Garmin StreetPilot c550

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 644 reviews of Garmin StreetPilot c550. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and screen. The performance and price are also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some mixed comments about the maps.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin StreetPilot c550 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Garmin StreetPilot c550 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the performance and screen. The size and design also get good feedback.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Garmin StreetPilot c550

alaTest has collected and analyzed 390 user reviews of Garmin StreetPilot c550 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other GPS on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the size and reliability. The performance and price also get good reviews. Comments are divided on the maps.

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91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Expert review by : Bonnie Cha (cnet.com)

Garmin StreetPilot c550 review

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 offers a bevy of new features that makes it more than just a navigation aid. Read our review to find out more.

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 offers real-time traffic information, Bluetooth, and MP3 playback. The compact GPS device also has an accurate receiver and text-to-speech functionality.

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 is occasionally slow to acquire a satellite fix, and it's a bit pricey.

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 offers accurate driving directions, integrated Bluetooth, and real-time traffic info in one slick package.

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by : Craig Ellison (pcmag.com)

Garmin StreetPilot c550

Though it comes at a higher price, the Garmin StreetPilot c550 has a slew of new features that make the extra bucks a no-brainer.

New antiglare screen is nonreflective and visible in bright sunlight. Integrated Bluetooth speakerphone with broad cell-phone support. Integrated live traffic receiver included.

Does not support multiple segment trip routing. Some menus can be hard to navigate.

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May, 2006

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Expert review by : Bonnie Cha (cnet.com.au)

Garmin StreetPilot c550

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 offers a bevy of new features that makes it more than just a navigation aid. Read our review to find out more.

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 offers real-time traffic information, Bluetooth, and MP3 playback. The compact GPS device also has an accurate receiver and text-to-speech functionality.

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 is occasionally slow to acquire a satellite fix, and it's a bit pricey.

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 offers accurate driving directions, integrated Bluetooth, and real-time traffic info in one slick package.

Jul, 2006

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Garmin StreetPilot c550 Car Navigation GPS Review

Garmin has been designing GPS equipment since 1990 - which is a considerable timeframe for the relatively new GPS consumer market. Still seeking to expand their product line, Garmin is planning to move into marine GPS systems with their recent purchase...

Apr, 2007

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Expert review by : Consumer Electronics Net (consumerelectronicsnet.com)

Portable unit gets you there near-flawlessly

Aug, 2006

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Expert review by : Scott Martin (gpslodge.com)

Review: Garmin StreetPilot C550 Review by GPS Lodge

For the past month we have been driving all over the place guided by the Garmin StreetPilot C550 GPS, it has been an excellent experience. The unit has a lot going for it, and it more than delivers on the promise of getting you from here to there; it...

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by : Scott Martin (gpslodge.com)

Review: Garmin StreetPilot C550 GPS Review from TIME

A short review has hit the net on the Garmin StreetPilot C550 - saying that it's the "Must have accessory for summer road trips." Not a bad assessment. We have the Garmin C550 in house right now for our own review, and I agree that it is very good. ...

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by : Fletch (gpsmagazine.com)

Garmin StreetPilot c550 Review

Garmin's latest GPS in it's popular StreetPilot c-series is the highly anticipated StreetPilot c550. The c550 is Garmin's first GPS to utilize SiRF's high performance SiRF Star III 20 channel GPS receiver. The c550 also sports WAAS, Bluetooth, and...

First Rate Navigation That's Easy to Use (in an unstylish case)

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin StreetPilot c550 vs. TomTom GO 910

Intro: I was very excited about the TomTom GO 910 after doing some preliminary research and finding that it had enormous capability, customization and functional advantages over the competing Brand's equivalent models. My initial excitement was...

Jul, 2006

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Expert review by : GPS Lodge (gpslodge.com)