Lophophaps wrote:Consideration is being given to buying a GPS. Like Sgt Schultz I know nothing about such things. My navigation is good, and the GPS will be a backup. I cannot find a website that gives a table comparing features, and this is sought. Assistance would be valued. TIA.
peregrinator wrote:I do have trouble though viewing the screen in strong sunlight but I presume this might be inherent to any brand of GPS. Maybe that’s something to find out about if you can. Finally, given one already has a compass, the Etrex 30x seems like a waste of money, especially if you have a watch with a barometric altimeter
Lophophaps wrote:Consideration is being given to buying a GPS. Like Sgt Schultz I know nothing about such things. My navigation is good, and the GPS will be a backup. I cannot find a website that gives a table comparing features, and this is sought. Assistance would be valued. TIA.
peregrinator wrote:Lophophaps wrote:Problem with these sort of charts is of course – how does one know which features one will need when one is at the starting point of investigating products??? Still, might be better than nothing.
GPSGuided wrote:Solutions,
1) Borrow from a friend and see what features one likes and needs, and be advised along the way.
2) Pay your way: Buy a basic older 2nd hand model and work one's way to familiarity. Then decide where to splurge.
3) Trust forum/web site: Go with popular models and trust the law of averages.
GPSGuided wrote:For your description (very occasional modest use) and the very limited number of established GPS makers, it really would come down to choosing a Garmin eTrex (most compact with good reviews on this forum and elsewhere) or an app on a smartphone with good GPS facility. If you care for regular consult with constant track logging, then you are probably better off with a dedicated unit and not flatten your smartphone battery. For durability, a cheap waterproof bag would sort out the water issue for the smartphone, otherwise dedicated unit are obviously much more rugged for drops and falls.
Lophophaps wrote:GPSGuided wrote:Solutions,
1) Borrow from a friend and see what features one likes and needs, and be advised along the way.
2) Pay your way: Buy a basic older 2nd hand model and work one's way to familiarity. Then decide where to splurge.
3) Trust forum/web site: Go with popular models and trust the law of averages.
There are two main aspects - reliabilty (which includes battery life) and functionality. Most of the time the GPS will be off, so it's mainly a slow decline on the KVA or whater the unit is. Mmm, may not be KVA. All that's needed is a decent GPS map with a position. Once I have that I know which way to go, have map and compass. So point three seems best. Within reason I'll pay what is needed to get reliability and functionality, which means brand name from a BW shop . . .
Lophophaps wrote: . . . I'm still assessing the tech specs, and attempting to work out the maps. I'd like the maps to be viable as is, no need to download. I'm sure I can download maps, but a simple "plug and play" GPS (so to speak) is easier . . .
GPSGuided wrote:Does the 20 have barometric altimeter? If the price differential is small, getting the 30 may avoid future regrets, along with a nicer screen.
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