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Top 10 GPS Devices

Dedicated personal navigation devices still have their place, in spite of the rise of GPS-enabled cell phones. Use one of these 10 picks to get you from point A to B.

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TomTom XXL 550-TM

The XXL 550-TM provides TomTom's usual impressive navigation features, and adds a roomy 5-inch screen. Included lifetime traffic and lifetime map updates make this the best 5.0" navigator choice.

4.5/5
prices from $150.55
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TomTom XL 350-TM

The XL 350-TM provides TomTom's usual impressive navigation features, with an industry standard 4.3-inch screen. Included lifetime traffic and lifetime map updates make this one of the most feature-packed GPS devices available for the price.

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TomTom GO 2505-TM

Large screen, full-featured navigation device with pleasing design, and lifetime traffic and map updates.

4.5/5
prices from $182.72
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Garmin Nuvi 3790T

Expensive dedicated GPS device is pleasing to use and has a multitude of features, including a high-resolution multitouch screen.

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Garmin Nuvi 1350T

An excellent choice for a slim, value-packed 4.3-inch navigator without Bluetooth.

4/5
prices from $135.99
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Garmin Nuvi 265WT

The 265WT offers a widescreen display and premium features at a very affordable price.

4/5
prices from $219.96
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Garmin Nuvi 1690

Garmin's first connected GPS device is a good start, but it has room for improvement.

4/5
prices from $171.10
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Magellan RoadMate 1700

If your vehicle can accommodate a GPS device with an enormous 7-inch screen, the RoadMate will prove to be a worthwhile travel companion.

4/5
prices from $146.99
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Magellan RoadMate 5045

The RoadMate 5045 offers standard Magellan navigation features in a device with a 5.0-inch screen.

3.5/5
prices from $114.99
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Garmin Nuvi 1260T

A very capable 3.5-inch navigator with a good Bluetooth phone interface. Larger screen devices with similar feature sets are available at similar or lower prices.