Top GPS Devices
TomTom's Go 300 leads the pack, but Garmin's StreetPilot c300 is a good deal.
Edited by Erik Larkin
Bottom Line: Handsome screen, but the built-in MP3 player doesn't work while the navigation system is running. No internal battery or AC adapter.
PC World Rating: 70 (Good)
- 4-inch screen
- No Battery
- MP3 Player
- Price When Reviewed: $500
Bottom Line: Hardware buttons add bulk. Lack of a 3D view is a serious drawback, but navigation is capable and search is well designed.
PC World Rating: 73 (Good)
- 3.5-inch screen
- No Battery
- External buttons
- Price When Reviewed: $600
Bottom Line: Loaded with features not usually found at this price. It falls short, however, for its jiggly mount, complicated interface, and occasional accuracy glitch.
PC World Rating: 79 (Good)
- 3.5-inch screen
- Internal Battery
- Hard drive, MP3 Player
- Price When Reviewed: $500
Bottom Line: Simple, easy-to-use interface and reasonable price make for a good value if you don't need extras.
PC World Rating: 80 (Very Good)
- 3.5-inch screen
- Internal Battery
- No extras
- Price When Reviewed: $460
Bottom Line: Top-notch industrial design, slick maps, fast lookups, and optional data services justify the price.
PC World Rating: 83 (Very Good)
- 3.5-inch screen
- Internal Battery
- Bluetooth
- Price When Reviewed: $600
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