Garmin Nuvi 550

347 reviews

Nov, 2024

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usability (122)
performance (73)
screen (29)
reliability (27)
price (27)

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memory (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 347 reviews of Garmin Nuvi 550. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and screen. The price and performance are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin Nuvi 550 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 75/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Garmin Nuvi 550

alaTest has collected and analyzed 32 user reviews of Garmin Nuvi 550 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the reliability and durability. The performance and maps are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed opinions about the size. Some have doubts about the memory and screen.

usability, maps, performance, durability, reliability

price, screen, memory

81% 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 550

alaTest has collected and analyzed 149 user reviews of Garmin Nuvi 550 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 size and reliability. The price and performance are also appreciated.

usability, performance, price, reliability, size

85% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by (activegps.co.uk)

Garmin nuvi 550 - Garmin Sat Nav

Drive, hike, bike, scooter or boat. With the rugged, waterproof and multi-purpose Garmin nuvi 550 sat-nav, you can do it all. Garmin nuvi 550 features an easy-to-use 3.5-inch screen.

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Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin nuvi 550 review

The Garmin nuvi 550 represents Garmin's foray into the “crossover” GPS market, aiming for a device that functions well whether used for driving, hiking, cycling or boating. UPDATE: Here's a post I did about dual-use GPS, and how well they work for both...

Nov, 2008

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Garmin nüvi 550 - GPS receiver - hiking, automotive, motorcycle

rugged, compact, waterproof, made by garmin, europe maps.

no mp3 player. no audio output. no case.

Jul, 2009

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Garmin Nuvi 550

Product can be used on road and on the water as well. I've installed marine maps and they work perfect.

Nov, 2008

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Garmin Nuvi 550

Product can be used on road and on the water as well. I've installed marine maps and they work perfect

Reviewer left no comment

Oct, 2008

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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Motorcycle GPS

Hi all. I purchased this to use on my Yamaha Majesty Scooter. Bought the mount from Garmin. Seems to work pretty good. Battery life is decent. I have another Garmin in my car. Have not had a chance to try all the functions yet.

Nov, 2012

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Consumer review (tigergps.com)

Great allaround Sportsmans GPS unit

The 500 and or the 550 are great bargains in a all around sporting GPS unit. The ability to go from the dash to the boat, or to the field, is extremely useful and efficient. Adding a LakeMaster/Garmin data card of your choice and your all set for road...

Jun, 2010

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

Great for Geocaching too! ”

We purchased this GPS for use in our car and discovered it can also be used for Geocaching--an extra bonus! It's reliable for getting you to places you need directions for (perfect screen size and voice commands). We've used it to look up spots to...

Jun, 2011

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Didn't get lost

I love my GPS....I received it for a christmas present and it's been great. I recently took it on a trip and didn't get lost one time.

Easy to Use, Compact

None submitted

Apr, 2010

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

great device

This Garmin touch screen ZUMO 550 GPS RECEIVER with preloaded maps is good and comfortable device for daily use in car and get directions to go anywhere.Recalcualtes fast if you miss any turn or street.Voice prompts,Speaks street names, 3D map...

Easy to Use, Simple Setup, Compact

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Mar, 2010

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