The best handheld GPS offer many varieties for many different adventures. Whether you are going to be hunting and fishing or hiking and biking, there is a handheld GPS that is best for the job. Here are five top performers, the best handheld GPS:
Garmin StreetPilot 7500 GPS Portable
This huge 7", easy to read screen features wireless remote, allowing you to operate it from a distance. And the larger touch screen is ideal for RV's, Semi's and SUV's - you can see where you are heading from anywhere in the automobile. Some of the features include an MP3 player, maps of the United States plus major metropolitan Canadian areas, audio book reader for optional entertainment, a built-in antenna; WAAS enabled GPS receiver and XM NavTraffic and XM satellite radio compatible (must subscribe). And don't let the large size fool you, it's great to carry around and be able to see, in detail, where you are going!
Garmin eTrex Handheld GPS Unit
This small package, 4"x2" durable handheld, features the best of 12 parallel channels and packs them into only six ounces. This best handheld GPS will fit in the palm of your hand and all the buttons are positioned on one side or the other so it makes it easy for one-handed function that won't get in the way of your view of the screen. Designed with hikers, climbers and bikers in mind, this sleek little handheld GPS will work for hunters as well. What it lacks in features, it makes up for in functionality, it gets you from point A to point B and isn't that what most people use there GPS for anyway? As with all Garmin GPS units, free regular software updates are included.
Garmin GPS III Plus
This Garmin GPS has the 12 parallel channels along with the ability to customize various screens to view different data. You receive excellent reception when using the detachable antenna (provided) when in dense wooded areas. In addition, there are excellent large database of cities and towns and detailed maps. However, there is not enough memory to download additional maps.
Magellan Road Mate 2000 GPS Unit
An ultra-bright screen which can easily be viewed because of its 3-1/2" resolution, anti-glare and color touch-screen, this GPS unit is a full-featured vehicle and handheld. It is powerful, portable, small and affordable. Simply touch the screen and you are ready to go. Easy to read, easy to follow instructions right on the screen. The manufacturer's chipset is the best in the business for quick attainment of your exact location. Approximately 1.5 million preprogrammed points of interest and other advanced features such as Multiple Destinations Routing and SmartDetour.
Magellan Road Mate 2200T GPS
Another ultra-bright screen in a 3-1/2" resolution with anti-glare and color touch-screen, this handheld is everything you need. Nearly 2 million preprogrammed points of interest in this powerful little best handheld GPS. Included is an SD slot for unlimited storage and approximately eight hours of battery life, the longest in its class.
This concludes the review of the top five hand held GPS units.
