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Garmin Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT

692 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
usability (220)
performance (177)
screen (76)
price (71)
design (62)

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reliability (37)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 692 reviews of Garmin Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT. 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 really like the design and screen. The price and performance are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are critical about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Garmin Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT

alaTest has collected and analyzed 71 user reviews of Garmin Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT 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. Comments about the route planning and design are on the whole positive. The screen and performance also get good feedback, but many are less positive about the price and reliability.

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85% 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 Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT

alaTest has collected and analyzed 467 user reviews of Garmin Nuvi 3490LT / 3490LMT from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other GPS on Amazon.com. People really like the size and screen. The price and performance are also mentioned favorably, but opinions about the route planning and reliability are mixed.

usability, performance, price, screen, size

81% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by (cnet.com)

Garmin Nuvi 3490LMT GPS receiver

At an MSRP of $399.99, the Garmin Nuvi 3490 LMT is easily the most expensive Garmin Nuvi that money can buy. Sitting firmly at the top of Garmin 2012 Prestige lineup of GPS navigators, it is also the most advanced Nuvi that money can buy and the...

The Garmin Nuvi 3490 LMT features an improved interface, snappy performance, and a svelte form factor. Garmin's truly hands-free voice command system is one of the best in the portable navigation business. Lifetime map updates and 3D Traffic Digital...

Bluetooth connection doesn't sync with the phone's address book. At $400, this is a very pricey PND.

The Garmin Nuvi 3490 LMT packs every trick in Garmin's book into an ultra-thin chassis, but the high MSRP will deter some.

Dec, 2011

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Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin nuvi 3490LMT review

The Garmin nüvi 3490LMT (despite the lower model number) updates the 3790LMT with a host of new customization options, Exit Services and ad-free HD traffic. And just like with the previous version, you get all this in a super-thin package sporting a...

Strong customization options ; Powered mount ; Exit services ; Lifetime map updates included ; Lifetime traffic (ad free) ; Good Bluetooth sound quality ; POIs can be displayed on the map ; Offers several choices of routes ; Voice commands ; Extensive...

HD traffic reception is weaker than that of standard traffic receivers ; Voice command responsiveness not as good as on the nuvi 2×95 series

Overall the nuvi 3490LMT is a nice model. Hopefully the HD traffic reception issues will be resolved over time. For myself and for now, I’d go with one of the 2x95LMT models over the 3490LMT. But folks who have to deal with traffic on a daily basis may...

Nov, 2011

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Expert review by (t3.com)

Garmin nüvi 3490LMT review

The Garmin nüvi 3490LMT brings a slick smartphone experience to navigation

Capacitive touch tech ; Great graphics ; Awesome feature set

Hefty price tag ; Route finding can be shonky

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Expert review by : Stuff.tv (stuff.tv)

Garmin Nüvi 3490LMT review

Hardware sat-nav needs to get with the programme if it's going to survive. That programme includes capacitive multitouch screens (you know, like you've had on your phone for the last five years), Google-style location searching and a battery that won't...

Pocketable design, Touchscreen works nicely, Will get you home

Voice control is a bit rubbish

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Easy to use

Great buy

Fast update, screen is a nice size, & best of all easy to use

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Jul, 2014

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

ATI Radeon 7500 64mb PCI card

Great buy

Fast update, screen is a nice size, & best of all easy to use

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Jul, 2014

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Call it a best buy!

My old (very old) Garmin finally plotted its last course and went to GPS heaven. I did my homework and found the 3490 was highly recommended, saw the lifetime updates included in the purchase price, and bought it. When it was delivered, I plugged it...

Couldn't be more simple to operate. The basic functions of entering a destination have been semi-automated to an amazing degree. The improvement in graphics was a knock-out; as was the improved keyboard

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Jul, 2014

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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Great Deal for Little Money

This is a unit that far surpasses my old Garmin unit I purchased three(3) years ago.My only complaint is that it does not show the name of street that you are currently traveling.

Apr, 2014

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Consumer review (pcnation.com)