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Garmin nuvi 255W Car GPS Receiver

 
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  • GPS Type: Automobile
  • Form Factor: Fixed
  • Map capabilities: Internal
  • Input Method: Touch Screen, Keyboard
  • Screen Size: 4.4 in.
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Review Summary

Average Rating: 4.5
 
Based on 39 reviews
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Rating Distribution
Pros
  • Easy to Use (10)
  • Accurate (8)
  • Simple Setup (8)
  • Compact (7)
  • Quality Construction (7)
  • Great Design (5)
  • Rich features (1)
Cons
  • Inaccurate (3)
  • Short Battery Life (2)
  • hard to mount (1)
It's Good For
  • Navigation (9)
  • Cars (9)
  • Travel (8)
  • Everyday Use (5)
  • Gifts (5)
  • Business (3)
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14 out of 15 people found this review helpful.

Garmin 255W

Date of Review:  Apr 4, 2009
The Bottom Line: As previously stated there is limitations on the technology that we must accept. In general the system works well
Review: I bought the 255W a few weeks ago in the UK and find it very easy to set up and helpful for getting around towns in the UK. It is slim enough to fit into your pocket, but I would suggest purchasing a case. I am amazed at the technology but it does...
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  4.0

by: daveroker2002
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Easy to use, slim,
Cons
Maps and points of interest out of date
 
9 out of 9 people found this review helpful.

Bad Suction Cup on Nuvi 255W-Here we go again!

Date of Review:  Sep 19, 2009
The Bottom Line: Garmin makes it intentionally difficult to get warranty service by forcing you to use their complicated registry service on line. Garmin can't service what they sell anymore.
Review: I currrently own 4 garmin GPS systems. 3 C330's and 1 new Nuvi 255W.
In the past, the old Garmin Street Pilots C330's had major design flaws such as a connected power cord that flexed and eventually broke off. They redesigned the system to use...
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  1.0

by: unclejohn8
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
The unit is compact and easy to read.
Cons
Don't buy Garmin's GPS...
 
12 out of 13 people found this review helpful.

Excellent navigation aid

Date of Review:  Jan 25, 2009
The Bottom Line: Great and reliable navigation tool with minor limitations. Godsend when lost; but always have a backup map or plan
Review: I bought my Garmin Nuvi 255w in August, 2008; my first car GPS. It has been an invaluable tool in getting me through unfamiliar territory. It's easy to use (I'm not the swiftest with technology, so that's saying something) and the screen menus are...
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  4.0

by: mcdirt
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Easy to use
Voice...
Cons
Sometimes sends you to wrong...
 
10 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

Easy to Use Travel

Date of Review:  Sep 15, 2009
The Bottom Line: I have been more than pleased with this affordable Garmin GPS. I would recommend it because of the price and the easy to use navigation system.
Review: I bought this GPS for Christmas last year and have been more than pleased with it. I have found that it is very easy to use and has many great navigation features. Here are some of the many benefits of using the Garmin:

Navigation: This is...
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  4.0

by: jlower83
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Easy to use, Small Size, Voice Prompt,...
Cons
Basic
 
9 out of 10 people found this review helpful.

Garmin 255W, gets lost, loses satellites

Date of Review:  Oct 2, 2009
The Bottom Line: Don't buy this. You will be disappointed not to mention lost.
Review: I bought this unit and used it locally for a few days before taking a major trip from the Bay Area to Grand Teton/Yellowstone park. It performed just fine around the local area.
However, it got lost in Twin Falls ID and kept taking us around in...
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  1.0

by: vernonls
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
pretty display, easy to see in...
Cons
Gets lost easily, loses satellites,
 
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

Mostly usable, but a few design flaws.

Date of Review:  Nov 29, 2009
The Bottom Line: I'd buy if could get a great deal, but wouldn't pay the regular price. Too many design flaws need to be addressed.
Review: The unit does the job- spoken street names are accurate but robotic sounding, Free lifetime traffic reports are ad-sponsored but this isn't indicated on the package.

My street is a small street and doesn't seem to be on the Garmin or TomTom...
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  3.0

by: nulmana
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
TTS, fast startup, free traffic...
Cons
Outdated POI and road updates,...
 
9 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

Very nice value

Date of Review:  Oct 5, 2008
Review: I wanted a GPS for navigatiing. I am not a techno-weenie so I didn't want all the MP3, blue tooth, and other stuff I'll never use.

This unit is very intuitive. I didn't even read the manual and just started using it like a pro. The display is...
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  5.0

by: ccsial
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Easy to use.
Screen is very...
Cons
Somtimes shows county road numbers...
 
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

nice affordable option

Date of Review:  Nov 10, 2009
Review: This was easy to set up and begin using. The price was good for the options available. I like being able to find restaurants and gas stations near where I am OR near my current route. It is nice and slim and the battery life is good. It occasionally...
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  4.0

by: panamoral001
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
price small size, nice features
Cons
small inaccuracies in location.
 
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Garmin Nuvi 255W

Date of Review:  Nov 15, 2009
It's Good For: Travel, Cars, Navigation
Review: The Garmin Nuvi 255W is a really great GPS for the price. You will not get all of the features out there with GPS technology with this model, but if you have an address you want to get to, this will get you there. For me, I needed the peace of mind...
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  4.0

by: emilycursive
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
  • Easy to Use
  • Compact
  • Accurate
Cons
None submitted
 
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

navigator godsend

Date of Review:  Aug 3, 2009
Review: I am the type that I have to have direct directions or I get lost.I bought this and ever since I bought this I don't worry no more because I dont get lost anymore.Its the best thing I bought ever in my life,its been a lifesavor,I would recommend...
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  5.0

by: vegasqueen125
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
you won't get lost anymore,and it...
Cons
I can't think of nothing negative to...
 

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