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Review summary for the Garmin eTrex Vista GPS Receiver

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 983 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the storage. The remote control also impresses, but many are less positive about the glare.

Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 79/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin eTrex Vista GPS Receiver is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

alaSCORE 85

Garmin eTrex Vista

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Lightweight ; sharp screen ; loads of memory

No driving directions ; expensive ; additional MapSource programs are costly

Although the eTrex Vista and its add-on programs may be a bit pricey, you will not find a more feature-packed GPS device in a smaller package.

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80100

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Garmin eTrex Vista HCx

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Whilst there is a lack of a touch screen and wireless transfer capability, the easy to use design of the unit makes up for these shortfalls. On balance, the eTrex Vista HCx is a solid GPS unit for any adventuring purpose and a contender for your new ...

High Sensitivity Receiver, Waterproof, Automatic, turn-by-turn routing, Good battery life

Packed with features for the part-time Geocaching enthusiast or the...

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80100

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User Reviews (1103)

Garmin ETrex Vista HCX

By Anonymous (reevoo.com)Read the full review

These products come little software preloaded, unlike the car mounted variant. The cost of the unit plus the software needed to run it accurately is exorbitant

Garmin ETrex Vista HCX

By Andrew (reevoo.com)Read the full review

As a rambler I have used a standard Etrex for 7 years. The Vista HCx acquires sats more quickly, has a better battery life and has a much better screen. Its additional features are numerous and take some getting used to. The important ones for me are the...

The extra features lead to a complex menu system which is probably inevitable. The manual is too concise and a fuller explanation of the features would be useful. The mapping available from Garmin seems expensive.

new to the mountains

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accurate and easy to operate a godsend

wish it had a bigger screen

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Manufacturer's Description

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

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