Customers consistently note the nüvi 52LM's ease of use, great screen size, and inclusion of lifetime map updates as significant advantages. Many also praise its accuracy and affordable price, while some wish for improved battery life. Positive feedback frequently highlights the device's navigation features and clear voice guidance. The device's performance and additional features are also frequently cited as positive aspects.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very Accurate
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This GPS is very easy to use and very accurate. The lifetime maps isa big plus with all the road construction that goes on. Having just moved to a new city this unit has gotten me every place I have entered with no problems.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Map updates
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice Layout
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We purchased a new Garmin because the updates for our old one cost as much as the new one. We love the layout of this one and the fact that there are more options. However we wish it would have come with some really good instructions for the road settings. We set it for no unpaved roads and shortest distance. Well that thing still threw us on a dirt road and going over a mountain no less! A road that turned into a single lane dirt road with no where to turn around. Saying we were panicked would be a huge understatement! On the way home we set it to fastest route and no unpaved roads. We didn't get put on any so we hope that doesn't happen again.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Gps
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good GPS and Navigation at it's BEST
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As a first time GPS owner I was bit concerned about setting the GPS.
It was very easy to use and everything required was in the box.
I had traveled from New Jersey to Philadelphia with this GPS and It was smooth journey with Garmin GPS.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gps
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GPS is a good investment
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My son suggested I buy a GPS prior to my first trip to Sheboygan, Wisconsin to visit him. He recommended the same brand I bought. This GPS saved me. I was heading the wrong direction leaving General Mitchell Airport in Milwaukee. The car rental customer service agents did not know how to help me get where I needed to go. Their directions were worthless. Once I figured out how to get the GPS in the right location (for some unknown reason, it defaulted to the state of Illinois) in the state I was in, I typed in my destination adddress and the GPS voice prompt and clear graphics got me exactly where I needed to go. I am SO GLAD I bought this device! I will take it with me and mount it on the windshield for every trip from now on.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This is a great basic GPS
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This product is a great basic GPS and easy to use. Just put in the address to where you need to be and the GPS will get you there. It also can help you find places you may need to go in a city like restaurants and hotels. One thing a little confusing for me was that you need to change states in the GPS before you can enter in the location in a new state. I even had to call the support line to find that out. But they were very helpful in solving this problem for me. I would recommend buying this GPS to anyone looking to buy a basic GPS without a lot of frills and one with a decent price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great GPS
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This GPS works great. It was easy to setup and receive updates with no problems. It has been precise in guiding me to my destination. I like that you can pick you type of vehicle and not just see an arrow.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Basic Unit
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The price is quite low and features approach those of a much more loaded Nuvi 2460 that I own. Basically, the same features minus traffic alert and wall plug charger. I think the charger issue could become a big deal in the future as the battery ages and one tries to do map updates. The updates can be time consuming and I notice that on my 2460 the charge does not last long. But I have the charger so no problem. I suggest either getting a more feature filled unit (with charger) or buy a separate charger from Garmin. But come to think of it, the traffic feature on the 2460 is really cool and it has saved my bacon a number of times. Hey! What the heck, spend the extra bucks, but if you don't want to the 52LM should still get you nicely to Grandma's house.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Go for IT. Good, affordable GPS
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I use this GPS from time to time but so far it works great. Maps are updated often and screen is great. BestBuy also has very good price but I had to visit two stores because item is very popular and sells quickly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Map updates, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GPS
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I got this gps for my younger brother who just started driving. Its has a great screen size, was priced right and I believe free map updates. He loves it and has used it several times.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Portable GPS for the $
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Wanted a portable GPS for business travel. Read reviews and selected the Nuvi52LM. It has been to NY, Colorado, Alabama, Arkansas and Florida so far and has not missed a turn. Great value!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Map updates
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great product and easy to use
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The Garmin nuvi 52 LM is a great product for users at any level. The GPS is very simple to use, comes with lifetime map updates and presents a clean and easy to read and navigate display.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
good gps
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gps was fairly easy to program..the voice repeats itself a little too much..the manual is available online, but would have been more convenient if it came with the gps..screen is quite easy to read..
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Map updates, Screen size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Love the graphics!
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I was unsure about purchasing a new Garmin, since my older one had lifetime map updates. I was attracted to the wider screen, so I decided to move forward. I can say say, from the first destination I used this for, I loved it! The screen was easier to see, the graphics were amazing, and the locations seemed to be more readily available. So even though I had lifetime map updates eith my previous Garmin, I still feel like I have so many more options with this newer model.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Does everything well.
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And the lifetime updates makes it great. User friendly. Works better and easier than most nav systems offered by car mfgrs, and at a small fraction of the cost.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Map updates, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product.
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The larger screen on this model is a definite plus along with lifetime map updates!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
easy to use
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Best GPS for the first time user. Great price, perfect size
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Screen size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great touch screen
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I have been using garmin products before GPS was a big thing. I was using hand helds for mountaineering that did not even show a map. Now, mapping and directions in the car are the norm. Garmin touch screens have never been that great until now. They are comparable to the feel and response you get with a high end android or iphone.
I use mine for work as I drive most of the day. I do enjoy how the screen will switch to show you want the freeway exist looks like and what lane you should be in. In cities this is great. In small towns, you will not see this feature as it is based on interstates and major highways from what I can see.
You cannot go wrong with this gps and for the price it was worth it to upgrade to this 5 inch display.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great!
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Purchased this model to replace an older Garmin w/o lifetime maps. Works perfectly, and easy to use. Definitely an upgrade for me, and also a great price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Gps, Screen size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great product
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We purchased this Garmin to replace a much older one. It has a really large screen that is easy to see and the Garmin interface is easy to use. With the old Garmin we were experiencing delays with the device detecting our location, but this new device has always found the location within seconds. The only problem I have noticed is that Garmin is slow to update maps with new street names
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great and very affordable GPS
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This is a great GPS to use I found it very affordable it gets me where I need to go, with the new map packs I don't have worry I just need to listen.