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Garmin Nuvi 255 / 255W Reviews

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$125.50

The Garmin Nuvi 255W features a large touch screen and an easy-to-understand interface. Startup... (cnet.com)

Garmin aims low this time with entry level GPS devices that won't hit your pocket too hard with... (ubergizmo.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Garmin Nuvi 255 / 255W

We have collected and analyzed 38 expert reviews and 966 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 66/100 and users rate it 83/100. The average review date is April 3, 2009. We have compared these reviews to 139219 reviews from other GPS. The alaScore™ for this product is 97/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 7, 2009.

alaSCORE 97

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1004 reviews

November, 2009

66 / 100

38 Experts

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83 / 100

966 Users

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$125.50

Expert Reviews (38)

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Review summary for the Garmin Nuvi 255 / 255W

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1004 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the voice guidance. The menu also impresses, but many are less positive about the memory.

Voice guidance, Menu, Interface, Price

Memory

Reviewers rate this product 83/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Global Positioning Systems (GPS), the Garmin Nuvi 255 / 255W is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 97/100 = Excellent quality.

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Garmin Nuvi 255W

By (cnet.com)

The Garmin Nuvi 255W features a large touch screen and an easy-to-understand interface. Startup, destination entry, and trip routing and rerouting times are slightly faster than the competition. "Where am I?" feature is very useful for emergencies. ...

The Nuvi 255W'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 255W is still one of the best choices available for anyone who wants speedy performance without breaking the bank.

Features The Nuvi 205W and its smaller sibling, the 205, are Garmin's entry...

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Garmin Nuvi 255T and 255WT

By (ubergizmo.com)

Garmin aims low this time with entry level GPS devices that won't hit your pocket too hard with the Nuvi 255T and 255WT. The former will come with a 3.5" display, while the latter has a more eye-friendly 4.3" display. Both models will feature a ...

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User Reviews (966)

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"Inexpensive yet accurate in location and mph of my car"

By coldrunner (cnet.com)

Inexpensive yet quite accurate with location ... 

Screen clear and bright, location accurate, calculates my car's mph accurately

Not as many features as more expensive GPS but considering the price

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"This is the best entry model compare with others"

By EbookSeeker (cnet.com)

You can compare Garmin nuvi 255w with other c... 

High-end features at an entry-level price

The power cord is not integrated into the mount, so you have to attach the power cord each time you mount the device

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"Good, but not great"

By kaline515 (cnet.com)

Purchased unit while on vacation in Arizona. ... 

Good visual display and solid feature set. Easy to use

Directions not always reliable. Not enough notice of direction changes. Unit has a tendency to take strange routes to destinations

Manufacturer's Description

Go wide and get peace of mind with nvi 255W. This affordable, widescreen navigator leads the way with voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions that speak street names and optional MSN Directreg services to get you there on time and keep you informed. It's packed with millions of destinations and maps for North America or Europe. Like the rest of the sleek n#252vi 2x5-series, this portable navigator is priced right and ultra-easy to use. See More With nvi 255W's widescreen display, you'll always...

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