TomTom GO 500

2069 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 2069 reviews of TomTom GO 500. The average rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. Comments about the design and screen are generally positive. The size and performance are also mentioned favorably, but the memory and reliability get critical reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the TomTom GO 500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for TomTom GO 500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 114 user reviews of TomTom GO 500 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the screen and size are overall positive. The design and performance also get good comments. Reviews are divided on the reliability.

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72% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for TomTom GO 500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 149 user reviews of TomTom GO 500 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other GPS on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the maps and design. The screen and performance also get good feedback. Reviews are divided on the durability. There are some negative views about the reliability.

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68% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : John R. Quain (digitaltrends.com)

TomTom GO 500 review

TomTom has the edge in terms of map accuracy and traffic information repeatedly besting Waze and other services. But many drivers will turn to free smartphones alternatives anyway.

Aug, 2014

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Expert review by : Suzanne Humphries (toptenreviews.com)

TomTom GO 500 Review

The TomTom GO 500 has voice recognition and lifetime map updates, and it comes preloaded with maps of North America. Though it's dependent on your smartphone to provide up-to-the-minute traffic alerts, and it doesn't have the most intuitive interface....

It has built-in voice command software, so you can command the device verbally and keep your focus on the road.

It has to be paired with your smartphone in order to receive traffic information.

Voice recognition and a smart design make this one of the top navigation GPS units on the market.

Nov, 2014

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Expert review by : Good Gear Guide.au (goodgearguide.com.au)

Expert Review

The TomTom GO 500 adds handsfree capabilities to an already impressive set of GP features.

Touchscreen LCD, excellent mapping software, Bluetooth capabilities, extremely customisable

Address searching could be improved, no speed camera or safety warnings, no external volume control

Jun, 2012

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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide.com.au)

TomTom GO 500 GPS unit

The TomTom GO 500 isn't perfect, but remains one of the best GPS units we've ever used

Excellent search functionality ; Responsive screen ; Good overall navigation experience

Safety alerts require yearly subscription ; Live traffic requires smartphone tethering ; Map Share not available, yet

The TomTom GO 500 has a new user interface that strips away the traditional address entry search process, and its capacitive touch screen is responsive. Safety camera alerts are an optional extra and you'll need to tether your smartphone to get live...

Aug, 2011

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Expert review by : Nigel Freitas (goodgearguide.com.au)

Tom Tom Go 500

Boasting a bright 3.5" touchscreen LCD, easy to use software and Bluetooth capabilities, the TomTom GO 300 is one of the most impressive GPS units we ...

Touchscreen LCD, excellent mapping software, Bluetooth capabilities, extremely customisable

Address searching can be improved, no speed camera or safety warnings, no external volume control

With an excellent map display, easy-to-use interface and clear audio instructions, the TomTom GO 300 has nearly all the features drivers need in a GPS system.

Oct, 2005

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Expert review by : James Morris (trustedreviews.com)

TomTom GO 500

TomTom's radical redesign is a huge success

Lifetime TomTom traffic ; Lifetime European map updates ; Redesigned menu interface

Traffic updates require smartphone tethering ; LIVE services only include traffic and speed camera updates

However, it's worth noting that although TomTom claims the data consumption is minimal – just 7MB per month for an hour's usage a day during peak traffic times – you will need to ensure your smartphone has enough power to maintain the connection for...

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : Alex Kidman (cnet.com.au)

TomTom Go 500

Good navigation tools. Doubles as a bluetooth handsfree kit.

Dodgy navigation choices.

The TomTom Go 500 is an easy to use and exceptionally clever little GPS device for in-car navigation.

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla (canadianreviewer.com)

Review: TomTom Go 500 GPS

Because I use my smartphone's various navigation features, my standalone GPS device has sat unused in my glove compartment for the past few years. The smartphone's constant data connection plus the variety of mapping apps and turn-by-turn direction...

For anyone who is considering upgrading from an outdated GPS or who want to give their smartphones a break, the TomTom Go 500 is certainly worth checking out.

Aug, 2014

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Expert review by : New Zealand PC World (pcworld.co.nz)

TomTom GO 500 GPS unit

The TomTom GO 500 has a new user interface that strips away the traditional address entry search process, and its capacitive touch screen is...

Excellent search functionality, Responsive screen, Good overall navigation experience

Safety alerts require yearly subscription, Live traffic requires smartphone tethering, Map Share not available, yet

Aug, 2013

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Consumer review (walmart.com)

Love it

I've owned TomTom's for years. At first I was hesitant about the traffic needing your data from the phone, but found it uses so little that it's a moot point. The logic is great, it finds routes quickly, re-routes nicely when traffic jams are on your...

Sep, 2015

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