Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT

1418 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
usability (995)
price (399)
performance (325)
screen (139)
maps (89)

Negative
reliability (65)
memory (4)

General overview
Price comparison

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1418 reviews of Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. People really like the maps and screen. The performance and price are also appreciated. Many are less positive about the memory, and there are some mixed opinions about the reliability.

usability, price, performance, screen, maps

memory

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

Review analysis

(Based on 1418 reviews)

Expert Reviews

User Reviews

Review Ratings

(49% of reviews)
Show all 5 star reviews (32% of reviews)
Show all 4 star reviews (9% of reviews)
Show all 3 star reviews (4% of reviews)
Show all 2 star reviews (7% of reviews)
Show all 1 star reviews

Features

usability
Show positive (87%)Show negative (13%)(Show all)

price
Show positive (79%)Show negative (21%)(Show all)

performance
Show positive (79%)Show negative (21%)(Show all)

screen
Show positive (85%)Show negative (15%)(Show all)

maps
Show positive (62%)Show negative (38%)(Show all)

Show more features

Showing 1411 review(s)

Expert Reviews User Reviews

Disclaimer:

Below is a list of reviews for this or similar products. If you think this grouping is wrong please click here to flag.
Read more on our FAQ’s page.

Showing 1 - 1170 of 1411 Show Reviews: in English | in other languages (6)

Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT

alaTest has collected and analyzed 352 user reviews of Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT 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. Views about the screen and maps are generally positive. The performance and price are also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the memory and reliability.

usability, price, performance, maps, screen

reliability, memory

89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT

alaTest has collected and analyzed 808 user reviews of Garmin Nuvi 205W / 205WT from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other GPS on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size and screen. The performance and price are also mentioned favorably, but reviews are divided on the reliability.

usability, price, performance, screen, size

88% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Andrew Gould (techsmart.co.za)

Garmin nuvi 205W

The n??vi 205W is both portable and affordable, so it can go from your car into your bag or briefcase. This navigator gives you voice-guided turn by turn navigation to get you to where you want to go and it has a nice wide screen.

It features turn-by-turn voice directions and 2-D or 3-D maps and its widescreen is a great improvement upon the standard 205 model.

The 205 lacks speech control and Bluetooth hands free calling.

Sep, 2008

Read the full review

Expert review by (activegps.co.uk)

Becker Traffic Assist 7928 satellite navigation system - Becker 7928 GPS

Garmin nuvi 205WT is preloaded with maps of the UK and Ireland with an easy-to-use full colour 4.3-inch touchscreen, traffic updates and speed cameras locations.

Read the full review

Expert review by : Antuan Goodwin (cnet.com)

Garmin Nuvi 205W review: Garmin Nuvi 205W

When most people think GPS device, the first name that pops into mind is Garmin Nuvi. Garmin's Nuvi 200 line of navigators was an excellent blend of ease of use and value. The new Nuvi 2x5 line of GPS navigation devices seeks to build on that...

The Garmin Nuvi 205W features a large touch screen and an easy to understand interface. Start-up, destination entry, and trip routing/rerouting times are slightly faster than the competition. "Where am I?" feature is very useful for emergencies.

The Nuvi 205W's feature set is rather limited. Mounting cradle is bulkier than competing models and not very portable.

As entry-level GPS navigators go, the Garmin Nuvi 205W is still one of the best choices available for users who want speedy performance without breaking the bank.

Jul, 2009

Read the full review

Expert review by : Antuan Goodwin (cnet.com.au)

Garmin Nuvi 205W review: Garmin Nuvi 205W

Garmin Nuvi 205W

The Nuvi 205W's feature set is rather limited. Mounting cradle is bulkier than competing models and not very portable.

As entry-level GPS navigators go, the Garmin Nuvi 205W is still one of the best choices available for users who want speedy performance without breaking the bank.

Jul, 2009

Partner Source

Read the full review

Expert review by : Nick Mayer (associatedcontent.com)

Garmin Nuvi 205W GPS Review

The Garmin Nuvi 205W GPS Receiver is one of the better GPS systems you can buy because...

Sep, 2009

Read the full review

Expert review by : wubayou (devhardware.com)

Garmin Nuvi 205W GPS

For many shoppers interested in purchasing a GPS for their car or travel needs, there sometimes lies the dilemma: do I go cheap, or risk it and pay a lot for a GPS that does more than what I really need, which is navigation? Not everyone needs a GPS...

Such is not the case with the Garmin 205W GPS. The 205W is not only easy to use, but also performs well despite its rather basic overall package. It lacks many "fancy" features that more high end GPS devices may have, but when it comes to its main...

Aug, 2009

Read the full review

Expert review by : Adam (techreviews.tv)

Garmin nüvi 205W

The nüvi 205W is a well liked GPS and an entry level price. It doesn't come with all the bells and whistles as the more expensive GPS devices, such as recommended lanes, photo viewers, bluetooth etc. Specifications: 4.3 in Touch …

Aug, 2009

Read the full review

Expert review by (gpstekreviews.com)

Garmin Nuvi 205 / 2X5 Series | nuvi 265T, 265WT and 275T with Hands-free Bluetooth and Lifetime Traffic Alerts Review

Garmin's nuvi 205 / 2X5 (both designations have been used by Garmin) series has been expanded from just the 205 and 255W to include the Garmin nuvi 265T, 265WT and 275T. Garmin advertise the 205 series as their simple-to-use, low-cost personal...

Nov, 2008

Read the full review

Expert review by (gpstekreviews.com)

Garmin Nuvi 25 Models | Nuvi 3.5 inch 205, 4.3 inch 205W | Nuvi 3.5 inch 255 and 4.3 inch 255W Auto GPS Navigators with Navigation by Photos Review

The Garmin 3.5 inch touch screen 205 and 255 and the 4.3 inch screen 205 W and 255W are what Garmin refer to as their 25 model auto GPS navigators. All have improved features over earlier models including improved mapping and routing features, faster...

Aug, 2008

Read the full review

Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin nuvi 205W review

The Garmin nuvi 205W is one of Garmin's entry level navigators and, as part of the nuvi 2×5 series, it's loaded with features previously unavailable in the nuvi line or found only in high-end models. More about that in a moment; first the basics. The...

Jul, 2008

Read the full review