TomTom Start 20

647 reviews

Nov, 2024

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usability (195)
price (53)
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performance (33)
reliability (10)
durability (3)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 647 reviews of TomTom Start 20. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS for all reviews. Opinions about the size and maps are overall positive. The screen and price are also appreciated, but the durability and reliability get less positive comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the TomTom Start 20 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for TomTom Start 20

alaTest has collected and analyzed 147 user reviews of TomTom Start 20 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other GPS on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the design and screen. The maps and price are also mentioned favorably. There are some less positive comments about the size and reliability, and reviews are divided on the durability.

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78% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

TomTom Start 20

TomTom brings some of its premium features to its budget Start range.

4.3in widescreen, Same menu system as higher-end models, 4GB memory

The RDS-TMC receiver add-on is expensive, 5in models now available for same price, Integrated screen mount

Nov, 2011

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Expert review by : Rob Mead (techradar.com)

TomTom Start 20 review

As affordable sat navs go, they don't come any better than this

Slick unit ; Good screen ; Easy to use ; The price is right

No traffic info

Tech Specs Product TypeAutomobile Portable GPS Navigator TouchscreenYes Product FamilyStart Navigation InstructionsJunction View, Lane Assist, Text-to-Speech Brand NameTomTom --> Form FactorPortable Screen Size10.9 cm (4.3") Maximum Battery Run...

Jun, 2011

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Expert review by (which.co.uk)

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The TomTom Start 20 is one of the older sat navs we've tested. It's got a compact 4.3-inch screen, making it portable and unobtrusive. But how does it compare with newer or larger models when it comes to the basics of good navigation? And can this...

Feb, 2017

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Expert review by : Derrick Cramer (mybroadband.co.za)

TomTom Start 20

A budget range GPS with all the basic features you need

The TomTom Start 20 Southern Africa edition GPS may be a budget oriented device, but it delivers a comprehensive set of features that will actually be used in day to day operation. The only noteworthy feature missing from this device is HD traffic...

Nov, 2011

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TomTom Start 20

Satellite navigation devices have had a tough time of late, with smartphones offering all the same features for free, without having to carry another gadget around. TomTom hopes that the affordable Start 20 will get people to switch from their iPhones...

If you still haven't managed to get round to buying a sat-nav device, the TomTom Start 20 is a good place to start. It's affordable, well equipped and the impressive screen makes it easier to view and to use than a smartphone or other sat-nav rivals....

Jul, 2011

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Expert review by : Alun Taylor (reghardware.co.uk)

TomTom Start 20 satnav

Review TomTom?s entry level Start satnavs have long been the default choice for anyone wanting a reliable but basic PND. Now the range has been given a wash and brush up with the release of some new 4.3in screen devices with prices starting at ?130.

TomTom?s navigation system, its maps, UI and voices are pretty much state of the art and the device itself with its clever and versatile integrated mounting arm is physically impressive. But at ?130 the absence of traffic data seems poor value. ?

Jun, 2011

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Reliable product

Replacing one that is about 20 years old. Great on line back up from TomTom and has lasted ages, so bought almost the same one. So much better than the mobile phone sat nav!

Jan, 2019

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

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Easy to use and 3d maps are brilliant. I was a bit sceptical about this Tom tom as previous tom tom was rubbish This one has free maps unlike my previous

Dec, 2018

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Great sat nav

It's a very easy to use and update very easy too and with free maps update too

Dec, 2018

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Got this because I do some driving work I can honestly

I got this because the old TomTom was not up to date with maps I am made up with it it's got everything you could want on it and so easy to use if you are going to and from a lot of places regularly just store in your favourites the Tom Tom 20 is cheap...

Dec, 2018

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