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GPS City Q&A » Automotive GPS » Comparable units to Nuvi 550?

Automotive GPS (5 replies)

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Comparable units to Nuvi 550?

› Garmin Nuvi 550

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Muriel
Petersburg, VA

Original question asked on Jul 2, 2012, 8:39am

What are comparable GPS units to the Nuvi 550? I know about the Zumo line from Garmin, so no need to repeat those. What about units from Magellan, TomTom, or other manufacturers?

Jordan
GPS City

Reply #1 on Jul 2, 2012, 9:59am

What is your intended use? With that info we can recommend a product for you. The nuvi 550 is a basic unit that has some cross over features. If you are looking for a GPS unit that is suitable for most uses without losing many features then the Garmin Montana 650 is a great unit.
http://www.gpscity.com/garmin-montana-650.html
Mapping and other accessories for the Montana 650 are generally purchased separately.

Muriel
VA

Reply #2 on Jul 2, 2012, 10:10am

Thanks, Jordan! I'm looking to use the GPS for my motorcycle, but I can't afford the Zumo line. Too expensive. The Nuvi 550 is good, but I want to see what other options there are. For me, the top priority would be long battery life, at least greater than 5hrs. Most GPS don't seem to offer long battery life. Waterproof is not necessary though good. I ride only on roads.

Muriel
VA

Reply #3 on Jul 2, 2012, 10:12am

Oh, I just checked out your recommendation, the Garmin Montana 650. It's too pricey. :-(

Jordan
GPS City

Reply #4 on Jul 2, 2012, 7:53pm

The nuvi 550 would be the cheapest option that comes with mapping preloaded.

Muriel
VA

Reply #5 on Jul 3, 2012, 7:11am

Thank you, Jordan. Ah, it's too bad I don't have more options to compare it with. I do like the specs of the Nuvi 550 overall. The only thing I wish it had (as an upgrade from my Nuvi 255W) is lane assist, given how much MORE expensive the 550 is compared to my old 255W.

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