Garmin GPSMAP 4208

Garmin GPSMAP 4208
alaScore 79

44 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 44 reviews from magazines and websites. Comments about the screen and build quality are generally positive. The performance and usability are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed opinions about the design, and many are critical about the value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin GPSMAP 4208 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 79/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Garmin GPSMAP 4208

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 43 user reviews of the Garmin GPSMAP 4208 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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value for money

56% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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good video, not so good audio

 

I like the usability and the video is good. My problem is the audio. If you want to shoot your kid playing soccer, this is a good camera. If you expect to shoot something where sound is important, this is not for you. In almost any setting, I get...

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Don't waste your money

 

other than it being waterproof this camera is no better than my android smartphone. I returned it, don't waste your money.

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Nice, inexpensive headphones

 

These headphones work great as an inexpensive set that stay in my ears when I run or bike. I've also worn them skiing. I was not looking for amazing sound of quality -- I don't want to spend that much on headphones that are going to get wet with sweat,...

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Must Have Gotten a Defective Set...

 

In the process now of contacting Motorola to get a replacement. My set that came with my Motoactv worked the first day with no problem. I tested all of the features out over the course of an hour and then put the actv away. Today I pulled it out (two...

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NOT READY FOR PRIME TIME

 

This is the first review I've ever written. These headphones lasted about three weeks before they began to malfunction. I ordered these headphones based on the positive reviews they received. However, the single negative review turned out to be spot...

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Real good until you sweat once - then write off the mic...

 

As mentioned, the mic/remote control button don't seam to be protected well. As a result after my first intensive workout they mic was dead.

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Junk

 

I have the red one and the touch screen is almost non functional. It supposedly has a touch adjustment but that hardly improved it at all. What's up with this? Everyone else has touch screens that work. Get with it Sony or you are history.

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Two cheers....

 

I purchased a Flip Slide about a year ago but I returned it after (1) it developed a problem with its HDMI jack and (2) I learned that Cisco had dropped the product and will terminate support next year. Chose the new Bloggie Sport as the replacement...

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disappointed in the sony bloggie sport

 

Owning two flips and being so pleased with them until they did all their updates.... I was excited to get the sony bloggie sport. I go

Product Specifications

This preloaded, offshore chartplotter combines the power of networking with brilliant color and slim-line design. The GPSMAP 4208 has preloaded BlueChart g2 maps of the U.S. coast and displays them on an 8.4" VGA display with video-quality resolution. By connecting to the Garmin Marine Network, you can add sonar, radar and weather. The 4208 features highly-detailed BlueChart g2 marine cartography of the coastal United States, including Alaska, Hawaii and the Bahamas. This data provides detailed coastlines, shaded depth contours, navaids, port plans, wrecks, restricted areas and tide and current information. For other areas, the 4208 has a worldwide basemap with high-quality satellite images in place of more traditional maps. With the SD card slot, you can add additional maps without having to connect to a computer. The 4208's high-speed processor draws maps quickly, and its simple intuitive interface makes navigating easy. To keep tabs on your engine room or other area of your boat, you can also connect a live video feed with the 4208's video input and output options. The 4208 connects easily to the high-speed Garmin Marine Network, so you can interface with additional MFDs and add remote sensors. Once connected, you can share information between the 4208 and other chartplotters on your boat. You can also add high-powered radar, sonar and XM satellite weather and radio to your system. This product is bundled with GPS 17 with pole mount adapter.