Magellan GPS Devices Reviews

Magellan Triton 300

$181.00 Est. at Amazon

from williarc1, reviews.cnet.com
Since none of the reputable tech sites have decided to review the Magellan Triton series, I will take the task upon myself. I found no good information on Tritons before purchasing one, so I hope to
from Robert8750, reviews.cnet.com
After approximately 20 hours of using the Triton 300 in the field, these are my impressions.

The good:
Quick to power up and initialize.
Rugged construction and feel of case.
from crankyarse, www.shopping.com
Pros: interface was easy to use
from "disappointed customer", www1.wolfcamera.com
Product did not function properly. In the process or returning now
from www.tigerdirect.com
Middle of the road as far as I understand. I looked at Amazon.com for the same item and got a lot of really bad reviews. I dont know if this GPS is worth the money or not. Do your research and make

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 2.2 in., Environmental Protection: IPX7 Waterproof Standard, Rubber Armored Impact Resistant Plastic

Magellan SporTrak GPS Receiver

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
I took this product to Iraq with me it got me out of a jam a time or two. It took a beating and still works perfectly. It even floats you just can't beat it.
from www.amazon.com
I had a low end Magellan before I purchased this GPS. This GPS is great! It has map capabilities and is incredibly accurate. Make sure you buy NI-MH rechargeable batteries because it does suck the
from www.amazon.com
This is my first gps unit. I have used it a number of times and I love it! I don't have any software for it, but I do have a cigarette lighter adapter. I would highly recommend the adapter. I use
from www.amazon.com
This was my 1st GPS. I was very happy with it. Has everything you need if your just learning about GPS's! Well worth it!
from www.amazon.com
I bought this gps for my husband for Christmas this year and he loves it.It does everything that he wants.We also bought the additional map finder soft ware and use it for geo cashing. We highly

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Positives: Good Versatility, Great Performance, Great Accuracy

Magellan Maestro 3140

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from www.datavis.com
Summary: I have been using this product for over six months now. I absolutely love the features. Very good quality of maps, clear directions and bright display. I would definitely recommend it.
from www.vanns.com
I am new to the Pittsburgh area and was having a difficult time navigating around....until I made this purchase. I love my Magellan! No more reaching for the map or calling for directions! It has so
from www.amazon.com
great product. when multiple stops put in it doesn't arainge it quiet the way i would, that's my only complaint.
from www.amazon.com
I am happy with my Magellan Maestro 3140. It did reach my expectations to get me to places. If you are only looking not to get lost so this is your product. I was not looking for a electronic
from www.amazon.com
I used this for the first time going to a place I was unfamilar with and it took me right there. I can also use this as a phone through my bluetooth so I can be handsfree while driving. Great product

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Map Quality, Excellent Display, Designation: Automobile

Magellan MAESTRO 3100 Plus

$155.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.overstock.com
Great deal for the product. I wasn't sure which product to purchase, but I got this for my work vehicle and found I am using it more for personal. The onyl downside are the "newer" developed areas in
from www.overstock.com
Excellent product. Performs well. Compact, efficient, does what it advertises. Guides from point A to point B without stress. Thanks
from www.overstock.com
I AM A 50 YEAR OLD MALE AND WITH THIS PRODUCT I NEVER HAVE TO STOP AND ASK FOR DIRECTIONS AGAIN. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS PUT IN THE ADDRESS AND PUSH CALCULATE ROUTE AND YOU ARE OFF. WOULD MAKE A GREAT
from www.overstock.com
I purchased the Magellan for my son who does a lot of traveling for his job in So. Calif. He calls me frequently to tell me how much it is helping him. It shows not only routes but businesses as
from www.overstock.com
Excellent product, easy to use, clear instructions. It was a Christmas gift for my husband and he is thrilled. Very short learning curve. It is anice compact size but clear visual screen. We highly

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Map Quality, Good Display, Designation: Automobile

Magellan Meridian Platinum GPS Receiver

$275.00 Est. at Amazon

from hard_rock, www.shopping.com

Pros: Barometric info is ideal. Altitude gain and loss useful. Extremely accurate.

Cons: As with all other submissions it chews up batteries like there is no
from wazidis, www.shopping.com
Pros: This GPS is GREAT!!!! has everything I need.
Cons: It doesn't drive my car or pay for dinner
from alfelker, www.shopping.com
Pros: Great for marine use. 8-10 hour battery life with no backlight.
Cons: Only one map can be used at a time. B/W
from excaliburn, www.shopping.com
Pros: Mucho memory, easy to use, good screen resolution
Cons: Sort of hard on batteries, 12 VDC power supply has crapped out
from www.amazon.com
Although this GPS has great functionality, it goes through batteries quickly. I always carry spares. I highly recommend the cigarette lighter adapter.

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 2.2 in. x 1.75 in., Expension slot type: SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot

Magellan eXplorist 200 GPS Receiver

$193.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.radioshack.com
This is my first GPS product and have had NO problem using it. The PDF manual at MagellanGPS.com explains everything, and I have found things I can do that I never dreamed were available. This was
from shopping.msn.com
I am very pleased with this product, it is a great size. good for a beginner or an expert GPS user. Has a nice rugged design for outdoor use. I would reccomend this product to all.
from www.thenerds.net
Summary: I am very pleased with this product, it is a great size. good for a beginner or an expert GPS user. Has a nice rugged design for outdoor use. I would reccomend this product to all.
from www.radioshack.com
First gps I have ever owned. This product was very easy to use even for a first timer. My sons and I went on a two day atv trip and I found this gps to be worth its weight in gold.I dont think I'll
from www.radioshack.com
I was given this a year ago as a birthday present. I use it for geocaching. The acuracy of the unit is important for this activity. It is very good for begginers. I also allowed a friend to use

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.4 in. x 1.8 in., Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled

Magellan Meridian Color GPS Receiver

$688.00 Est. at Amazon

from pescj, www.shopping.com
Pros: Low cost, color is great, pre-loaded buoys, cans, nuns and lighthouses.
Cons: Short battery life.
from dentonres, www.shopping.com
Pros: Fast and accurate satellite lock even under heavy tree cover
Cons: Could use a USB hookup for map loading function
from spokybob, www.shopping.com
Pros: Great for boating and hiking.
Cons: Turn by turn directions are sometimes unreliable.
from www.amazon.com
Great handheld GPS. Accuracy is a B+ and it easily obtains a quick satellite fix. Color screen is a definite plus. Ease of use is also great.
The only reasons it doesn't merit a 5:
1.
from www.amazon.com
The GPS Magellan Meridian Color Handheld GPS was shipped promptly, and works as advertized. Its color screens are crisp, easy to read and the GPS is very user-friendly. The instructions that came

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.75 in. x 2.2 in., Environmental Protection: IPX7 Waterproof Standard, Rubber Armored Impact Resistant Plastic

Magellan RoadMate 800 GPS Receiver

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.pcmall.com
The RoadMate 800 Automotive GPS System is by far the best GPS system we have owned and used. If the screen were a little bigger it would be the perfect product. We have enjoyed it immensely and would
from www.onsale.com
Summary: The RoadMate 800 Automotive GPS System is by far the best GPS system we have owned and used. If the screen were a little bigger it would be the perfect product. We have enjoyed it immensely
from www.onsale.com
Summary: i got my roadmate 800 two weeks ago. i'm happy with the product so far.i would like to know whether i can update the map software in future...........any response will be highly appreciated.
from www.pcmall.com
i got my roadmate 800 two weeks ago. i'm happy with the product so far. i would like to know whether i can update the map software in future........... any response will be highly appreciated.
from MensHealth.com
" As a top-notch GPS, we love it. But listening to your local radio station will put a deeper dent in your commute time than SmartDetour."

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Positives: Designation: Automobile, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 2.91 in. x 2.2 in., Map capabilities: Internal

Magellan eXplorist 300 GPS Receiver

$250.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.pricegrabber.com
good product.........just cant connect to computer is only fault. easy to use, but cant use own maps or sync with this model. so far so good....still havent gotten lost with or without a gps, so its
from uromofo, www.pricegrabber.com
Strengths: reliable Weaknesses: no computer connection. cant sync maps or data Summary: good product.........just cant connect to computer is only fault. easy to use, but cant use own maps or
from reviews.cnet.com
" Magellan's RoadMate 300 lacks some of the features found on more expensive vehicle navigation systems, but it's still a solid performer."
from reviews.sears.com
i just purchased this unit i use to have a garmin did not like the electronic compass on this is very nice. my family and I ride atvs and it works great there are alot of options on this unit the pre
from www.overstock.com

"We bought this as a gift and were very pleased with the unit. As was the recipient. Glad we got it before they sold out!"

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.4 in. x 1.8 in., Receiver type: Parallel-Channel (14)

Magellan eXplorist XL GPS Receiver

$450.00 Est. at Amazon

from By 611nkjk, reviews.homedepot.com
"Nice big screen, easy to use, very good battery life. The only thing I would like to see is an external antenna so you don.t have to mount it to the windshield."
from By 611nkjk, reviews.homedepot.com
Nice big screen, easy to use, very good battery life. The only thing I would like to see is an external antenna so you don.t have to mount it to the windshield.
from www.tigerdirect.com
This is by Far the easiest handheld GPS to use. The screen is very large and easy to read. The backlighting has 3 levels and on high even in direct sunlight it is super easy to read. With the Topo 3D
from www.pcmall.com
I first bought an explorist 300, had it about a week then bought the exploristXL, what a great move on my part. the 3.5 in color screen,the 2 AA.s ane the ouickness of the unit is great. we are
from www.pcmall.com
I bought a 2GB SD card to store the whole of the US. My directroute software is from 2004 so had to download the maps in 65 MByte chunks. Slow process but worked. I selected to download the maps

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 3.5 in., Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled

Magellan RoadMate eXplorist 100 GPS Receiver

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.shopping.com

Pros: Cheap and affordable, good satellite reciever, entering coordinates is easy, and durable.

Cons: It has no mapping, no cord for downloading waypoints from a
from www.amazon.com
I thought it was a good product for the money. I found it cheaper here than anywhere else. We wanted it for geocaching. It is not a product to put in your car to tell you to turn left at the next
from www.amazon.com
The product was in the exact shape as described when i purchased it. The christmas present was a hit. thank you for your business.
from www.amazon.com
I purchased this unit for a hunting trip to northern Wisconsin. It did the job I needed. It quickly and accurately fixed my position and lead me to and from tree stands in the deep woods. I have
from www.amazon.com
My brother has been having a great time with the GPS unit. He tells me it is very accurate, except inside buildings such as a mall where it cannot easily communicate with the locator satellites.

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Positives: Designation: Automobile, Form Factor: Handheld, Fixed, Display Size: 1.4 in. x 1.8 in., Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled

Magellan RoadMate 700 GPS Receiver

$156.00 Est. at Amazon

from jeflr1@aol.com from brentwood,ny, clickfrom.buy.com
I am a happy customer for this product; it is excellent.
from www.onsale.com
Summary: After considerable research comparing Garmin 2620 and the Roadmate 700 I am very pleased with my deciding on the 700. Turned out to be about $80-100 more expensive but so far it is
from dancejunky, www.shopping.com

Pros: Reasonable price, user-friendly, good tech support, accurate directions, built-in flexibility

Cons: Needs more point-of-interest categories.

The
from www.onsale.com
Summary: After using Garmin Street Pilot III, Navman iCN510, and Palm GPS product, this is by far the best. After almost a week, I am quite pleased with this product. You can get it for under 500
from www.radioshack.com
I found this to be a great product. All I did was plug it in, learned a few directions from the tutorial within the unit and off I went. I could believe the accuracy and coverage.

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Positives: Designation: Automobile, Form Factor: Fixed, Display Size: 3 in. x 2.25 in., User interface: Keypad, Touch Screen

Magellan eXplorist 210 GPS Receiver

$180.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.circuitcity.com
Just purchased the eXplorist 210, and it works great. Was a little hesitant at first when researching, but all the features work well. I've been playing around with this device for a couple of
from www.thenerds.net
Summary: Overall this unit is exactly what I was looking for. I plan on using it for hunting and stand location. This will allow any user to mark where your treestands are and also download the
from www.circuitcity.com
I have used the explorist 210 in Europe, the western U.S. and Eastern U.S. It is easy to use, highly durable and has never left me stranded. It would be nice to have more memory for loading maps,
from www.circuitcity.com
Have been using my 210 for about 3 months and it has been extremely reliable and accurate. Sensitivity under tree cover is very good also. Makes excellent track logs. Has a windows type menu system
from www.circuitcity.com
This is one of the easiest to use units ever. It has great features that can't be touched by any other model for the price.

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.4 in. x 1.8 in., Map capabilities: Internal

Magellan RoadMate 3000T GPS Receiver

$60.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.thenerds.net
Summary: I have been using mine since I received it last Christmas 2006. It have been so helpful in my driving needs. I had a chance to use it out of state and that's when I appreciated it more.
from PaMO from Pensacola, FL, www.circuitcity.com
greatly enjoy this product. seems very accurate, awsome map details and points of interest details including telephone numbers.... amazing....
from www.overstock.com
Item was received in great condition and came with more than expected. I purchased one a year before. My car was broken into and this item was stolen. It was received very quickly. Thank You
from www.overstock.com
What have we done without GPS all these years. This thing is awesome, as well as idiot proof. I am not a tekie geek, but even I can run this thing and it works great. If you don't have one yet,
from www.compuplus.com
Summary: I really like this GPS system, I will recommend you to get one. It is not too expensive and it is a good system to have if you needed something to help you get around.

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Positives: Designation: Automobile, Form Factor: Handheld,Fixed, Display Size: 3.5 in., Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled

Magellan Meridian Gold GPS Receiver

$348.00 Est. at Amazon

from GPSInformation.org
"While it does NOT have present position to address automatic routing, this unit has every other useful features needed to make it an excellent unit for HIKING and MARINE use."
from sonicpak, www.shopping.com
Pros: Larger database/basemap - Large LCD screen
Cons: Bulkier & heavier than Sportrak - Can't upload mapping software w/o
from tkring, www.shopping.com
Pros: Detailed topography map.
Cons: No true route saved. Very poor instructions.
from atswilson, www.shopping.com
Pros: Excellent piece of equipment always gets me where I am going Cons: Cannot find any free ware to download maps over the web
from slopeshred, www.shopping.com
Pros: Great performance for the $$$, expandable memory, rugged design.
Cons: No Color screen. Does not come with the AC car

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.75 in. x 2.2 in., Environmental Protection: IPX7 Waterproof Standard, Rubber Armored Impact Resistant Plastic

Magellan eXplorist 600 GPS Receiver

$450.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.tigergps.com
This is a very good device, and will do everything you expect from a good GPS. The things that you should be aware of are that the position display refresh is a bit slow, maybe .5 seconds or so and
from www.radioshack.com
This unit picks up the satellite signals MUCH faster than my Garmin. Bright screen makes it easy to use in daylight. I added the Direct Route software to do street-to-street routing, which is very
from www.tigergps.com
El Producto está exelente
from www.thenerds.net
Summary: You cand make your own maps for this with some programs from the internet. I have made some, so if you are looking for eXplorist Maps for Mexico go to my webpage in
from www.newegg.com
Comments: As first GPS, I didn't know what to expect. Have used for a few months and it works great! The battery life is outstanding. The only gripe I have is the maps. Unit comes preloaded with US

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.4 in. x 1.7 in., Internal, Map cartridges / Data cards, Download maps

Magellan RoadMate 3050T GPS Receiver

$326.00 Est. at Amazon

from wogan, www.shopping.com

Pros: clear maps and voice...gives you time to react....

Cons: don't give you a bag to store it in
from www.pricegrabber.com
I like this GPS .. Compact size ..Faster route calculation...Good bright screen.. It will be good if there is one AC Charger included with this unit .. Also , I was extecting steet names in a unit
from ss_shaji, www.pricegrabber.com
Strengths: More Buttons , Bright screen , Clear voice Weaknesses: No house charger included , No street names Summary: I like this GPS .. Compact size ..Faster route calculation...Good bright
from Scott Martin, gpslodge.com
the review takes issue with the build quality, the interface and the button functionality, calling the unit "disappointing", just like their rating on the RoadMate 6000T.
from www.amazon.com
I used my RoadMate 3050T the day I received it for a business trip. It was easy to program and use. I left early as I usually do for business trips only to find out I didn't have to. It was not

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Positives: Designation: Automobile, Form Factor: Fixed, Display Size: 2.81 in. x 2.11 in., Expension slot type: SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot

Magellan eXplorist 500 GPS Receiver

$373.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.tigerdirect.com
This is a great product. I use if for driving as well as geocaching. Coupled with the DirectRoute NA software and a 2gb SD card, I've put all 50 states (down to the street detail level)into the GPS
from www.tigergps.com
GPS works great and has lots of great features. Topo detail maps work excellent with this unit. Only problem is battery adaptor is a bit flimsy and bends out of shape but not a big problem as you
from www.tigerdirect.com
This GPS Nav unit got a full 5 stars... I was impressed by its design, its functions, and its nice compact size too... All in all its a nice GPS Nav system.. The Color display rules at nighttime...
from www.tigerdirect.com
Really neat unit. I like it's features and compactness. The only neg I've seen thus far is the documentation regarding initial use and set up is less than adequate. A quick call to tech support had
from 186294, www.shopping.com

Pros: Interface, menus, color screen, ease of use

Cons: tiny joystick, Nee to purchase more detailed maps

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Positives: Designation: Outdoor, Form Factor: Handheld, Display Size: 1.4 in. x 1.8 in., Map capabilities: Internal, Download maps

Magellan RoadMate 2500T Traveler Crossover GPS

$6.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.compuplus.com
Summary: This is an awesome GPS System. Have owned (2) other brands of GPS systems in the past. This one has it all over both of the others. It is very user friendly, has lots of features, is very
from www.overstock.com
If you want more than just a gps to get you from point A to point B this is the one for you.The crossover easily changes from highway to field use and is ready toplay when ever you are.One of the
from www.amazon.com
For the price you can't buy a better gps product. It's very easy to use! The only reason I gave it 4 stars is that it should have more updated maps.
from www.amazon.com
This product works great as a turn by turn GPS. I also love it for walking and tracking in the parks. I have not used the marine part yet, but I am sure it will be great also. I would recommend
from www.amazon.com
I purchased the GPS a few days before our annual trek from Illinois to Florida. It was very useful on each leg of the trip. Easy to program for each day's segment, there were warning bells before

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Magellan RoadMate 360 GPS Receiver

$199.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
I am very satisfied with this product, because it is very easy to use, very intuitive, effective and it has French language option.
from www.amazon.com
There are two things preventing me from giving this product 5 stars: It will not route you around traffic, and it will not search for specific stores. Otherwise it is very impressive.
from www.amazon.com
Wonderful..... I don't know what I did all this time without one. It is such a time saver and a magical device. I recommend it to everytone.
from www.amazon.com
This is a great product, turn by turn direction with voice prompt. Have not had any problems thus far.
from www.amazon.com
Very pleased with product. Only rethinking I have to do is to use townships in PA instead of the mailing city. Have used on multiple occasions and go where I was going easily even when I physically

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