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2.0 stars
"Flawed product"
Pros: Ability to reroute around a single/multiple roads while keeping route intact
Bluetooth
Loud speaker
Nice screen when you can see it
Not as cartoonish as other brands
Can update map corrections from other users
Can plan multiple routesCons: Screen fully washes out in the southwest sun.
Summary: I researched this unit for weeks before deciding to take the plunge. I have owned this product for 5 months and this is a good unit, don't get me wrong. It is top of the line and blows away the cheap GPS units.
Tomtom software can be confusing
Battery life when powered off is only 4 days
Missing most necessary accessories (usable mounts, sunshade)
POI database not very robust
Here are my thoughts
The original windshield mount is horrible. The mount doesn't lock into unit and is very short. I knocked the gps unit off the mount several times just trying to reposition it. Tomtom should have provided a carrying case as well. The unit doesn't handle areas of bright sun, such as the southwest. If you live in a state that has clouds, then you shouldn't have any issues, otherwise, you will need to purchase a sunshade to use the unit. I am not sure if the IQ routing works since it always tried to send me down the middle of very congested roads.
The voices are cool but only certain computer voices will say the street name, the others will say left turn, right turn, etc.
The battery life is awful. I called support multple times because the unit, when powered off, would only keep a charge for 4 days. When powered back on, it would say low battery and then turn off. Support said it was "normal".
I purchased the traffic receiver for this unit and enjoyed it. I don't have any complaints except where the antenna is connected. It is right next to the reset button so don't even try connecting it while driving. You will hit the reset button and have to wait for the unit to reset.
It has some fun features such as alerting you when speeding and if connected via the usb cable, will update the speed limit changes on the roads. It also recalculates routes very quickly. GPS devices are great to have but they seem to be overpriced with map purchases every year and a monthly subscription for traffic updates.
I believe the unit looks very nice and is well constructed. This is a nice unit, but just not for me. After owning the Tomtom 730 five months, I have decided I just like Garmin units better.
Where to buy
TomTom GO 730:
$219.00 - $219.99
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Amazon.com Marketplace
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