Garmin nuvi 255 Review
The following Nuvi 255 review provides a balanced perspective, and also tells you where to get the cheapest Garmini 255.
Great first GPS unit
"First, all the good parts. Great price, good instruction manual, unit is very intuitive to use. The spoken street names make it worth the extra cost over the Garmin 205. Also Garmin's website is very helpful if you have any problems or questions.
Now, the bad parts. These are common to most, if not all GPS units, but are worth mentioning for first time buyers. The unit comes with a window suction cup mount, but you really can't use it, because if you leave even just the mount (or the "ring" the suction cups makes) on the window thieves will probably break into your car to see if the GPS is in the console or glove compartment. So figure on some kind of removeable mount (like a vent or cup holder mount) as an added cost.
Also the unit comes with a car charger cord, but no AC power cord to charge the unit in your home. Another added expense, will probably be a USB cable (some of these will also charge the GPS when connected to your computer)so you can register your unit online with Garmin, and also use Google maps to enter favorite destinations in your home city.
All of this can add up to another $60 or so on top of the cost of the unit.
All that being said, the actual cost of the Garmin 255 on Amazon was the best I could find, and even with the above additional expenses, I am very pleased with the purchase of this unit."
hoopsfan
This Nuvi 255 review provides good feedback on the after-sale support from Amazon.
Garmin nuvi 255 review
"I purchased the Garmin 255 for my husband for Christmas. I have not used it, but he has, and absolutely loves it. He told me over the years he didn't need one, but now that he has it, I don't think he would want to be without it. It was a good price and so far has gotten him where he wants to go in the shortest distance. Also, I have to give a plug to Amazo. When it looked like the product wouldn't arrive in time for Christmas, they sent another immediately (next day air), no questions asked. Thanks Amazon."
Christine M. Gotway.
And another Garmin Nuvi 255 review confirming that Amazon offer the best price and support.
Garmin 255 3.5inch screen
"I bought this GPS system for my 21 yr. old son for Christmas. He really likes it, and was very surprised with this gift, mainly since he had not expressed a desire to own one. I have observed it working while riding with him, and the only comment
I have to make is this: If I ever buy one for myself or for my husband, I would definitely get the same model with the larger screen. I believe that would be a 4.3inch screen. That would work better for my 50 yr. old eyes!! This price is excellent!! I
researched the price everywhere, and Amazon was the best BY FAR!!!! Buy it..."
2thfairy
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"I purchased a Garmin Nuvi 255 as a gift for my son (so I could get MY Garmin StreetPilot back!). The Nuvi is every bit as good as the older StreetPilot, with even more capabilities. It is much more compact and easier to handle. Great product!"
V. Zaleski
And this Nuvi 255 review doesn’t hold back !
LOVE IT!
"LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!! Took it on a trip in the mountains of Pennsylvania...it did not miss a trick! Had every back country road on there. I was amazed! It had places to eat, where to get gas...incredible. I bought this for my college bound daughter...but plan on purchasing one for myself and also one for my parents."
FlyersFan
Almost every Garmin Nuvi 255 review we've seen overwhelmingly praises the ease of use and great price provided by Amazon. It's your best source online so go get your own Garmin Nuvi then send us your review !