Compare Garmin Nuvi 550 - 3.5 in. Car GPS Receiver to Garmin Nuvi 500 - 3.5 in. GPS Receiver

  Garmin Nuvi 550

Garmin Nuvi 550 - 3.5 in. Car GPS Receiver

Garmin Nuvi 500

Garmin Nuvi 500 - 3.5 in. GPS Receiver

 
Product Description
Zumo 550, preloaded City Navigator NT North America, MapSource City Navigator NT DVD (full-unlock), motorcycle mount with RAM mounting hardware, automotive suction cup mount with integrated... More
Zumo 550, preloaded City Navigator NT North America, MapSource City Navigator NT DVD (full-unlock), motorcycle mount with RAM mounting hardware, automotive suction cup mount with integrated speaker, dashboard disk, carrying case, AC charger, vehicle power cable, motorcycle power cable, USB interface cable, security screwdriver, custom caps (silver and black), Garmin stickers, owner's manual on disk, and quick reference guide. Less
Drive, hike, boat, or bike. With the rugged, waterproof, multi-mode Nuvi 500, you can do it all. Packed with detailed street and topographic maps, Nuvi 500 is ready for adventure both on and... More
Drive, hike, boat, or bike. With the rugged, waterproof, multi-mode Nuvi 500, you can do it all. Packed with detailed street and topographic maps, Nuvi 500 is ready for adventure both on and off the beaten path. Like the 550 Nuvi 500 switches modes to navigate your active lifestyle and provides spoken turn-by-turn directions to our destination. Less
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Key Features   
Form Factor Fixed Fixed
Map capabilities   Map cartridges / Data cards -
Screen Size 3.5 in. 3.5 in.
GPS Type   Automobile Marine
Input Method   Touch Screen Touch Screen
Display   
Display Type LCD TFT Display -
Display Size 2.8 in. x 2.1 in. 2.8 in. x 2.1 in.
Resolutions 320 x 240 320 x 240
Technical Features   
Special Features   Waypoint Icons, Converter, Calculator, 3D Map View, Geocaching Mode JPEG Image Viewer, Converter, Calculator
Trip calculator   Route Recalculation, Detour Feature, Points-of-Interest (POI) Shortest time, Shortest distance, Fuel Computer, Route Recalculation, Avoid toll roads, Points-of-Interest (POI)
Other Features   
PC Interface USB USB
Expansion Slot Type micro-SD slot micro-SD slot
Brand Garmin Garmin
GPS System   
Number of routes 10 -
Waypoints   1000 -
PDA Features   
Compatible PDA OS Windows 2000 -
Compatible Devices Notebook -
Battery   
Battery Life Up to 8 Hours Up to 8 Hours
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.47 lb. 0.46 lb.
Depth 0.91 in. -
Height 3.35 in. -
Width 4.21 in. -
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Garmin nuvi Garmin nuvi
UPC 753759081768 457116007360
Product ID 69205838 107341142
Product MPN   
MPN 010-00700-01 -
 
Consumer Reviews
Garmin Nuvi 550
Garmin Nuvi 550 - 3.5 in. Car GPS Receiver
$389.00
Garmin Nuvi 500
Garmin Nuvi 500 - 3.5 in. GPS Receiver
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Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 8 user reviews
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Pros
  • Easy to Use (2)
  • Quality Construction (2)
  • Compact (1)
  • Great Design (1)
  • Simple Setup (1)
Cons
  • Short Battery Life (1)
  • Lacks features (1)
  • none (1)
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  • Navigation (2)
  • Travel (2)
  • Everyday Use (1)
  • Cars (1)
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Consumer Reviews

5

Walk, Drive, or Ride, Nuvi 550 has it covered

bycops25 Mar 19, 2010
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Waterproof!<br>User-replaceable, rechargable battery<br>Easy to program...
Cons Not "glove-friendly"<br>Battery life<br>Low volume
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased my Nuvi 550 in September of 2009 to replace a Mio (another review for another time. Suffice to say, I was NOT happy with it) which refused to power-up. Using some lessons learned from the old GPS, there was certain criteria I was hoping to fulfill with the new unit:
Major... Read full review »

4

Garmin nuvi 550

byamybg1 Jun 4, 2012
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good screen resolution<br>, battery life ,walking feature is handy to have
Cons Would like voice commands in future,little bit of glare
Recommended it? Yes

i've been using this GPS unit for  a few months no and it's not too bad. The screen is very bright and it is relatively simple to use, for someone with a visual impairment who still has sight the color-coded buttons are a plus as I know which button/fuction I want without necessarily having to... Read full review »

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