Garmin eTrex Legend HCx (GPS)

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx
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Product Age Average review date: 20-10-2008

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May, 2012

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Great for first time geocaching

By bagpuss69 (play.com) Read the full review

Once you have set the waypoints and all set up it is easy to use. Just keep moving and walk a few steps and will adjust to the satalite signal. Takes a bit of playing with at first, but its my first gps and got used to it within days

Oct, 2009 2009-10-18   5

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

By ben1777 (ciao.co.uk) Read the full review

This is a tough, well designed and compact handheld gps device. Personally I use this for mountain biking, with the GB Topographic map, and find that it accomplishes what I need it to do very well and is extremely accurate. It has a microSD slot which...

Tough, compact, waterproof, accurate, cheaper than bike specific gps

Expensive maps, Poor bike handlebar mount, slow data transfer

May, 2009 2009-05-20   4

Garmin ETrex Legend HCX

By scott (reevoo.com) Read the full review

good menu and colour

no bike mount bracket and you cant enter post codes

Feb, 2009 2009-02-24   3.5

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Manufacturer's Description

Deep foliage, nor canyons phase the rugged eTrex Legend HCx. Its high-sensitivity receiver holds a GPS signal in the toughest environments. Similar to the Legend Cx, this handheld navigator also has a bright color screen, microSD card slot and automatic routing for wherever adventure takes you. With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, eTrex Legend HCx locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy cover and deep canyons. The advantage is...

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alaTest has collected and analysed 657 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the screen. The performance is also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some mixed comments about the voice guidance and value for money.

We analysed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 67/100 = Good quality.

May, 2012 2012-05-19 alaScore 67 3.4

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

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Jun, 2008 2008-06-17 No rating -0.1

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Garmin eTrex Legend HCx review

By Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

One of Garmin's newer eTrex H-series receivers, the Legend HCx updates the very popular Legend Cx. The “H” stands for high-sensitivity chipset, to ensure great satellite reception under canopy and in other situations where you have a limited view of...

I've had a chance to try out the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx recently. This is my first extended experience with an eTrex model since I purchased my first GPS — an eTrex Venture — many years ago.

Jul, 2007 2007-07-26 No rating -0.1

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Garmin eTrex Legend Cx Review

By Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

The Garmin eTrex Legend Cx updates the popular Legend C model by adding a micro-SD card slot for expandable memory (hence the "x"). This is a great upgrade, since the Legend C's 24 MB of internal memory was almost too small to effectively utilize City...

Mar, 2006 2006-03-09 No rating -0.1

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Garmin eTrex Legend Cx

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See a pattern forming here? Moving on the eTrex line, Garmin should shortly be releasing the Garmin eTrex Legend Cx GPS. You will find the following goodies inside: WAAS enabled Built-in basemap Automatic route calculation Turn-by-turn directions...

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Nov, 2005 2005-11-28 No rating -0.1

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Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

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The eTrex Legend HCx is a pretty safe bet if you are not too concerned about having an electronic compass and barometric altimeter. While these features will be missed by some people, this unit compares well to many GPS systems in many ways and has a...

This product has a reputation for ruggedness

Lack of barometric altimeter may be a drawback for some

This is an economical GPS unit well suited for many outdoor activities.

  3.5

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Garmin ETrex Legend CX

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The Garmin eTrex Legend CX is, simply put, hard to beat. With a newly expanded, microSD card compatible memory and an improved integrated trip computer, maps, atlases and other information essential for navigation can be located conveniently in the...

The Garmin eTrex Legend CX is, simply put, hard to beat. With a newly expanded, microSD card compatible memory and an improved integrated trip computer, maps, atlases and other information essential for navigation can be located conveniently in the...

But not to worry, while its size and weight are pocket-friendly, it is encased in a sturdy, water-resistant shell that can sustain the typical abuse that comes with exploring.

  2.5

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alaTest has collected and analysed 124 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from amazon.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Oct, 2001 to Feb, 2012. The average user rating from amazon.co.uk is 85 out of 100.

  115 Users positive 9 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 2 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from ciao.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Dec, 2007 to May, 2009. The average user rating from ciao.co.uk is 50 out of 100.

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Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

This is a tough, well designed and compact handheld gps device. Personally I use this for mountain biking, with the GB Topographic map, and find that

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

Warning: to buy any form of maps for this device expect to pay a lot of money (£100+). Note: Intended to use my device for navigation on road bicycle

  1 Users positive 1 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from play.com. This user review was collected in 2009-10-18, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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Great for first time geocaching

Once you have set the waypoints and all set up it is easy to use. Just keep moving and walk a few steps and will adjust to the satalite signal. Takes

  1 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 3 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from reevoo.com. The user reviews were collected from Jan, 2009 to Feb, 2009. The average user rating from reevoo.com is 87 out of 100.

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Garmin ETrex Legend HCX

Good size, long battery life, colour screen Cheaper maps for loading, ariel let me down

Garmin ETrex Legend HCX

good menu and colour no bike mount bracket and you cant enter post codes

Garmin ETrex Legend HCX

An excellant tool to use when navigating Reviewer left no comment

  3 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 16 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from cnet.com. The user reviews were collected from Mar, 2006 to Feb, 2010. The average user rating from cnet.com is 61 out of 100.

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Great all-around GPS unit

Easy to use, lots of features, high sensitivity, micros SD storage, color Battery life is a little low

Versatile--almost too versatile.

This is my first GPS, so I like it, but the manuals don't help much. Basic navigation is easy. I figured out where we were on a hiking trip last week

Need to improve on reception part

cant called it as PERFECT gps its easy to use and handy weak reception

Works well, but documentation is dreadful

The unit works well and may be more than adequate for geocaching, but for general use in the car or for walking it leaves much to be desired. Without

  10 Users positive 6 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 3 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from shopzilla.com. The user reviews were collected from Jun, 2007 to Oct, 2008. The average user rating from shopzilla.com is 67 out of 100.

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Worth Keeping With You ....

1 hand opperation, accurate, long bat life, Slightly small screen size, dim screen without backlight

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easy to use, doesn't break if dropped, good screen soft sides seem to be coming off, lack of maps

Buy one that speaks and has street level graphics

small, light weight does not speak, must pay $100.00 or more for streets

  2 Users positive 1 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 16 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from newegg.com. The user reviews were collected from Mar, 2006 to Jan, 2011. The average user rating from newegg.com is 98 out of 100.

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Awesome GPS for Geotagging Photos

Perfect for throwing in your backpack for geotagging. Simple to use, really nice product. Sensitive receiver - can get a fix inside most buildings wi

OK, but lacks finesse and speed

After 10 years I expected a bit more. But it will do the job. I'm sure I will enjoy using it. I had left my first Garmin eTrex after almost 10 years

Awesome GPS product

Bought this for geo-tagging my photos and it works great. Buy a memory card because at 1 GPS fix/second the onboard space fills up fast. Using the mem

excellent purchase

I havent used this back in the states yet, but if it can survive the elements and atmosphere out here, I have no doubt that it will serve its purpose

  16 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 363 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from amazon.com. The user reviews were collected from Oct, 2003 to Feb, 2012. The average user rating from amazon.com is 84 out of 100.

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Garmin eTrex Legend HCx Personal Navigator - great Buy . . .

I bought this unit for Geo-Caching and hiking. It does a great job on both!

Economical Geocaching GPS

Great price. I love the joystick feature. It makes it so much easier to move around the screen and make selections. Great for geocaching, although I w

First GPS

This is the first GPS that I have been able to use. I purchased a Magellan Triton several years ago but it was so user unfriendly, it is still in the

Handheld GPS

Very impressed with item. Needs more info on how to download more detailed maps. It is a very compact unit.

  327 Users positive 36 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 4 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from bestbuy.com. The user reviews were collected from Dec, 2007 to Jul, 2008. The average user rating from bestbuy.com is 95 out of 100.

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GREAT FOR EVERYTHING

"AFTER HAVING THIS GPS UNIT FOR OVER TWO YEARS NOW, I WOULDN'T TRADE IT FOR ANOTHER. YOU CAN DO EVERYTHING WITH IT. DRIVE, BOAT, HIKE, WALK, FIND STOR

Excellent product

"Good design, lots of features, and easy to use! Great for geocaching! Is it just me though, or does REI feature this same product for a LOT less?!"

Cool Gadget

"This GPS has more features, but a bit pricier than the legend." More features Price

Just Excellent

"I've been using this model for six months and bought the topographic map set from Garmin. The detail is amazing. I learned things about my own neighb

  4 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 2 user reviews of the Garmin eTrex Legend HCx from buyzillion.com. The user reviews were collected from Sep, 2007 to Oct, 2007. The average user rating from buyzillion.com is 100 out of 100.

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Amazing Sensitivity

I've had my Legend HCx for about a week now. I upgraded from a standard eTrex Legend. It has amazing sensitivity for receiving signals. I can pick up

Finest Upgrade Available from Garmin

I won't waste your time if you are a previous Garmin user. I upgraded from an EMap, bought in 2001, that has served quite well. However, after all t

  2 Users positive

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Garmin eTrex Legend HCx

Garmin eTrex Legend HCx: product specifications

Brand

Battery
Run Time (Up To)
25hour(s)/36hour(s)
Built-in Display
Diagonal Size
2"
Diagonal Size (metric)
5.1 cm
Resolution
176 x 220
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
3.1cm/3cm
Height
10.5cm/10.7cm
Weight
155g/156g
Width
5.5cm/5.6cm
GPS System
Connectivity
USB
DGPS
DGPS ready
GPS Functions / Services
Bearing / Distance / Elevation / ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) / ETE (Estimated Time Enroute) / Heading / Speed / Time/date / VMG (Velocity Made Good)
Receiver
12 channel
Recommended Use
Hiking
SBAS
WAAS
Type
GPS receiver
Header
Manufacturer
Garmin
Model
Legend Cx/Legend HCx
Packaged Quantity
1
Product Line
Garmin eTrex
Miscellaneous
Waterproof
Built-in / Yes
Navigation
Routes
50
Tracklog Points
10000
Tracks
20
Waypoints
1000/500

Manufacturer's Description


Deep foliage, nor canyons phase the rugged eTrex Legend HCx. Its high-sensitivity receiver holds a GPS signal in the toughest environments. Similar to the Legend Cx, this handheld navigator also has a bright color screen, microSD card slot and automatic routing for wherever adventure takes you. With its high-sensitivity, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, eTrex Legend HCx locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy cover and deep canyons. The advantage is clear - whether you're in deep woods or just near tall buildings and trees, you can count on Legend HCx to help you find your way when you need it the most. Adding maps is easier than ever with Legend HCx's microSD card slot. Conveniently plug in optional preloaded microSD cards with MapSource data for your land and sea excursions. Just insert a MapSource card with detailed street maps, and Legend HCx provides turn-by-turn directions to your destination. The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you don't have to worry about getting it wet. Like the rest of the eTrex series, Legend HCx is lightweight and compact - the perfect size for all your travels.

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