Garmin Montana 650

99 reviews

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 99 reviews of Garmin Montana 650. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the screen and size. The maps and price are also appreciated, whereas many are negative about the memory and performance.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin Montana 650 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Garmin Montana 650

alaTest has collected and analyzed 35 user reviews of Garmin Montana 650 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the durability and screen. The maps and price also get good reviews, whereas the memory and performance get critical opinions.

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77% 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 Montana 650

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Garmin Montana 650 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other GPS on Amazon.com. Many are critical about the maps.

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50% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin Montana 650t

The Garmin Montana 650t is one of three models in Garmin's newest handheld series. With it's huge 4” touchscreen, I had initially thought the Montanas were targeted to the motorized crowd (ATV's, etc.), but after spending over a month with one, I'm...

Large, bright screen ; Extensive customization options ; Garmin’s best dual-use unit ; 5MP geotagging camera ; Li-ion battery (relatively long life and you don't have to open the battery cover to recharge) ; Much quicker access to menu items than on...

Relatively bulky and heavy ; Additional maps and mount required to make best highway use of device ; No carabiner clip

The Montana series has some great features – a larger and somewhat brighter touchscreen that can rotate between portrait and landscape orientations, an interface that makes it much easier to access settings and switch functions, and a dashboard that...

Oct, 2011

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Expert review by : James Trew (t3.com)

Garmin Montana 650t review

Versatile Garmin GPS for the outdoor lover

The 650t should appeal to people with active lifestyles, as well as those that aspire to have one. The need for additional mounts might be a sticking point for some, but its all-round versatility and solid build make it a good choice if you are looking...

Sep, 2011

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Garmin Montana 650t review

With few real flaws and a bevy of features, this is a fantastic and versatile GPS device

Battery life, meanwhile, is astounding. A single charge will easily get you a full eight-hour day with the GPS running solidly, and in emergencies it will run from three standard AA alkaline cells.

Mar, 2012

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Expert review by : Harley Ogier (pcworld.co.nz)

Garmin Montana 650t

Garmin's Montana 650t is a high-end outdoor GPS aimed at hikers (trampers, in New Zealand parlance) and off-roaders, sold pre-loaded with topographical maps for New Zealand and Australia.

Dec, 2011

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Consumer review (pcnation.com)

Garmin Montana 650t Handheld GPS Navigator

garmin makes a great product

great product

size may be a problem for some

Apr, 2012

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Consumer review (pcnation.com)

Garmin Montana 650t Handheld GPS Navigator

I have found and used functions not described in the manual, such as personalizing the startup screen, and changing the dashboard status bar (which I am still not sure how I did). I have heard arguments that I can do the same thing with my Iphone and...

The Montana 650t quickly acquires satellites, is easily customized, very versatile, and its ability to function as wilderness GPS in the highest capability, as well as a car GPS, marine GPS, fitness monitor, geocashing recorder, clock, stopwatch,...

The Montana 650t is a little heavy. It could use a little more in-depth manual

Mar, 2012

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Consumer review (pcnation.com)

Garmin Montana 650t Handheld GPS Navigator

Mar, 2012

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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

Unbelievably Perfect!

This is one of the best things Garmin has ever come up with. It's rugged ability.... waterproof... and adaptability with future accesories and gear makes this great...

Easy To Set Up ; Flexible ; Intuitive ; Quick ; Rugged ; Stable ; Waterproof

May, 2012

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