Garmin 285WT vs. Garmin 780: Does anyone have a reccomendation on one or the other?
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The 700 series have route optimization. That's the biggest difference. You can enter multiple desitinations/via points and it will route them in order for the most efficient route - great for realtors, delivery drivers, and sales people.
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No, they are not the same. The 265wt has an FM traffic receiver (it's a long cylindrical-shaped connector with two led lights), while the 265w does not. That is the only difference. You may have the 265wt and don't realize it. Once you plug it in and start driving around, a traffic icon should appear in the upper left-hand corner. If it doesn't appear (or the 12V battery connector is different) return it for the unit you ordered. EDIT: AFAIK, there is no 265w. There is a 265t (smaller screen) and a 265wt (wide screen). So while it may say 265w, it is most probably the 265wt. I don't own the 2x5 series, so I'm not sure about the topographical map. If you go to tools &gt; settings &gt; map &gt; map info., you should see what maps are on your Nuvi. Make sure all of them have check marks in the boxes. Check the Garmin manual (the one online, not the quick start) for a detailed explanation. BTW, I believe the topo map shows up in the 2D map only.
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@Edmund/Garmin UserI have a question for you. I currently own the 265t. I like the form factor and it seems fast enough, but for some reason, I get this feeling that the 265t does not use the most optimal routes, like my nuvi 360 does. With or without the traffic cable/adapter plugged in. Do you notice a strong difference between how your 255 routes and your 265Wt. I´m thinking about returning the 265 and just picking up a 255. What do you think about the included traffic? How accurate and upto date is it when you drive? I have coverage in my area, but I haven´t really tested it out yet. I´ve been waiting for more reviews of the 265t, but thus far, none. IF you could reply, that would be great! @Edmund/Garmin UserI have a question for you. I currently own the 265t. I like the form factor and it seems fast enough, but for some reason, I get this feeling that the 265t does not use the most optimal routes, like my nuvi 360 does. With or without the traffic cable/adapter plugged in. Do you notice a strong difference between how your 255 routes and your 265Wt. I´m thinking about returning the 265 and just picking up a 255. What do you think about the included traffic? How accurate and upto date is it when you drive? I have coverage in my area, but I haven´t really tested it... » Read More @Edmund/Garmin UserI have a question for you. I currently own the 265t. I like the form factor and it seems fast enough, but for some reason, I get this feeling that the 265t does not use the most optimal routes, like my nuvi 360 does. With or without the traffic cable/adapter plugged in. Do you notice a strong difference between how your 255 routes and your 265Wt. I´m thinking about returning the 265 and just picking up a 255. What do you think about the included traffic? How accurate and upto date is it when you drive? I have coverage in my area, but I haven´t really tested it out yet. I´ve been waiting for more reviews of the 265t, but thus far, none. IF you could reply, that would be great! « Show Less
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How about the 885 without MSN Direct, and adding the GTM 20, which gives Navtec fm traffic? That's what I'm considering doing. Might want to call Garmin to see if this option will give you what you want. If you do, would you report back? Yes. 855 is the one i mean. Sorry for the confusion.
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Right on the Garmin site! I studied the features of both units, and further down, they have a comparison chart. That's where I saw something a bit different noted on one unit over the other, so I went back to make sure I knew what it was and sure enough it was the part about how that unit shows the actual highway signs. You might have to click on something in the details to see a demo of what you'll see on the screen. I loaned our portable (old)Garmin to our daughter & was caught without it, so going to get this upgraded one to replace it & let her have the old one...
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I bought the garmin nuvi 265t a couple of days from tigerdirect.com for $179 on sale. This is the same price as the nuvi 255 at amazon . If i don't like the free time traffic alert, I will just buy a vehicle power cable for $25 and use it instead of the GTM 25
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Thanks N. Search YouTube for "Wonderland Garmin 405" that is what really peaked my interest.Ok, I was able to find the watch at City Sports. I love it and it finds satellites in about 30 seconds or so.I connected it via Garmin Connect fairly easily (using my Dell D620 Laptop and Windows XP), but I can't find how I can export the GPX files anywhere?
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I bought a Polar RS800sd about a year ago after I got sick of my (2nd) Nike+ losing data after a run. The polar has been great. Simple to use, detailed info, and from what I've seen pretty accurate. I just bought a Garmin 405. Went to the REI garage sale and they had one for only $160. It was that low because someone returned it saying the band was broken. Check it out and it still looked fine, so I bought it just for the sake of getting a new toy. Just did my first run with it, and as of right now, I like the Polar better. I think I'm just used to that technology and am comfortable with it. The garmin doesn't come with any software. you need to download it all off the web, and it's not super simple to find. Polar came with some offline software which I like a lot. Now, I think once I get used to the forerunner, it may grow on me. There have been a LOT of reviews where people think the garmin is the best, and then there's 3rd party apps that let you map where you've ran. Plus, with the 405, I think you can use it for biking right out of the box. no need for a pod or anything.
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I'm having the same problem with my Garmin 260W. I got mine from a seller on eBay and believe she knew she had a faulty device and just sold it that way. Any suggestions other than purchasing a new one, let me know. Thanks!
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Well after a couple weeks of going back and forth, I finally decided to buy the 765t. The deal breaker was the fact that the 1390t DOES NOT have a powered mount, so you need to plug the power cable in every time you mount it. I confirmed this with Garmin.
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I would not use the Garmin's monitor feature. I use Polar's "F" series they are accurate and dependable. I have been using thgem since late 1999 and have founbd them to be the best on the market.
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Scott, I appreciate that you asked this, because I am doing the same comparison. I have not made a choice, but I am leaning toward the TomTom one because of price, and it (currently) has the most up-to-date map. I also found this comparison article here: http://www.sciuridae.co.uk/tomtom_one_v3_vs_garmin_nuvi_200.htm - A plus for the TomTom is price for the features, but it has a short battery life and does not come with an A/C charger, only the cigarette lighter thingy. The Garmin is higher priced, but has better graphics. From what I have read so far, both are excellent choices.
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The 285WT comes with USA maps preloaded , Garmin give you the firs update free, you can use it in Florida freely!.
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Interesting! I am looking at buying the 405 without the strap, as I still have the one from my now stolen 305.The Garmin support website says that some versions of the 405 are compatible with the HR monitor. How can you tell if the one you are buying is compatible? Or is it just a trick to make you buy the more expensive version?
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thx, I guess i'll stick with 540TM :-) I am upgrading from old Garmin that had no map updates and traffic and hopefully it would be worth it at this price. I did use one of the TOM TOM models (smaller one) for a 2600 miles trip in the west coast and routing was really good.
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That seems to be some basic stuff they've taken away. I emailed Garmin as well as Amazon to see if I can get someone to say they are wrong, or maybe amazon can fix their description. A lot of money to spend if it is false. After reading reviews, some say they have the features, and some say they don't. Maybe they are more "previews" than "reviews." I was in particular looking forward to the garmin locate feature, as well as the routing features. I also like the new size of the 1300 series. Thank you for posting this info, I hope to find some answers from Amazon or Garmin.
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Go with the Legend Hcx, I know it's more money but the Micro Sd card slot makes a HUGE difference in the maps you can do. I own the the Venture Cx(NOT THE HC) and I have a 2gb micro sd card with streetmaps and Topo for the entire US on the card.The letters in garmin speak mean this H= High Sensitivity, C=Color and X= external Memory card support.If you want to save 20 or 30 bucks go with the one I was saying the Venture Cx, but I bought my unit over a year ago, when the High sensitivity units weren't available, Today without a doubt I'd go with the Legend Hcx(they don't make a Venture Hcx just a severely limited HC. You are also going to need either Street maps or Topo(for hiking) so figure on an extra $125 or so or look online for free options, hope I helped you.