The Garmin nüvi 30 is the only 3.5” navigator in Garmin’s new 2012 Essential series. The models in this series are meant to be basic navigators at a budget price, lower than what we’ve previously seen for Garmin entry-level models. And even though this is the entry-level model in a basic series, it comes with features not previously found on low-end nuvis, such as speed limit display, lane assist and junction view (shown above).
Garmin nuvi 30
Garmin nuvi 2495LMT review
Hands on with the Garmin nuvi 2495LMT
The Garmin nüvi 2495LMT is the top of the line 4.3” unit in Garmin’s 2012 nuvi Advanced series line. One of the more significant refreshes in recent years, the Advanced series adds several new customization options, improved search functionality and Exit Services. All models in the Advanced series come with preloaded maps of the US, Canada and Mexico. As the top of the line 4.3” model, the 2495LMT also offers voice command, Bluetooth for hands free calling, as well as lifetime maps and traffic.
TomTom GO 2535TM World Traveler Edition
The TomTom GO 2535TM World Traveler Edition is a popular trans-Atlantic navigator, with preloaded maps of the US, Canada, Mexico and much of Western and Central Europe. The 2535TM WTE offers a 5” screen, Bluetooth for hands-free calling and voice command, as well as lifetime traffic and map updates for the US and Canada.
Garmin nuvi 2555LMT
The Garmin nuvi 2555LMT is a mid-range unit in Garmin’s 2012 nuvi Advanced series line. One of the more significant refreshes in recent years, the Advanced series adds several new customization options, improved search functionality and Exit Services. All models in the Advanced series come with preloaded maps of the US, Canada and Mexico. The 2555LMT offers all this along with an extra-wide 5” screen, lifetime traffic and lifetime map updates.
Magellan RoadMate 3030-LM
The Magellan RoadMate 3030LM is one of Magellan’s most popular models as I write this, thanks to its low price, extra-wide 4.7” screen and lifetime maps updates. read more
Garmin nuvi 2595LMT
The Garmin nüvi 2595LMT is the top of the line model in Garmin’s 2012 nuvi Advanced series line. One of the more significant refreshes in recent years, the Advanced series adds several new customization options, improved search functionality and Exit Services. All models in the Advanced series come with preloaded maps of the US, Canada and Mexico. As the premier 5” model, the 2595LMT also offers voice command, Bluetooth for hands free calling, as well as lifetime maps and traffic.
Magellan RoadMate 5045-LM
The Magellan RoadMate 5045-LM is Magellan’s most popular model as I write this, and with good reason. It offers an ultra-wide 5” screen, along with lifetime traffic and lifetime map updates, all for a very reasonable price. read more
Garmin nuvi 465LMT
The Garmin nuvi 465LMT adds lifetime map updates to the company’s first GPS designed for long-haul navigation and delivery trucks. The 465LMT supports multiple truck profiles, selecting routes based upon restrictions such as height, width, length, weight and hazardous materials. Truckers can enter their truck’s dimensions and load restrictions, with the nuvi adjusting many routes based on the customized truck profile and available map data.
Garmin nuvi 2455LMT
The Garmjn nuvi 2455LMT is a relatively low-end model in Garmin’s 2012 nuvi Advanced series line, but don’t let that fool you – the 2455LMT is packed with features. One of the more significant refreshes in recent years, the Advanced series adds several new customization options, improved search functionality and Exit Services. All models in the Advanced series come with preloaded maps of the US, Canada and Mexico. The 2455LMT adds lifetime maps and traffic.
Garmin nuvi 50
UPDATE: This model has been replaced by the nuvi 52 (49 states) and nuvi 54 (US + Canada).
The Garmin nüvi 50 is a 5” ultra-wide screen navigator in Garmin’s new 2012 Essential series. The models in this series are meant to be basic navigators at a budget price, lower than what we’ve previously seen for Garmin entry-level models. Nevertheless, they do come with some features not previously found on low-end nuvis, such as speed limit display, assist and junction view.
