Magellan - RoadMate 5265T-LMB 5" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth and Lifetime Map Updates RM5265SGLUC

12 reviews

Jun, 2013

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Usability (11)
Size (1)

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Value for money (5)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the size. The usability also gets good opinions. There are some critical reviews 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 Magellan RM5265SGLUC RoadMate 5265T-LMB is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: (techreviewsource.com)

Magellan RoadMate 5265T-LMB

The Magellan RoadMate 5265T-LMB is another 5-inch GPS coming to an already crowded field. However, this new model brings a new Bluetooth Safe Texting feature that lets you safely reply to incoming calls with pre-written texts. It also comes loaded with...

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Consumer review by: driverfast (bestbuy.com)

very nice screen with no wasted space

fairly easy to use. lots of nice options. very accurate. the best about the device is it will say " take a right at the 7-11". it knows tons of landmarks.This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Easy menus, Lifetime traffic, Free map updatesAbout...

free lifetime map updates and traffic alerts

it does not come with a case

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: Joeydee (bestbuy.com)

Very easy to use

Overall, I am very satisfied with this gps. This is the 3rd Magellan I have owned and this one has many more features than my previous ones. I like the large 5" screen because it's easier to read.This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Easy...

Besides saying street names it also has landmark guidance. I like the traffic camera alerts also

I think it takes too long to locate the satellite

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: JonesyBoy (bestbuy.com)

Many Problems - Returned It

This GPS is extremely difficult to remove from the windshield dock. I felt like I was about to break it just to get it out of the dock. From day one, the GPS locked up. I thought it only needed a complete reset, but we were having to reset it every...

Many features

Difficult to remove from dock, kept locking up, many errors

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: KsFlash (bestbuy.com)

Directions very clear with the street sign feature

I really like this unit. The first unit failed with what appeared to be a screen defect. The replacement was done under warranty with no hassle whatsoever. I like the bluetooth, landmarks, and exit/roadsign features. Also, the lifetime map update is a...

Landmarks, road signs

The power attachment method could be stronger

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: user06 (bestbuy.com)

an expensive piece of equipment

working, expensive, but nothing special about it. i had an old one working fine and same feature - i just did not know why i purchased it! ...About me... casual user

none

price value

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: bobo99 (bestbuy.com)

Good usability, but there are too many map errors

There are many addresses that are missing or incorrect. Also, driving routes are not correct because the maps are out of date.This product has... InaccurateAbout me... Frequent traveler

ease of use

maps are out of date

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: Freddie10 (bestbuy.com)

Works better then the other GPS I had.

Easy to use, Has up to date maps, has more Features for people may need then.This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Easy menus, Inaccurate, Lifetime traffic, Free map updatesAbout me... Budget Conscious, Frequent traveler, casual user

Lifetime map Updates

Nothing

Dec, 2012

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Consumer review by: blig (bestbuy.com)

Best GPS I've seen so far.

Much better gps than the Garmin's that I've owned. Good quality and features for the price.This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Lifetime traffic, Free map updates, speed and redlight camera alerts, cell phone connectivityAbout me... casual user

Many features such as speed and redlight camera alerts, and cell phone connection

Information not updated. Not always easy to use

Dec, 2012

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Consumer review by: MagellanRIC (bestbuy.com)

2nd Magelan. Love it.

Great product. Great features. Ease of operation. Does the job well.This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Easy menus, Lifetime traffic, Free map updatesAbout me... Frequent traveler

Size, easy to use, features, free map & traffic updates

Always would like better price. Best Buys lowest $ around

Nov, 2012

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