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Garmin NÜVI 1490LMT

Garmin NÜVI 1490LMT
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alaScore 78

1846 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1846 reviews of Garmin NÜVI 1490LMT. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. People really like the maps and price. The screen and performance are also appreciated. There are some mixed reviews about the reliability, while there are some critical views about the memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin NÜVI 1490LMT is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 78/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Garmin NÜVI 1490LMT

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1615 user reviews of Garmin NÜVI 1490LMT from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other GPS on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the maps and price. The screen and performance also get good views, but some have doubts about the memory and reliability.

usability, performance, screen, price, maps

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82% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Jamie Lendino (pcmag.com)

Garmin nuvi 1490LMT

 

Product not yet reviewed by PCMag editors.

As a rule, Garmin devices also offer robust point-of-interest (POI) search, including good category breakdowns, as well as searches that update in real time as you drive, complete with compass directions. We didn't review the nüvi 1490LMT specifically,...

Dec, 2011
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Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin nuvi 1490LMT

 

The Garmin nüvi 1490LMT adds lifetime map updates to the nuvi 1490T (which already includes lifetime traffic). All this in a package with a 5” wide screen and multi-destination routing, features not found on any of the nuvi 12xx or 13xx models.

There are several changes to the nuvi interface in the 12xx, 13xx and 14xx series. For one, the menu button is gone, replaced by the arrow in the lower left corner.

Oct, 2010
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

NUVi rulez

 

Lifetime maps is defiantly something to look for when your choosing models. Spend the few extra dollars now and you will be very glad you did later.

NUVI beats TomTom everytime.. I've had a few of both, and the Garmin's are just a much better experience overall ; Having this in the windshield showing the posted speedlimit and your current speed side-by-side in your line of sight is extremely...

none really

Jun, 2014
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Not Compatible with Wii U Control Pad

 

Lifetime maps is defiantly something to look for when your choosing models. Spend the few extra dollars now and you will be very glad you did later.

NUVI beats TomTom everytime.. I've had a few of both, and the Garmin's are just a much better experience overall ; Having this in the windshield showing the posted speedlimit and your current speed side-by-side in your line of sight is extremely...

none really

Jun, 2014
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Great price for highly featured GPS.

 

I purchased this model, after finding my newer GPS(2555LMT)lacked some of the features of the older models. In particular, older models support user defined routes better than the Nuvi 2555 series. This was of interest to me, as I am planning my trip...

Apr, 2014
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Perfect

 

Like new works great

Jul, 2013
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Love It!

 

This item works great and does everything they said it would do. I love the fact that I don't have to wear my bluetooth when driving when using my Garmin!

Nov, 2012
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Love It!

 

This item works great and does everything they said it would do. I love the fact that I don't have to wear my bluetooth when driving when using my Garmin!

Nov, 2012
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Most Bang For The Buck

 

Can't ask for better. Does what it's supposed to and is easy to use. I've read other reviews that claim it is not as easy as a TomTom, so why not buy another TomTom.

Nov, 2012
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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Most Bang For The Buck

 

Can't ask for better. Does what it's supposed to and is easy to use. I've read other reviews that claim it is not as easy as a TomTom, so why not buy another TomTom.

Nov, 2012
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