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The Garmin Nuvi 250 is an entry-level GPS receiver released in mid-2007. Designed as a low-cost alternative to its predecessor, late 2005’s $1000 Nuvi 350. While not as fully featured as the Nuvi 350, this GPS does include the essentials for the average driver’s traveling needs. The Nuvi 250 comes preloaded with maps for North America, including the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additional maps may be loaded to the device via SD Card or USB. This GPS also features voice prompts (“turn left in 500 ft.”), but does not feature spoken street names like in most higher-end receivers. With the ability to save 500 favorite locations as well as custom points of interest, most drivers looking for an entry-level GPS should find Garmin’s Nuvi 250 more than adequate.
MSRP $249.99
Release date May, 2007
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Features
- 3.5” touch screen color display, 320 x 240 resolution
- voice prompts for hands-free navigation
- preloaded with maps for North America (U.S.A., Canada, Mexico)
- USB 2.0 connection for additional map updates
- 2D and 3D map interface
- data cards: SD Card
- dimensions & weight: 3.8" x 2.8" x .8" in, 5.2 oz
- battery: rechargeable lithium-ion, 5 hours
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Garmin Nuvi 250 | English only
• Garmin n?vi 250 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Silver)
UPC: 753759065539
EAN: 053759065547
MPN: 010-00621-00
Garmin Nuvi 250 | English/French
• Garmin n?vi 250 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (English/French Version)
UPC: 753759065546
EAN: 053759065547
MPN: Nuvi 250 Bilingual
Competitors
MSRP $199.99
Released November, 2008
Pros
- 4.3" touchscreen
- affordable price
- turn by turn voice navigation
Cons
- based on a horrible show from the 1980s
- poor internal battery life (2.5 hours)
- poor value - very few features, even for the money
Garmin Nuvi 250
vs.
Mio Knight Rider GPS
MSRP $199.95
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Were easy to use, nice touch screen
- Easy to demount from holder, so you may bring it in your pocket
- Good value
Cons
- No expansion interface such as SD card to load more maps.
- The holder does not attach to surfaces well. It falls frequently from both windshield and dash.
- Routing algorithm does not work well. It has routed me in circles more than once.
Garmin Nuvi 250
vs.
TomTom ONE 130/130S
MSRP $229.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- 3.5" touchscreen
- affordable
- optional Navigon FreshMaps monthly map updates (cost extra)
Cons
- poor warranty
- non-removable battery
- not worth it over the 2000S if you live in an area without traffic updates
Garmin Nuvi 250
vs.
Navigon 2200T
MSRP $199.99
Released January, 2009
The Mio Moov S300 is an entry-level GPS navigator outfitted with Mio Moov’s revolutionary ‘Mio Spirit’ navigation software, described as a “highly usable software system focused on minimizing clicks by simplifying the interface so users can save time and effort during their travel.” The first of four Mio Moov Spirit GPS receivers, the Mio...
Garmin Nuvi 250
vs.
Mio Moov S300
MSRP $249.99
Released February, 2008
Pros
- affordable price
- 4.3-inch touchscreen
- simple and easy to use
Cons
- doesn't announce if you miss a turn - simply recalculates route
- very few bonus features
Garmin Nuvi 250
vs.
Magellan RoadMate 1400
Reviews
May 5, 2009
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Pros
- affordable
- compact size
- quality brand
- simple and easy to use
- includes 12-Volt car charger
Cons
- no text-to-speech, basic 'go left/right' directions only
- no included AC wall adapter - needs to be purchased separately
- can take a while to acquire a satellite signal
- lacks advanced features of newer/higher end units (Bluetooth, FM transmitter, etc...)
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June 21, 2009
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Cons
- no text-to-speech, basic 'go left/right' directions only
- no included AC wall adapter - needs to be purchased separately
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