GPS First Looks

Detailed review of automotive GPS navigation devices. For more information on portable GPS navigation systems, see our Ratings and buying advice and watch our video guide. Handheld hiking GPS buying advice and Ratings. Discuss GPS devices in the forums.

	AT&T Navigator Good navigation app with traffic information and large POI database, but it comes with a hefty monthly fee.
	CoPilot Live North America iPhone GPS navigation Clever features can't overshadow key shortcomings.
	Garmin eTrex Affordable, mapping handheld GPS well suited for casual hiking and geocaching.
	Garmin Nuvi 200 A great, entry-level navigation device that is compact and easy to use.
	Garmin Nuvi 205 Evolutionary changes mark improvements to the entry-level navigation device line.
	Garmin Nuvi 265WT Mid-level car navigator offers free traffic service, with a catch.
	Garmin Nuvi 885T A premium navigation device with helpful voice recognition.
	Garmin Nuvifone G60 Nuvifone heads in right direction but it hasn’t arrived yet.
	Gokivo iPhone GPS navigation Dynamic app best suited for short-term travel needs.
	iGo My Way iPhone GPS navigation Attractive design and useful features, but a few wrinkles that are likely to improve with updates.
	Navigon Mobile Navigator iPhone GPS navigation Snazzy graphics from a proven GPS maker heads in the right direction.
	Sony NV-U83T Innovative features don't make up for shortcomings.
	Sygic Mobile Maps U.S. iPhone GPS navigation Quick-evolving software is a compelling choice amid brand-name competitors.
	TomTom iPhone GPS navigation Software falls short on features for the price compared to a basic, portable navigator.
	TomTom One 140/140S Premium features enhance these affordable, easy-to-use navigators.
	XRoad G-Map iPhone GPS navigation Affordable, easy-to-use navigation app with notable compromises.
	Waze GPS smart phone navigation app Crowd-sourced navigation for free is a work in progress