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Garmin Geko 201 Handheld GPS Receiver

 
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  • GPS Type: Handheld (Outdoor)
  • Form Factor: Handheld
  • Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled
  • Input Method: Keypad
  • Receiver Type: 12 Channels
  • Screen Size: 1.7 in.
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Average Rating: 3.5
 
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19 out of 19 people found this review helpful.

Geko not so good

Date of Review:  Jul 18, 2003
The Bottom Line: This is a useful product only in wide open spaces, like the open water. Forget it if you're expect it to work in the forest.
Review: I got a Garmin Geko 201 in May 2003. I enjoy the features it has but it has some problematic limitations also. First the limitations. NICad batteries don't last long, maybe 4 hours. Alkaline batteries last about 8 hours of continuous operation...
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  3.0

by: chuckr30
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
Small, has many features like best...
Cons
Turns on too easily, doesn't work in...
 
14 out of 14 people found this review helpful.

Geko 201: The Sweet Spot of Low-End GPS Receivers

Date of Review:  Mar 29, 2005
The Bottom Line: If you are looking for something small with no frills and is easy to use, the Geko 201 is perfect.
Review: I hardly go outdoors (in the wilderness I mean). I don't go camping. And I haven't gone fishing since I was 10. So, why would a guy like me get a GPS unit? I do a lot of traveling for work and find it really cool to mark off places where I have...
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  4.0

by: mookiekong
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Small, light, easy to use, inexpensive
Cons
No base map, short battery life, low...
 
11 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

Best inexpensive GPS out there!

Date of Review:  Jun 10, 2003
The Bottom Line: WAAS capabilities in an small waterproof case!! This GPS is the best value out there!
Review: I have been waiting for several years to purchase a handheld GPS device. I finally purchased one last week. The reason that I waited so long was that I wanted to get one that would be WAAS enabled for better accuracy (Wide Area Augmentation System,...
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  5.0

by: rmccarri
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Tons of features for the price! Sturdy,...
Cons
Cannot download maps to it, cannot pan...
 
10 out of 10 people found this review helpful.

Great Little Unit

Date of Review:  Dec 22, 2005
The Bottom Line: This unit gets the job done without needless complexities and is small and light to carry.
Review: The Garmin Gecko 201 is one small device that everyone can benefit from. It is great for hikers, bikers, walkers, driving, flying, and any outdoor pursuit.

The unit is tiny and very easy to operate. It is a great primary GPS device or if...
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  5.0

by: hdtravel
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Tiny size, extreme ease of use, great...
Cons
Battery life is not very good.
 
8 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

My new paperweight.

Date of Review:  Aug 16, 2003
The Bottom Line: If the power button problem can be resolved, this could be an excellent product. But as is, I find it to be unreliable and best left behind.
Review: The primary problem with the Geko 201 is the overly sensitive power button, which randomly turns the unit on with the slightest jostling -- whether it's being carried in a shirt pocket, a pants cargo pocket, or even in a hardshell ballistic nylon...
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  1.0

by: etim
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
Size, WAAS capability
Cons
Power switch that randomly turns unit...
 
8 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

Very Usable GPS especially when weight matters

Date of Review:  Oct 20, 2004
The Bottom Line: Buy the Foretrex 101 for the same features & longer battery life unless you can get a good buy on ebay for a used Geko.
Review: I've used this a lot for hiking, XC skiing, backpacking, kayaking, driving & bicycling. It has worked well even in moderately dense NW forests. When combined with mapping software, it makes all sorts of route finding much easier. Logging information...
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  4.0

by: tradesmith45
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
Lightest handheld GPS, easy to learn,...
Cons
Short battery life especially w/ NiMh,...
 
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

Has a fatal design with the power switch

Date of Review:  Dec 16, 2003
Review: This would be a good GPS for geocaching except that it has a fatal design/firmware problem with the power switch.

If you carry this in your coat or pants pocket, its a sure thing that the unit will power up all by itself, drain the...
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  1.0

by: rickrmn
Recommended to buy: No

Pros
Tiny, easy to carry
Cons
Power button design is poor and unit...
 
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

Good GPS value.

Date of Review:  Feb 6, 2005
Review: I haven't had a chance to try it in "deep woods" yet, but it works in the car and most of the time even in the house. Can't imagine it having trouble under a few trees. Acquires fast, seems to be accurate. Shows 10 ft EPE often. Satisfied customer...
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  4.0

by: kep4csa
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Size, price, accuracy, seems to be...
Cons
Power button, but it can be...
 
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

Geko 201 Works Great for me

Date of Review:  Jan 20, 2004
Review: I almost didn't buy this one because of the bad reviews about the power button. But, I did anyway. To fix that problem I just made a case for mine out of a Eye Glasses case padded with foam. I've only had mine for a couple of weeks, but I love it. I...
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  4.0

by: bobjones2000
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Cost, SIZE, cool green color, easy to...
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