IPX7-rated unit syncs with compatible Astro® or Alpha® series handhelds (sold separately) to help track sporting dogs in the field.
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    "Great GPS for people who love the outdoors. Easy to use and very accurate, I’ll be using this on my UTV and while hunting and fishing....Garmin Montana 700 5" GPS...Large, bright, and clear display. Easy to use."

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    Montana® 700 is for outdoor enthusiasts who want a rugged, versatile GPS handheld with routable mapping for roads and trails. Its glove-friendly 5” color touchscreen is 50% larger than earlier models. Multi-GNSS support, ABC sensors and preloaded TopoActive maps provide all the on- or off-road capability you’d want for navigation on foot, bike, kayak, ATV and more. Wireless pro-connectivity gives you direct-to-device BirdsEye Satellite Imagery downloads, location sharing, Connect IQ™ app support and more. Extend battery life for more than a week with the new ultralow-powered Expedition mode. For hunters and trainers, the IPX7-rated unit syncs with compatible Astro® or Alpha® series handhelds (sold separately) to help track sporting dogs in the field.
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  10. Garmin - GPSMAP 67i 3" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Over an amazing product I use it for work and recreational."

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    Go explore the outdoors — and stay connected to home — with the GPSMAP 67i handheld. Using inReach technology, this button-operated GPS handheld and satellite communicator enables two-way messaging and location tracking (active subscription required; some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices). You can also trigger an interactive SOS to Garmin Response, a 24/7 staffed emergency response coordination center. Navigate confidently with preloaded TopoActive mapping and satellite imagery. When paired with your compatible smartphone, you can access active weather forecasts and Geocaching Live. Use the Garmin Explore website or app on your compatible smartphone to help you plan trips and more, and download premium maps with an Outdoor Maps+ subscription. During extended activities, turn on expedition mode for up to 425 hours of battery life in 30-minute tracking mode.
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    "Over an amazing product I use it for work and recreational."

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    Product Description

    Go explore the outdoors — and stay connected to home — with the GPSMAP 67i handheld. Using inReach technology, this button-operated GPS handheld and satellite communicator enables two-way messaging and location tracking (active subscription required; some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices). You can also trigger an interactive SOS to Garmin Response, a 24/7 staffed emergency response coordination center. Navigate confidently with preloaded TopoActive mapping and satellite imagery. When paired with your compatible smartphone, you can access active weather forecasts and Geocaching Live. Use the Garmin Explore website or app on your compatible smartphone to help you plan trips and more, and download premium maps with an Outdoor Maps+ subscription. During extended activities, turn on expedition mode for up to 425 hours of battery life in 30-minute tracking mode.
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