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Garmin GPS V

Garmin GPS V
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alaScore 71

225 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 225 reviews of Garmin GPS V. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the memory and screen. The price and performance are also mentioned favorably, but there are some mixed comments about the maps and size. Many are negative about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Garmin GPS V is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 71/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Garmin GPS V

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 213 user reviews of Garmin GPS V from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the design and screen. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably, whereas the maps and size get mixed opinions. Many are negative about the reliability.

performance, usability, price, screen, design

reliability

86% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : John R. Delaney (cnet.com)

Garmin GPS V review

 

Garmin GPS V

Small; lightweight; good battery life; accurate positioning.

No add-on memory; limited map-storage capabilities; additional maps cost extra.

The GPS V's turn-by-turn driving directions and ease of use makes this device an ideal travel companion.

Apr, 2002
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Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin GPS V Review

 

Here's what others have to say:

Jan, 2006
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Expert review by : GPS Lodge (gpslodge.com)

Expert Review

 
Sep, 2005
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Expert review by : Scott Martin (gpslodge.com)

Review: Garmin V GPS Review

 

, a versitile GPS receiver that is right at home either as a hand held device out on the trail, or on the dashboard of your car.

Sep, 2005
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