15 of the best GPS devices for your car or motorcycle
BEST DEALS ON GPS DEVICES THIS WEEK:
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Garmin Speak with Amazon Alexa — $ 49.99 (save $ 50.00)
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Garmin DriveSmart 51 — $ 149.47 (save $ 50.52)
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Garmin DriveSmart 61 — $ 189.99 (save $ 60)
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Garmin DriveAssist 51 — $ 263.48 (save $ 36.51)
While today’s smartphones are loaded with Google Maps or Apple Maps, they are merely quick solutions for traveling short distances. Believe it or not, getting a dedicated GPS device for your car or truck is still the best way to get to your destination safely and with ease.
Companies like Garmin and TomTom specialize in safe car travel and update their maps and traffic reports whenever changes occur on the road. GPS devices also offer the peace of mind that you’ll never get lost, even when you’re in a new location — including remote areas. They can also help you find the nearest restaurants, shopping mall, rest area, and other locations that might be considered off-the-beaten-path. Read more…
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BEST FOR DAILY COMMUTERS Garmin DriveSmart 51 NA LMT-S
This is a very reliable GPS device. $ 199.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST IN-DASH SETUP Pioneer AVIC-8201NEX
This is an all-in-one GPS and entertainment device for your car. $ 764.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST BUDGET OPTION JRCX Navigation System
There's nothing fancy about this GPS, but it gets the job done getting from point A to point B without getting you lost. $ 56.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST BUDGET HEADS UP DISPLAY ITEQ 4.8-inch GPS Car HUD
This offers everything you need in a car GPS, but projects all the information on your windshield. $ 52.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST VOICE-ACTIVATED NAVIGATION Garmin Speak
Looking for the best Garmin and Amazon have to offer? Look right here. $ 99.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST FOR EXPANDABLE STORAGE TomTom VIA 1505M
This GPS is expandable up to 32GB via microSD card slot. $ 134.90 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST FOR RVS Garmin dēzl 770LMTHD
This is built for professional drivers and commercial use, along with RV families. $ 519.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST FOR WORLD TRAVELERS TomTom Go 520
World maps are ready for download whenever you need them. $ 180 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST RATED Garmin Nuvi 57LMT
Includes free lifetime map updates of all 50 states, plus Canada and Mexico. $ 239.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST SMARTPHONE COMPANION TomTom GO 620
This GPS device can sync directly to your iOS or Android smartphone. $ 249.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST GPS WITH DASH CAM Garmin DriveAssist 51 NA LMT-S
Includes a built-in dash cam that continuously records footage. $ 299.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK JRCX Model X Navigation System
Think of this GPS as a budget all-in-one entertainment center with music playback features. $ 62.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST BUILT-IN DASH CAM Garmin Drive 50 USA LM
It's a best selling GPS device on Amazon for a reason. $ 149.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST FOR LONG ROADTRIPS Jimwey Navigation System
A 7-inch screen makes this GPS device ideal for long, tiring drives. $ 63.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon
BEST FOR MOTORCYCLES TomTom Rider 550
Its compact size and specialty features makes this one a favorite of motorcyclists. $ 374.61 from Amazon