Entered CNET Catalog: 10/12/2007
SKU: 636926017428
Manufacturer: TomTom
Manufacturer description
The new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION is the answer for drivers who want a portable navigation device that is easy to use, has the latest maps and technologies and is affordable. The new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION combines ease of use, portability, TomTom's patented touch screen technology and award winning software. It also features a sleek lightweight design and is ultra compact so that users can easily carry it to and from their cars. The improved user interface provides options for customizing the navigation screen, provides easier access to overall functionality and quicker search tools. Unique TomTom Map Share technology and most accurate maps Just as users of the recently launched new TomTom GO range, users of the new TomTom ONE 3rd EDITION can easily and instantly improve their own maps with TomTom Map Share. TomTom Map Share is a proprietary map improvement technology unique to TomTom, which enables users to respond in real time to changes in the road network and correct the maps on their TomTom devices accordingly. Thanks to the smart user interface, it is easy to make improvements, such as to mark blocked or unblocked streets, reverse one-way traffic or insert new street names, which will instantly take effect. Roads are continually changing. This feature gives TomTom users the option to capture these changes on their devices in-between map releases and keep their data as current as they wish. These changes allow the community of TomTom Map Share users to always have the most up-to-date maps and inside local knowledge at their fingertips. TomTom has the world's largest satellite navigation community with more than 10 million users. TomTom Map Share users can share their improvements with each other easily through TomTom HOME, TomTom's free software application that enables users to manage, download, store and transfer content from their computer (PC/MAC) onto their TomTom device. When it comes to sharing improvements, users can choose between downloading all reported map improvements or only accepting map improvements verified by a TomTom team of experts to guarantee timeliness and validity. The new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION quickly recalculates the route of the driver, in case he wants to deviate from it or a roadblock occurs. The 'Find Alternative' option adds maximum flexibility for the driver in planning his route. Also, current street names can be displayed while traveling. The recently launched new TomTom GO range and the new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION come with uniquely designed safety features so drivers always have direct access to extensive safety and roadside assistance information wherever they go. The extensive "Help Me!" menu includes information such as the way to the nearest hospital, car maintenance information and first aid instructions. The safety option screen is fully customizable allowing users to set warnings for speed, traffic, restricted zones, schools, and more. With the new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION, drivers can choose from a host of smart extras, making sure the destination is reached in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Drivers now can have easy access to traffic information with the optional RDS-TMC traffic antenna accessory. Also, a number of personalization options, such as warnings, special navigation voices, POIs and more can be downloaded via TomTom HOME.User opinions
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1.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Sucks! Never getting a tom tom again!
Pros: Nothing beneficial that i got from it.
Cons: Takes an extremely long time to put in address, scratched up within the 1st 2 month we had it, has gotten me lost numerous times.
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User Rating:
1.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Poor Quality-
Pros: Easy to read
Cons: Not dependable. Sometimes it takes 10-20 minutes to get GPS signal. It also freezes frequently. Just stopped working totally yesterday. Only had 19 months. This is my second TomTom navigation system. The first system lasted 2 years.
Review: Poor quality. I would not recommend to anyone. Is that the life span for a $160 Navigation system? I will have to purchase another system this week but will purchase another brand.
User Rating:
2.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Not real happy
Pros: I thought it was easy to use.
Cons: I too had trouble with addresses. It tells me I live at the end of my street. I also was using it to look for properties for sale. I had one address that was on a Loop. It took me to the wrong end of the Loop.
Review: If you don't know where your going and your only concern is to get from point A to point B. This one is good for you. If you want the best route from point A to point B this is not for you. I just don't have a lot of confidence in this product taking me to where I need to go. I have had it tell me that I have reached my distination and I don't see anything that had to do with the address I punched in. It a hit or miss GPS. It also took me to lots that had nothing on them. So I would look for the house numbers since I was on the right street, but could not find a house with the right numbers. I warned a friend of mine who was coming to visit from out of state about the issue and to watch for the house numbers. She has a Garmin and had no issues at all, brought her right to my doorstep. I thought they all used the same satellites.
User Rating:
0.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Love it / Hate it
Pros: Great product at a great price. Routes and maps are accurate, mapshare keeps them that way. Recalculate is fast; instructions are clear.
Cons: Unit locks up, and cannot find GPS. Not all the time, but definitely the days you need to count on it. 7 service calls and 2 RMAs in the first year.
Review: I love this GPS when it works, but it fails way too often. I put the car in the garage and turn it off. Next morning, I turn it back on an it's unable to find a GPS signal. Service desk is very helpful, but only open until 7:00et, so be prepared to call during work hours. I can't rely on this one anymore -- I'm asking for my money back!
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Ain't too bad. Well worth the low price.
Pros: Does well enough to navigate you to most locations. Great time - distance calculations. Better than a map any old day. POI (point of interest) is good enough for me.
Cons: I downloaded some of the voices and other interesting options, but this caused me great problems. I deleted these items and I'm good now. For anyone not interested in the RDS - TMS option, purchase the Tomtom One 125 and save yourself a few bucks.
Review: Worth the money, but for bare-bones gps consider the One 125 for similar operation at a reduced cost. I have only seen one other inexpensive gps system (Garmin) and the Tomtom is a smoother choice.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
The best, and the easiest to use. awsome product.
Pros: Easy to use, really like the unit letting me know by speech where to turn, day and night screens different voices, excellent price, everyone should own this product.
Cons: Little better information in the owners manual, but you can go to the website if you have the internet. Other then that nothing else.
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User Rating:
2.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
This product was great, while it worked
Pros: Easy to use, clear screen and voice directions.
Cons: It just kicked off one day (during a long trip to the Smoky Mts. Thank God we had an atlas) I've been unable to turn it on since. I've ensured it was charged, I've attempted the reset. Nothing works. I also had no luck with technical support.
Review: This product would be just ducky if it worked! I used it 2 or 3 times without problems (although it couldn't find the huge Cherry Valley Lodge in Newark, OH). Based on my experience, and what I have read from others, it goes into "safe mode" and doesn't want to come out! I have tried ensuring it was charged through the computer for 2 to 4 hours (as directed), tried restarting it (actually timing how long I pressed the reset button with my watch second hand). I've done everything I can do to no avail. Very disappointed. Also, I cannot find anyone who fixes these blasted things! I'm so aggravated with this product, I will steer clear of them from now on.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Life is better with my TomTom One 3rd edition
Pros: Life is better with my TomTom One 3rd edition
Cons: Life is better with my TomTom One 3rd edition
Review: I've been using TomTom for about 2 years now and can't really remember how I got by before it. I travel extensively in the US and Western Europe, so have both maps saved on my laptop and switch between them on the TomTom as needed. The ability to submit updates and download updates others have submitted has proven invaluable, and is in my mind one of the primary reasons to pick this over other personal GPS products. The interface is intuitive and easy to use. The one downside to this model is that the voice navigation is directions only and does not include reading out the street names.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
OliverTwist
Pros: OliverTwist
Cons: OliverTwist
Review: I am very satisfied with my Tom Tom because it has blown garmin and mio out of the water when i did a private study and drove with all three at the same time. If you want the most accurate maps and you want great service tom tom is for you.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Wouldn't be without it!!
Pros: Wouldn't be without it!!
Cons: Wouldn't be without it!!
Review: I'm retired and to fill some 'spare time' I deliver and pickup vehicles for a local auto dealership. I have delivered / picked up vehicles in a 6 state region; Minnesota, North & South Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois, and have gone as far as Cody, WY. Often going to small or not well known locations, I simply put the address into my TomTom One, 3rd Edition and off we go. It has NEVER failed to get me to my destination (and home again). I never leave home without it.
Bob K.
Bob K.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great Product
Pros: Great Product
Cons: Great Product
Review: I have had my Tom Tom One 3rd Eddition for about a year now, and it has been very useful in my job in locating new facilitys we serve. Due to the new 911 addressing in my area, some addresses have not been updated, but it usually puts you close enough to find the correct address. Other higher priced GPS units may have more bells and whistes, but the One 3rd Edition has been great.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
useful thing for traveling
Pros: useful thing for traveling
Cons: useful thing for traveling
Review: I have had my TomTom Go for about a month, but I haven't really used it all that much yet. I chose this one because of the great reviews that I ready, but also because it's supposed to be able to take your target destinations and map the best route. I'm a real estate agent, and I think this might be extremely helpful... especially when I venture out away from my normal territory. I've not put this function through it's paces yet.
The maps are NOT up-to-date. Some roads that should definitely be on there are not, and none of the newer roads (1 year or so old) are on the maps. Also, the "time to destination" calculation is way off.
The maps are NOT up-to-date. Some roads that should definitely be on there are not, and none of the newer roads (1 year or so old) are on the maps. Also, the "time to destination" calculation is way off.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
i like it - time saver
Pros: i like it - time saver
Cons: i like it - time saver
Review: hi i bought this excellent peice of GPS after reading many reviews in Cnet and other related websites..after very careful reviewing i bought it from amazon for an amazing price and still the GPS is the excellent peice i have bought so far..my previous one being the magellan.. i am sure TOmTom will upgrade its website to have us all the updated maps as early as 2008..well it doesnt have the MP3 play back option in the unit .. i find many pros while 2 cons.. it doesnt support a SD card slot and its mem is 1gb..however it should have street spelling option instead of calling the turns..well its the price that makes it worth..
User Rating:
3.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Excellent Basic Nav Unit,
Pros: Easy to use.
Cons: Expansive Map Updates $79+++
Review: This was my 1st nav unit and I have used it for many trips and love the way it corrects my trip if I miss a turn or stop for gas.
Map updates must be where they make their money. $79 for a US map update seems very high when you can just go out and buy another Magellin/Garmin/TomTom in a year or so and get current maps.
All-in-All a good choice.
Map updates must be where they make their money. $79 for a US map update seems very high when you can just go out and buy another Magellin/Garmin/TomTom in a year or so and get current maps.
All-in-All a good choice.
User Rating:
3.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Good basic unit
Pros: Solid performance for routing and re-routing, which is why we buy these things. Free new map update within 30 days of purchase. Mapshare feature. On-line community POI data bases.
Cons: No text-to-speach, interface isn't optimized for me, newer version is now on the market (the One 130s, which has text-to-speach).
Review: This is my second GPS unit, with my first being the Magellan Roadmate 1200. This was a huge step up from that product, although both are considered entry-units. This is much faster at aquiring the GPS signals, faster at calculating a route, faster at re-calculating routes when I make a wrong turn, and doesn't freeze up on me at all (which was common with the Magellan). It's user interface isn't as easy for me as the Magellan's was, but it's not that bad. I just dis-like having to click through 3 screens to "cancel route", which is something I do often once I get back into an area I know. I would want this to be on my first screen.
The unit is just a basic system, doesn't have all the bells and whistles that some of the other more expensive systems have, but it gets the job done. One thing that it lacks that most people will want is the text-to-speach feature, which the newer version does have (the One 130s), which is only about $50 more, well worth it. My unit just tells you when to turn and gives you a text display of the street name. It works well enough for me. The newer 130s unit will actually say the name of the street you must turn on, eliminating the need for you to take your eyes off the road. The Megellan had a "ding" sound just about the time you needed to turn, which was nice, and I actually really miss that little feature.
Another huge advantage of the newer unit (130s) is that it's mount is built into the unit and folds up, so you can take the unit and mount down and easily slip both into your pocket, or whatever little hiding place you have in your car. With my unit, you have to take the mount off the unit (cause it's too bulky to hide or put in my pocket with the mount still attached), and reattach it every time you want to use the unit again. This is probably the biggest pain when using a gps unit, but after having my car broken into for a gps unit in the past (and only the mount was visiable, but they figured the gps unit was hiden in my car, and they were right), I always remove my mount and unit from the car at night.
Some of the best features of the One 3rd edition is the on-line support. After you buy your TomTom, you can just hook your unit up to your computer and follow the directions and it will update your unit with the newest maps. You get up to 30 days from purchase to do this, I recommend waiting till near the end of the 30 days to update. I updated mine the first night, it's been about 25 days now, a new map version was just released, but because I already updated it I can't get the new one. I still have a newer map than most people currently buying gps systems today though, my map is only 3 months old, when a lot of the units being sold are a year or more out-of-date.
Also, with the on-line support you get map corrections which other users have shared (and you can to if you choose to, simply by correcting the map on the unit which is pretty simple, and hooking up to your computer). This keeps even a slightly out of date map very useable, but I think this feature is only active for one year after purchase, so make sure to update it prior to the end of the year. With the free 30-day map update and the mapshare corrections, you could probably go about 2 years without noticing any mapping issues. And with the cost of these GPS devices dropping like they are, you could just buy a new unit at that time for just a little over what a new map would cost you anyway.
There is also a huge amount of points of interest (POIs) data bases out there to download into TomTom devices. It comes with plenty already loaded into it, so you should have no problem finding a gas station or place to eat, but it's also very customizable. So if you want to know where all the Starbucks (or Walmart/Target/Safeway/ect.) in the US are (or at least a large portion of them), you can easily download this information into your unit and always find a place to get your morning coffee.
Overall, this unit is better than the other entry-level system I have used. I'm happy with my purchase and it does everything that it claims. If you're looking for a basic gps device, this will do everything you could want. However, the newer 130s is only about $50 more expensive and adds text-to-speach and a few other nice features. Another solid unit I've heard a lot about during my research would be the Garmin Nuvi 200. If you can get the One 3rd edition for a good price and don't care about text-to-speach, it's a great buy. You'll feel confident driving anywhere.
The unit is just a basic system, doesn't have all the bells and whistles that some of the other more expensive systems have, but it gets the job done. One thing that it lacks that most people will want is the text-to-speach feature, which the newer version does have (the One 130s), which is only about $50 more, well worth it. My unit just tells you when to turn and gives you a text display of the street name. It works well enough for me. The newer 130s unit will actually say the name of the street you must turn on, eliminating the need for you to take your eyes off the road. The Megellan had a "ding" sound just about the time you needed to turn, which was nice, and I actually really miss that little feature.
Another huge advantage of the newer unit (130s) is that it's mount is built into the unit and folds up, so you can take the unit and mount down and easily slip both into your pocket, or whatever little hiding place you have in your car. With my unit, you have to take the mount off the unit (cause it's too bulky to hide or put in my pocket with the mount still attached), and reattach it every time you want to use the unit again. This is probably the biggest pain when using a gps unit, but after having my car broken into for a gps unit in the past (and only the mount was visiable, but they figured the gps unit was hiden in my car, and they were right), I always remove my mount and unit from the car at night.
Some of the best features of the One 3rd edition is the on-line support. After you buy your TomTom, you can just hook your unit up to your computer and follow the directions and it will update your unit with the newest maps. You get up to 30 days from purchase to do this, I recommend waiting till near the end of the 30 days to update. I updated mine the first night, it's been about 25 days now, a new map version was just released, but because I already updated it I can't get the new one. I still have a newer map than most people currently buying gps systems today though, my map is only 3 months old, when a lot of the units being sold are a year or more out-of-date.
Also, with the on-line support you get map corrections which other users have shared (and you can to if you choose to, simply by correcting the map on the unit which is pretty simple, and hooking up to your computer). This keeps even a slightly out of date map very useable, but I think this feature is only active for one year after purchase, so make sure to update it prior to the end of the year. With the free 30-day map update and the mapshare corrections, you could probably go about 2 years without noticing any mapping issues. And with the cost of these GPS devices dropping like they are, you could just buy a new unit at that time for just a little over what a new map would cost you anyway.
There is also a huge amount of points of interest (POIs) data bases out there to download into TomTom devices. It comes with plenty already loaded into it, so you should have no problem finding a gas station or place to eat, but it's also very customizable. So if you want to know where all the Starbucks (or Walmart/Target/Safeway/ect.) in the US are (or at least a large portion of them), you can easily download this information into your unit and always find a place to get your morning coffee.
Overall, this unit is better than the other entry-level system I have used. I'm happy with my purchase and it does everything that it claims. If you're looking for a basic gps device, this will do everything you could want. However, the newer 130s is only about $50 more expensive and adds text-to-speach and a few other nice features. Another solid unit I've heard a lot about during my research would be the Garmin Nuvi 200. If you can get the One 3rd edition for a good price and don't care about text-to-speach, it's a great buy. You'll feel confident driving anywhere.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
BEST GPS FOR THE PRICE RANGE !
Pros: EASY TO USE, ACCURATE, FREE MAP UPDATES, GREAT PRICE !
Cons: NO TEXT TO SPEECH, BUT GREAT VOICE INTSTRUCTIONS !
Review: I purchased this GPS about 6 months ago and really have no complaints, I would like voice to text but TOMTOM has done a great job with the voice instructions so it's really not that big of a deal (especially with it's accuracy which is aided by free satelite position updates via their website).
I literally plugged it in at the store and typed in my home address and it gave me 5 perfect/accurate options to get me there.
I have tested it several times by missing turns on purpose and it quickly calculated a route to get me back on track.
The map is up tp date in most respects but I have found one NEW road in my city that was not on it. But, it was an easy fix as TomTom allows you to add these corrections and share them online via free map updates and WAHLAH.. it's now on their.
I would give the TomTom One (3rd edition) a 10 instead of a 9 except for the lack of text to voice but in all honesty I think thats more vanity on my part than anything else! Especially at the $150 price range. (so maybe I should have given it a 10! I think I'll go back and change that right now!
I literally plugged it in at the store and typed in my home address and it gave me 5 perfect/accurate options to get me there.
I have tested it several times by missing turns on purpose and it quickly calculated a route to get me back on track.
The map is up tp date in most respects but I have found one NEW road in my city that was not on it. But, it was an easy fix as TomTom allows you to add these corrections and share them online via free map updates and WAHLAH.. it's now on their.
I would give the TomTom One (3rd edition) a 10 instead of a 9 except for the lack of text to voice but in all honesty I think thats more vanity on my part than anything else! Especially at the $150 price range. (so maybe I should have given it a 10! I think I'll go back and change that right now!
Updated
I purchased my TomTom 3RD Edition a few months back.
In general I very happy with it "except for the no text to speech" which I guess is a little much to ask for a $149.00 GPS.
Pros: Fast at obtaining a signal and rerouting, TomTom has just recently come out with a NEW map for this unit for $99.99...Duh, I only paid $149 for the entire unit so this is a bit crazy if you ask me! BUT, You do get map share (a free download as often as you like)for free from TomTom for a year. And, after doing a bit of investigating I found out that the Quote New Map is based on users (like you and me) who have made corrections and uploaded them to the website. So, in reality we have the "NEW" MAP FOR FREE!!!
CONS: As usual with most GPS's out there sometimes it sends you some crazy ways but you do eventually get there ...LOL. What I have found though is to try several of the TomTom's many routing options and you will find one that is more direct and correct. I have also noticed that most of it's crazy directions are because of out of date maps, so if you'll just make corrections and upload them for the rest of us we will all get better directions!
I purchased my TomTom 3RD Edition a few months back.
In general I very happy with it "except for the no text to speech" which I guess is a little much to ask for a $149.00 GPS.
Pros: Fast at obtaining a signal and rerouting, TomTom has just recently come out with a NEW map for this unit for $99.99...Duh, I only paid $149 for the entire unit so this is a bit crazy if you ask me! BUT, You do get map share (a free download as often as you like)for free from TomTom for a year. And, after doing a bit of investigating I found out that the Quote New Map is based on users (like you and me) who have made corrections and uploaded them to the website. So, in reality we have the "NEW" MAP FOR FREE!!!
CONS: As usual with most GPS's out there sometimes it sends you some crazy ways but you do eventually get there ...LOL. What I have found though is to try several of the TomTom's many routing options and you will find one that is more direct and correct. I have also noticed that most of it's crazy directions are because of out of date maps, so if you'll just make corrections and upload them for the rest of us we will all get better directions!
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Definately worth the money!
Pros: Very easy to use. Opened the box and away I went.
Cons: Tom Tom Home Page can be slightly frustrating to navigate.
Review: I bought this while on vacation in Texas from Florida. I could not believe how easy it was to use. All I did was open the box plug in my addresses and away I went. After installing the Home Page, personalizing my Tom Tom was easy. The Home Page can be alittle frustrating but manageable. I am now being navigated by R2D2. This GPS has alot of fun options for personalizing. I highly recommend this GPS. It beats trying to navigate with maps while trying to drive and missing exits and turns. You know what I mean. You can concentrate on driving while someone else tells you where to go. I intentionally took wrong turns and it recalculated my route instantly. Tom Tom gives you ample warning when your exit is approaching. There is so much I like about it. Buy one, you won't be sorry.
User Rating:
0.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
fraudulent advertising
Pros: lowcost when on sale
Cons: TomTom incompetent company
Review: TomTom support has got to be the most incompetent British company I’ve ever had the displeasure of dealing with.
Purchased the TomTom One 3rd edition at Christmas with the explicit requirement of using it on our trip to Europe. Attempted multiple times to download the western European map. Informed their website was down and to try again in 4-months closer to our departure date.
I mentioned my desire for immediate download was the limited time sale of January 31.
No to worry you’re eligibility for the discounted price will be dutifully recorded in your incident report. Try again in 4-months.
Never heard of that before! Here a customer wanting to give a company money but is prevented from doing so because their website is scheduled to be down for over a month.
Well only in jolly old England I guess.
You can imagine my surprise when I phoned same special service number only to be informed the sale is no longer in effect and there is not recorded of my promissory note. (Mike, supervisor)
However there is record of my 4 failed attempts of downloading the map and 3 incident reports.
To advertise a product and not make it available is considered fraudulent.
If TomTom wasn’t willing to honour the sale price they should have made that clear on my first inquiry.
So much for good will.
Purchased the TomTom One 3rd edition at Christmas with the explicit requirement of using it on our trip to Europe. Attempted multiple times to download the western European map. Informed their website was down and to try again in 4-months closer to our departure date.
I mentioned my desire for immediate download was the limited time sale of January 31.
No to worry you’re eligibility for the discounted price will be dutifully recorded in your incident report. Try again in 4-months.
Never heard of that before! Here a customer wanting to give a company money but is prevented from doing so because their website is scheduled to be down for over a month.
Well only in jolly old England I guess.
You can imagine my surprise when I phoned same special service number only to be informed the sale is no longer in effect and there is not recorded of my promissory note. (Mike, supervisor)
However there is record of my 4 failed attempts of downloading the map and 3 incident reports.
To advertise a product and not make it available is considered fraudulent.
If TomTom wasn’t willing to honour the sale price they should have made that clear on my first inquiry.
So much for good will.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Very solid and fast device
Pros: Fast response, easy to use
Cons: Maps for new areas not fully updated
Review: I've had several GPS devices through the years and just recently bought four of them to compare. Tomtom XL, Magellan 4250, Garmin 260 and this Tomtom One 3rd edition. I've already taken several long trips and multiple local trips and this is a great device. Tomtom's technology is very quick in looking up addresses or points of interest. It has the most intuitive interface and is much quicker than higher priced units. Most of the feature rich devices have stuff that is nice to have, but not useful. None of the devices are perfect or have fully updated information, but for the price, the size and the battery power, this Tomtom is an excellent choice.
User Rating:
1.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
I guess with this unit you get what you pay for.
Pros: Picks up satellite signal quickly, no lag when entering information, different voice choices
Cons: Horrible routing, missing POIs
Review: I picked up this unit and got it up and running. I downloaded the latest map updates and POIs from tomtom.com and I took it for a spin over to my local Outback. Well I am glad I knew where I was going because this thing wanted me to drive about 15 miles out of my way which is bad considering the trip is only about 10 miles from my house. After about 5 other trips to various areas I got similar routing issues. I tried shortest routes, quickest routes, nothing seemed to help. During setup I put in my address and on the map it was wrong by about 1/2 mile. Considering my house is over 10 years old I would imagine it should have been on the map correctly. I know I could have manually changed my address on the map, but I felt that should have just been there. Now we get to the lack of POIs. I only used it locally around my house and surrounding area and I would pass places it said there were supposed to be gas stations and there was nothing there (and nothing had been there for some time). I would also pass intersections where there were multiple gas stations and sometimes all of them were listed, but most of the time only one would be listed. Needless to say I took it back and I will be researching them a little more and I need to be willing to spend a bit more to get one that actually works.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
great device great price
Pros: really easy to you, small
Cons: nothing bad to say about it.
Review: great device. Glad i purchased it. I would highly recommended! This tomtom has helped me out so much since i moved to a new city i cannot say enough good things about it. Very simple to use right out of the box. The price was good too. I got mine at wal-mart for $170. If your looking for something eay to use and to get you where you need to go this is the one for you.
User Rating:
0.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
worked great .... for 8.3 miles
Pros: none found
Cons: the whole thing
Review: worked great for 8.3 miles then shut off and never came on again. The tomtom home program that came with it may have been great, I'll never know. tried tomtom customer service but alas they were closed, taking this piece back and getting a garmin.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
perfect option for 1st time GPS user
Pros: sleek touch screen, user friendly, large screen
Cons: a bit pricy for add ons
Review: I received this as a birthday gift because I have just been offered a consulting position with a large firm and will be traveling more than 80% of the time to different client sites. Having this device will be a great help while navigating my way through unfamiliar towns.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Best affordable GPS!
Pros: Simple, easy to use
Cons: Dashboard mount could be better
Review: Bought it for $150, initially disappointed coz no bluetooth but now I am happy coz this piece of machine does best what it should do: Navigation! No setup hassle, no learning curve, just smooth ride. You cannot get a better GPS at such price.
User Rating:
1.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Terrible Product Support
Pros: When working, easy to program, maps pretty accurate
Cons: Stopped working after 2.5 months. Poor product support
Review: I had my unit for less than three months and the screen stopped working properly. BE WARNED...their product support is horrible. I have to RMA this to a repair center at MY EXPENSE and it will take two weeks to fix. The big problem is that I leave for vacation in less than a week (the reason I bought this in the first place). Customer support...they just didn't care. Very disappointing to say the least.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
It's my first, but apparently an excellent choice.
Pros: Very easy to use and seems to have all the options
Cons: New roads aren't there yet.
Review: I couldn't have asked for much more. It does everything I expect it to do. I'm amazed how exact it is when it places where I am on the road. Just need to get more of the newer California city streets into it.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
DOn't believe all the negative reviews
Pros: Great at navigating you to whereever you need to go. Easy to update.
Cons: Not up to date right out of the box but then again what is these days?
Review: Before I decided to purchase a GPS for myself I decided to do a lot of research. I looked at all different makes. I found that mostly the TOMTOM got less than favourable reviews but it’s price and the fact that it has Canada and the entire US maps included. I decided that I would give it a try and return it if I had to.
When I first got home and took it out of the box I asked it to navigate me to downtown Toronto for a trip I was about to make. The first set of directions took me out of my way to get to the 401. So I hooked the TOMTOM up to my pc and downloaded all the newest updates. Next I asked it to do the same trip and it did so with no out of the way directions.
Next I asked it to navigate me to me work. Lets face it the true test to one of these devices is to navigate me in the area that I know best. Now the route it took me to work did use one road that I would never use but I would say 95% of the route is the same one that I use everyday. Not bad.
As for the road that I would never take it isn't one that is unsafe, or anything like that it's just one that has many stoplights and traffic. I figured that it still did an awesome job of getting me to a place I know.
I think the number one thing you have to do with it is update it so that it can do its job. It navigated me all the way to the Metro Convention Centre without a hiccup.
I looked all over the web and did read a lot of positive and negative reviews about the TOMTOM. Mostly the people talked about the wrong directions it gave and the fact that the maps were out of date.
Well lets face it no matter how up to date a "map" is there are always going to be changes. What mostly do not change are the major roadways and intersections. You can get to close to where you need to if the area is new.
Even if you do make a mistake and turn before you are supposed to it will quickly recalculate and give you a new set of directions. There are so many POI's that anything you need to find you will have no problems doing so.
Give this a try you will not be disappointed.
When I first got home and took it out of the box I asked it to navigate me to downtown Toronto for a trip I was about to make. The first set of directions took me out of my way to get to the 401. So I hooked the TOMTOM up to my pc and downloaded all the newest updates. Next I asked it to do the same trip and it did so with no out of the way directions.
Next I asked it to navigate me to me work. Lets face it the true test to one of these devices is to navigate me in the area that I know best. Now the route it took me to work did use one road that I would never use but I would say 95% of the route is the same one that I use everyday. Not bad.
As for the road that I would never take it isn't one that is unsafe, or anything like that it's just one that has many stoplights and traffic. I figured that it still did an awesome job of getting me to a place I know.
I think the number one thing you have to do with it is update it so that it can do its job. It navigated me all the way to the Metro Convention Centre without a hiccup.
I looked all over the web and did read a lot of positive and negative reviews about the TOMTOM. Mostly the people talked about the wrong directions it gave and the fact that the maps were out of date.
Well lets face it no matter how up to date a "map" is there are always going to be changes. What mostly do not change are the major roadways and intersections. You can get to close to where you need to if the area is new.
Even if you do make a mistake and turn before you are supposed to it will quickly recalculate and give you a new set of directions. There are so many POI's that anything you need to find you will have no problems doing so.
Give this a try you will not be disappointed.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Very affordable GPS
Pros: Easy to use, good tutorials, compact size, excellent GPS for average user
Cons: Box is very difficult to get open
Review: Personally I feel that this Tomtom is a very good GPS. This is the first GPS I have ever bought and I'm very pleased with its performance. The best value here is its reasonable price. The screen is easy to see as well. The mount is also easy to remove to place in different areas of your car. I very suprised at the amount of options I was able to modify. Overall I feel that this is an excellent GPS for the average user, plenty of options any easy to use.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
LOVE IT! Best gift I ever gave. and received
Pros: I got 2 for 299! (HSN),I dont know how I lived without this! No bells & whistles-just helps me find where i need to go.
Cons: Havent found one yet
Review: I love that it re-routes itself if you miss a turn.It saves so much gas and time.I love being able to get in the car and just go....a real lifesaver
User Rating:
1.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
very disappointed in TomTom
Pros: easy to use, when reset
Cons: had to reset every time I turned it on.
Review: White screen every time I turned on the unit required resetting. Tomtom is aware of the problem with this model. Suggested fixes that didn't work. At one retailer, told of 4 in the past few weeks returned with this issue. Why isn't Tomtom recalling these or fixing the problem?
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
This is my first GPS device It is easy to use and very acurate
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: graphics are not crisp
Review:
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Gets you where you want to go, isn't that the idea?
Pros: Cheap, easy to use, works great
Cons: No text to speech
Review: I have used the Tom Tom with my Treo phone for a year or so, but you can't talk on the phone at the same time it is on. I bought the Tom Tom One 3rd edition recently and it works great. Maps are generally accurate, though there are occasionally two different locations for a point of interest. Usually the second one is correct (why is the first one still there?). I do a lot of driving in multiple cities and it gets me there fast. Highly recommended.
User Rating:
3.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Overall Good GPS For The Money
Pros: Great price. Out of the box the only POI's are the Hospital, Police and other emergency service. Once you go on line and update maps, etc then all the normal POI's are downloaded ie restaurants, etc
Cons: Does some stupid routing, Not really bright sometimes. Fast routing doesn't always take the fastest route.
Review: I think this unit is easy to use. It is not the sharpest pencil in the box. Some of the routing that is does is not most direct, or the fastest. One trip ignored the Interstate highway and went with a much slower stop and go road (15 miles worth!) Once it got confused and told me to go in the opposite direction than what I know I had to go. For $150 it was a good buy. I like the idea of downloading free map updates. I would never pay for map updates. All in all I like my GPS, I would never pay more that $150. So this unit made GPS affordable for me. I can live with the querks that this unit has.
The GPS receiver is very sensative, it picks up to 7 satellites when I am in my house which has cinder block walls.
Make sure you have a general idea of which way you need to go, don't use this unit with blind faith! You need to use common sense on which roads to take, and the GPS will then finish the trip and home in on locating the trip destination end point.
The GPS receiver is very sensative, it picks up to 7 satellites when I am in my house which has cinder block walls.
Make sure you have a general idea of which way you need to go, don't use this unit with blind faith! You need to use common sense on which roads to take, and the GPS will then finish the trip and home in on locating the trip destination end point.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great biginners GPS
Pros: easy to use, good choices, option good for price
Cons: POI lacking,
Review: This is a great vaule for the 1st time GPS buyer......I have rented may from various rental car companies across the US ( Garmin, Magellin, JVC....) this unit works as well as the others. I tried to get lost and it directed me back to my destination. I would highly recommend it for the 1st time basic users.....
User Rating:
1.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Very frustrating!
Pros: Nice display and user interface
Cons: Technical problems
Review: I was very disappointed that the unit would not turn on unless the reset button is depressed each time. I have updated the software and it still does not help. The website tomtom.com runs VERY SLOW, and it is impossible to get anywhere on the site FAQs since the webpages won't even load. I have called the support phone number, which was busy the first couple of times I tried, and have been on hold for 20 minutes before I finally spoke to someone. After describing the problem, my unit needs to be replaced. Overall just a real disappointing experience.
User Rating:
0.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
poor GPS reception
Pros: looks good
Cons: works poor poor
Review: could not find GPS signal on I-55, got a ticket for following friends car for directions
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great GPS!!!
Pros: Great clear maps & screen, quick sat signal pick up
Cons: Sometimes off by a few blocks
Review: I got this GPS for $ 130 on black friday. I work in the field and use it for work. I am impressed by the quick signal pick up and recalculation of routes. The short turn voice commands are clear and effective. The update software is great and simple. The only con so far has been off a few blocks from the street # given only a few times. I recomended to my brother who got one ad is very happy with it. For price and features is perfect for me.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great buy! simplicity at it's best
Pros: Just Gps, no unneeded junk
Cons: A sd card slot would be a nice addition.
Review: I was drawn to this unit right off due to the fact it is just simply a Gps unit. I don't need a mp3 player I have xm radio and a cd player for my music. I don't need bluetooth, I have all the bluetooth devices I need. And I sure don't need to pay the extra 2,3,4oo.00 dollars the makers add to the price tag for including all this junk.
I live in Rome Ga. , the nw part of the state and recently hd to drive to Jacksonville al. Even with the remoteness of the area and not much in the way of city like poi's the unit was surprisingly accurate both with it's directions and map's showing all streets in the area. The only thing I would like to see added on this unit is a sd slot to have the ability to add poi's away from the home pc.
Would and have bought gain, got one for parents.
I live in Rome Ga. , the nw part of the state and recently hd to drive to Jacksonville al. Even with the remoteness of the area and not much in the way of city like poi's the unit was surprisingly accurate both with it's directions and map's showing all streets in the area. The only thing I would like to see added on this unit is a sd slot to have the ability to add poi's away from the home pc.
Would and have bought gain, got one for parents.
User Rating:
2.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Not compatible with Macintosh OS - but they don't tell you
Pros: compact; intuitive
Cons: maps and POI not accurate
Review: There are a couple of reasons for the low rating. First and foremost, the map of my area was missing several streets, so about half the time I used it, it thought I was not even on the road. I live in a somewhat rural area and this may not be the case in cities, but I can only comment on what I saw. Second, it is not compatible with the release of the Apple OS right before the Leopard release. I know they say it is on the website, but I called when it repeatedly crashed on my computer and they told me it is not. Third, I tried to locate around 10 POI's and none of them were accurate. They were all off by about a half mile. I don't know if this is common to all GPS's but again, I am only commenting on what I experienced. On the plus side, it is very compact and easy to use. Thank goodness Target was willing to take it back after two weeks on a defective basis due to the computer problem. I got a garmin nuvi 260, which, so far, has rectified all of the problems I had. I really like the garmin. Looking at the Tomtom website, I couldn't help but wonder if it was just sort of making a mediocre attempt at the American market, almost just for fun (It's a European company). I don't have any real basis upon which to make a claim like that, but for some reason I got that feeling from looking at the website.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great GPS. No identity crisis.
Pros: Does GPS and does it well. Simple. Affordable. Easy to use.
Cons: I just wish it was a bit skinnier, so it would fit nicely in my pocket.
Review: After beating my head on the wall with several other GPS units, I've finally settled with this one.
While other GPS units get raving reviews for having integrated MP3 players or picture slideshow viewer, they fail miserably at doing what they're supposed to do! This unit concentrates on being a good GPS unit. Points-of-Interest are great, and traffic via TMC is a godsend in Germany. Those Gramin Nuvi's with their MP3 playback can keep it. I'll take my boring TomTom One (3rd Edition) any day.
While other GPS units get raving reviews for having integrated MP3 players or picture slideshow viewer, they fail miserably at doing what they're supposed to do! This unit concentrates on being a good GPS unit. Points-of-Interest are great, and traffic via TMC is a godsend in Germany. Those Gramin Nuvi's with their MP3 playback can keep it. I'll take my boring TomTom One (3rd Edition) any day.
Updated
I just remembered. My only other gripe about this is the lac of a Mac version o the TomTom HOME software version 2.x. COME ON TomTom! This isn't a Windows-only world!
I just remembered. My only other gripe about this is the lac of a Mac version o the TomTom HOME software version 2.x. COME ON TomTom! This isn't a Windows-only world!
User Rating:
2.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Good but not as great as it could be.
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: No route storage, no card reader
Review: This is a VERY basic GPS. Please, if you think you may actually USE an in-car GPS and not just buy it for a play-pretty, buy a more robust model. This unit does have lots of points-of interest in its database. However, when planning a route, if you want to use a different road than TomTom suggests, you must manually enter this in. Sadly, once you need to plan another route to somewhere else, these edits are gone. This may be an okay GPS for the family trip once a year to Florida. But for someone who wants to really get some use out of their automotive GPS like a truck driver or courier, you are best paying more for something better.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Nice and easy to operate, greate value for the price
Pros: full of features, easy to use, and affordable
Cons: No SD card slot, comes wth almost no space left for additional maps
Review:
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great buy in a GPS
Pros: Alot of GPS for the money
Cons: Doesnt't have alot of non-gps extras (is that a con?)
Review: I purchased the TomTom 1 3rd edition to replace an existing Dell PDA GPS. The maps on the Dell were more than the cost of the TomTom, and were an older release. I was looking for a straight forward GPS, and didn't want to view picures, didn't care about speech to text, playing MP3's , etc.
The TomTom fit the bill, having all the features for a GPS except speech to text, and a sd slot.
The set up was fast and easy, though I would recommend that you start off by logging your unit on to TomTom's site through your computer. It will update the software, and give you few other options as well.
The signal acquisition was quick. It was also very easy to put in a destination, and start driving. It offers an alternate route feature. When I pushed this on my way from Nashville to Memphis it immediately changed the route from interstate to non-interstate.
It has several options on routes, including non-toll roads. You can also route through certain way points, or via certain points under the Prepare your route option. It is a slightly different process, but is also quick and easy. You have an array of GPS options and display options (such as 2-d, 3-d,excessive speed warnings,poi display and notice to mention a few), to suit your preferences. It also offers several emergency options.
You are given an option in the first 30 days to update to the most recent map for free, provided the map on your unit isn't the most recent. Having used GPS for a number of years, maps are the issue. Some units have maps with a one or two year old release, so be sure to determine how old the map is before you buy a unit.
I have about 12 trips on this unit, several to backroad out-of-the-way places. In each instance, it got me there in the way I would have normally gone. It even told me which way I should turn for cars in a rest area. Should you decide to go another way, though, the re-route is quick. My dell unit would go on for miles before it would finally give up and reroute. TomTom keeps re-routing constantly, and for the most part, quietly. Also, it give plenty of notice regarding turns and exits. This was especially nice in the interstate traffic in Nashville and Memphis. Typically it would tell me about 2 miles before the exit. However on normal streets it provided notice a few hundred years in advance.
TomTom also has a feature called Mapshare, where one can make a correction, and upload it so others can get the correction on their unit. The 3rd Edition also offers traffic cameras, POI, and for an additional cost, traffic info.
I ran into two problems on the road. Going into Memphis on I-40, the instructions told me to get off at exit 12-B. But it was clear on the display that I should get off on 10-B to the interstate bypass. I did and the display was correct. On my way back, the other side of the exit was indeed marked 12. Also at one POI, it was off by several hundred yards. Other than those two issues, the directions were great, and maps were accurate.
Estimated driving time was also close, though in most cases I got there a few minutes early (not bad for 3 and 4 hr trips).
Battery time was a little short (about 2 1/2 hrs), and hooking up the charger while driving is risky. The night screen requires you to manually change it. It doesn't come with a case (TomTom's is $30). Other than that, this is a unit my parents can operate and understand. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles, but it can get you to your destination.
The TomTom fit the bill, having all the features for a GPS except speech to text, and a sd slot.
The set up was fast and easy, though I would recommend that you start off by logging your unit on to TomTom's site through your computer. It will update the software, and give you few other options as well.
The signal acquisition was quick. It was also very easy to put in a destination, and start driving. It offers an alternate route feature. When I pushed this on my way from Nashville to Memphis it immediately changed the route from interstate to non-interstate.
It has several options on routes, including non-toll roads. You can also route through certain way points, or via certain points under the Prepare your route option. It is a slightly different process, but is also quick and easy. You have an array of GPS options and display options (such as 2-d, 3-d,excessive speed warnings,poi display and notice to mention a few), to suit your preferences. It also offers several emergency options.
You are given an option in the first 30 days to update to the most recent map for free, provided the map on your unit isn't the most recent. Having used GPS for a number of years, maps are the issue. Some units have maps with a one or two year old release, so be sure to determine how old the map is before you buy a unit.
I have about 12 trips on this unit, several to backroad out-of-the-way places. In each instance, it got me there in the way I would have normally gone. It even told me which way I should turn for cars in a rest area. Should you decide to go another way, though, the re-route is quick. My dell unit would go on for miles before it would finally give up and reroute. TomTom keeps re-routing constantly, and for the most part, quietly. Also, it give plenty of notice regarding turns and exits. This was especially nice in the interstate traffic in Nashville and Memphis. Typically it would tell me about 2 miles before the exit. However on normal streets it provided notice a few hundred years in advance.
TomTom also has a feature called Mapshare, where one can make a correction, and upload it so others can get the correction on their unit. The 3rd Edition also offers traffic cameras, POI, and for an additional cost, traffic info.
I ran into two problems on the road. Going into Memphis on I-40, the instructions told me to get off at exit 12-B. But it was clear on the display that I should get off on 10-B to the interstate bypass. I did and the display was correct. On my way back, the other side of the exit was indeed marked 12. Also at one POI, it was off by several hundred yards. Other than those two issues, the directions were great, and maps were accurate.
Estimated driving time was also close, though in most cases I got there a few minutes early (not bad for 3 and 4 hr trips).
Battery time was a little short (about 2 1/2 hrs), and hooking up the charger while driving is risky. The night screen requires you to manually change it. It doesn't come with a case (TomTom's is $30). Other than that, this is a unit my parents can operate and understand. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles, but it can get you to your destination.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Simply Amazing!
Pros: Small size, affordable, map share and easy navigation
Cons: Haven't come across anything that I didn't know before buying.
Review: This is one amazing product!
I was initially sceptic about its small size, but once I opened the box, I was happy with the size and brightness of the screen.
Though it does not have text-to-speech functionality(it does not tell you street names), you have to be really dumb to miss the turns. It will tell you well in advance when you have to turn and then remind you once more when you approach the turn. That's good enough for me. I am not willing to spend $200 more for text-to-speech functionality.
The mapshare technology is another interesting thing. You can download packages such as "Dunkin donuts" etc. for free !
The tomtom also supports customized maps for any trip planning.
Overall, its a fantastic product, worth the price.
I was initially sceptic about its small size, but once I opened the box, I was happy with the size and brightness of the screen.
Though it does not have text-to-speech functionality(it does not tell you street names), you have to be really dumb to miss the turns. It will tell you well in advance when you have to turn and then remind you once more when you approach the turn. That's good enough for me. I am not willing to spend $200 more for text-to-speech functionality.
The mapshare technology is another interesting thing. You can download packages such as "Dunkin donuts" etc. for free !
The tomtom also supports customized maps for any trip planning.
Overall, its a fantastic product, worth the price.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Perfect Entry Level GPS
Pros: easy to use, accurate driving directions, great satellite reception
Cons: POI database works reasonably well but some addresses a little off
Review: I couldn't refuse the $100 off deal from TomTom after Thanksgiving so we purchased this GPS for travel. The touchscreen interface makes it a breeze to set up and the navigation worked flawlessly when driving to the addresses we entered. The POI database worked great for finding gas stations and restaurants although some of the addresses were slightly off, i.e. it always got us close to our destination but in some cases it wasn't 100% accurate. I would highly recommend one of these for anyone looking for an inexpensive way to experience what a GPS can do.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Simple to use $100 GPS
Pros: Works, accurate, inexpensive
Cons: plastic packaging was over the top
Review: Wow, what a great little GPS. Picked it up at Staples for $105. Worked right out of the plastic packaging. No user manual - YOU DON'T NEED IT! All touch screen, choice of six voices, many setup options to customize colors, icons, compass, image, etc. This unit is designed to be easy to use and foolproof. New maps are in GBP and a little pricey, but you do get one free map within a month of downloading and installing their software and the unit comes with a two year warranty on parts and labor.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Compact GPS
Pros: It Bangs For The Buck
Cons: None at this time
Review: This is my first gps and it works fine very simple to use. and it works great. my next gps will be a Tom Tom XL.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great item
Pros: Fast bootup, Crispy screen, loud voice.
Cons: Mounting and not home charger in the package
Review: Keep you $100 and get this one. Don't waste your money on other models when want you need is going from point A to B. Im a Realtor here on North Jersey and my co-worked have a Tomtom GO 300, she paid more money than I ( $124.99 ) and mine do what a GPS is supposted do. Now if you want fancy items like bluetooth, contact info, mp3 player that you should go for the big one. I can't justify to myself a couple $100 for those thing, but again if what you are looking is a simply co-pilot without printing maps on Mapquest then go for this one.Ahh I almost forget, I did a free trial of Verizon Navigator and don't bother your self, the service is 9.99 and is not accurate as the TomTom so with a year of service you will pay off the gps. Good luck.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
The best no frills basic GPS device on the market
Pros: Inexpensive, reliable, accurate, easy to use
Cons: None (this device is basic and should NOT be compared to high end models)
Review: For basic GPS use this ONE will not dissapoint. It doesn't have all of the high end add ons because it is not designed to. I'm tired of seeing poor reviews for this product because it doesn't have hands free calling. If it had that it wouldn't be 150 to 250 dollar range. This unit is designed to be simple to operate, accurate up to date maps and inexpensive. It does all of that flawlessly. Want bluetooth, gas prices, hands free calling? Then get ready to shell out 500 dollars minimum. Want a darn good product that will never get you lost, FREE updates and map share? Then this is the ONE for you.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Its the BEST!!! at this price?!! Bought it for $150 = Great
Pros: Fast when powers on and fast finding locations, accurate positioning, can set-up the keyboard as QWERTY = much easier to type street names, good display and small form factor.
Cons: Doesn't have text to speech feature
Review: Worked right from the box. Just push the ON button and follow instructions on the sreen. You do not need to read long manuals to get started. It is very basic and reliable GPS unit without the bells and whistles that most people would not use anyway. Has even traffic information feature, but need special antena.
User Rating:
5.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Great GPS and excellent value!
Pros: Small size, quick, has all essentials, LE version has SD card slot, nice screen, excellent price.
Cons: no included ac adapter , USB power is located on bottom of unit so cant rest on dash, and box was pain to open.
Review: I purchased the One LE, not the 3rd edition. Only difference between the two is the LE has an SD card expansion slot in case you want to add future maps (comes with US, Canada, and Guam). The LE is at a certain popular store for $149 now, or you can door bust Friday and save $30 (not worth the wait in my opinion) and get it for $119. If you are doing your research like I did forever, go with the LE in the event you may want that SD slot. I was also looking at the Nuvi 260 and Magellan 3100 and 4040, but I just wanted the basics. The TomTom One has that and then a lot more (traffic updates free trial, buddy finder to locate accepted buddies/family on map in real time, weather, and more). If you're looking for a great simple GPS unit, and don't need it to play MP3's or whatever, the One LE is an excellent choice. I researched everything out there, 20+ units (Navigon, Magellan, Garmin, TomTom, and MIO), and I compared features and pricing. If you're looking for a great value buy that really has everything you need, I'd go with the One LE or 3rd Edition.
User Rating:
4.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Works well - Zero problems.
Pros: Great Price. Works Well.
Cons: None so far.
Review: I bought the Tom Tom One Limited Edition at Best Buy for $249.
Product works very well, no problems at all. Very easy to use and to get started with. It will take a bit of time for the unit to pick up it's first satellite signal - have some patience.
Based on the first two weeks of ownership, I would recommend this product.
Product works very well, no problems at all. Very easy to use and to get started with. It will take a bit of time for the unit to pick up it's first satellite signal - have some patience.
Based on the first two weeks of ownership, I would recommend this product.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
What a great product. I am very pleased with my TomTom 3rd Edition GPS receiver
Pros: Easy to use, very accurate. I live in a rural area and the map had a just completed highway bypass.
Cons: I could not find anything that I would consider a negative.
Review: Used it yesterday for a 250 mile trip. There was many different highways to my location, multiple turns. This was a very enjoyable trip with very accurate map.
User Rating:
4.5 stars
out of 55 user reviews
Simple and Affordable
Pros: Great Price, simple, easy, and Works
Cons: Expensive Accessories and Add-ons
Review: This unit just came out and I just finished trying it out for the first time. It works great. For whatever reason, TomTom lowered their price from $299 for the previous version. That was the reason for my selecting this GPS. In my opinion, the other manufacturers are way over-priced.
This unit has everything that I wanted:
-turn-by-turn voice directions
-quick reliable navigation
-automatic re-routing
-clear up to date maps
-updatable maps
No this unit does not have bluetooth or an SD card slot. But, I personally don't need it. It comes with a mini USB connector that you connect to your computer. When the GPS is recognized, this triggers the desktop companion software to automatically download to your computer from the internet. The unit has a little over a gig of onboard storage for the us/canada maps and then about 100MB for add-on stuff (voices, map colors). I like the fact that it includes map share technology and a port for attaching a traffic antenna that works over FM. But, be aware the antenna is an extra $125 plus a subscription fee (I think).
Other than that, no complaints. It does what it says it can on the box and website. It basically operates itself once you input the destination. It is also very thin to fit easily in your pocket.
I thought the screen might be small, but in reality, it is plenty big enough. If it was any bigger, I feel like it might impede your view when mounted on the windshield or be too big for your pocket.
This unit has everything that I wanted:
-turn-by-turn voice directions
-quick reliable navigation
-automatic re-routing
-clear up to date maps
-updatable maps
No this unit does not have bluetooth or an SD card slot. But, I personally don't need it. It comes with a mini USB connector that you connect to your computer. When the GPS is recognized, this triggers the desktop companion software to automatically download to your computer from the internet. The unit has a little over a gig of onboard storage for the us/canada maps and then about 100MB for add-on stuff (voices, map colors). I like the fact that it includes map share technology and a port for attaching a traffic antenna that works over FM. But, be aware the antenna is an extra $125 plus a subscription fee (I think).
Other than that, no complaints. It does what it says it can on the box and website. It basically operates itself once you input the destination. It is also very thin to fit easily in your pocket.
I thought the screen might be small, but in reality, it is plenty big enough. If it was any bigger, I feel like it might impede your view when mounted on the windshield or be too big for your pocket.
User Rating:
2.0 stars
out of 55 user reviews
very basic functionality you can get same for less
Pros: easy to use - my review could be entusiastic if they would not fool me with unsupported claims about route planning
Cons: you can eneter only one destination - route planning is a joke
Review: I just bought new unit yesterday. Today I have no doubt I am going return it to the store. Why? False Advertisement. I think they have a problem with whoever it might be approving to advertise futures they simply do not have. I bought TOM TOM version 3 based on information repeated all over internet that it supports multi-destination route planning. Apparently they managed to fool many people to believe that they support the "Route planning". So after a week of research I bought my unit- connected to pc and was trying to enter my destinations. After first address there is NO MORE.
Pure Nonsense to connect to pc, play with continuous and repeated download of some file allowing me to "manage" my unit when I can do this manually entering the address much quicker than playing with your downloads. Plus whole night there was an error or I could not connect to their web site at all.
Fact they have number of customizable car icons is just foolishness. Memory is limited to 1 giga and completely full so do not dream about additional downloads.
Apparently the "route planning" is a gimmick to fight off competition.
I can congratulate only TOM TOM and yourself that they are punishing themselves by this dummy advertising claiming that this unit have something which actually doesn’t exist.
I am quite emotional about my wasted time. I would not even look in their direction if not the “route planning”
I am wishing you TOM TOM many happy returns of your merchandise. In my eyes you are foolish and you fully deserve high return rate of your units.
If I go on vacation , to drop uncle Sam off somewhere, to visit somebody there is always number of stops I am going to make
Your product should help me save not waist my time.
SO!! MANY HAPPY RETURNS!!! And more, more of them.
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After spending quite few days searching I think I would not recommend TOM Tom or GARMIN
They charge arm and leg for real route planning.
It looks like their merchandise is just excuse to rob my pocket.
I had nevaman 510 handheld pc and would be quite happy with the limit of 16 addresses per route and even crashing software but finally I can not use it after their reset switch finally gave up (plastic)
I think best solution would be look for handheld pc (for example Hewlett Packard iPAQ rx5915 Travel Companion w/ Navigation, Wireless and Bluetooth) with the newest GPS chip and good software supporting multiple destination.
So long TOM TOM
You have nice (annoying according to my 11 years old daughter) voice but I can not spend my time on the road entering manually new and new address. This is actually dangerous.
For single routes I do not need GPS.
Pure Nonsense to connect to pc, play with continuous and repeated download of some file allowing me to "manage" my unit when I can do this manually entering the address much quicker than playing with your downloads. Plus whole night there was an error or I could not connect to their web site at all.
Fact they have number of customizable car icons is just foolishness. Memory is limited to 1 giga and completely full so do not dream about additional downloads.
Apparently the "route planning" is a gimmick to fight off competition.
I can congratulate only TOM TOM and yourself that they are punishing themselves by this dummy advertising claiming that this unit have something which actually doesn’t exist.
I am quite emotional about my wasted time. I would not even look in their direction if not the “route planning”
I am wishing you TOM TOM many happy returns of your merchandise. In my eyes you are foolish and you fully deserve high return rate of your units.
If I go on vacation , to drop uncle Sam off somewhere, to visit somebody there is always number of stops I am going to make
Your product should help me save not waist my time.
SO!! MANY HAPPY RETURNS!!! And more, more of them.
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After spending quite few days searching I think I would not recommend TOM Tom or GARMIN
They charge arm and leg for real route planning.
It looks like their merchandise is just excuse to rob my pocket.
I had nevaman 510 handheld pc and would be quite happy with the limit of 16 addresses per route and even crashing software but finally I can not use it after their reset switch finally gave up (plastic)
I think best solution would be look for handheld pc (for example Hewlett Packard iPAQ rx5915 Travel Companion w/ Navigation, Wireless and Bluetooth) with the newest GPS chip and good software supporting multiple destination.
So long TOM TOM
You have nice (annoying according to my 11 years old daughter) voice but I can not spend my time on the road entering manually new and new address. This is actually dangerous.
For single routes I do not need GPS.
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