Customer Ratings & Reviews

this unit has worked well for Me, it replaced a Magellan roadmate that Magellan quit supplying their free lifetime map updates, so I decided to try a different brand, the user interface is a little different form My other units and it takes a little time to figure out how it all works, the only time I use this is on vacations and places I am not familiar with, but it has worked good for Me.

Good graphics, compact size, easy operation, excellent reliability, good device for daily guidance during motor vehicle operation

I would have preferred the TomTom with the larger display. Bought one but battery would not charge, and Best Buy only had this model when we returned. Works well, though, and software was easy to update.

I haven't really used this GPS to get anywhere yet, but I've tried it out. The attachment for the windshield seems a lot better than the large suction cup that was on my previous TomTom. The old one fell off the windshield if you hit a bump in the road and usually ended up on the floor of your car. This one has a base that you place against the windshield and rotate the base to attach it. There is also a circular plate that can be attached (glued) to the dash for the GPS to be attached to. Adjusting the base of the GPS can be pretty tricky when trying to get the face of the unit to point toward yourself while driving. Don't wait until you need to use it to work with the base to figure how to rotate it the way you want it. Even the instructions aren't that helpful when trying to do this. Having one cable to use to connect the unit to a UBS port and then a cigarette plug that the UBS plg plugs into is a good way to lose the cigarette plug when not using it.

We have an old car, without the newer bells and whistles, we needed this Tom Tom, Love the ease of use, and the colorful graphics. Very pleased to have lifetime map updates.

This Tom Tom Via 1525 replaces a Go 620 I had. The new one has a better touchscreen, but the old one was a little easier to use because it had more items you could change settings on, and could process a little faster. Overall the new GPS is still a good buy.

So I ended up returning this device to the store because I was not 100 percent happy with the device. It does have a great mount, and even with a lot of sunlight you can still see the screen fairly easy. However, the screen is very unresponsive. It lacks on "processor-ability" maybe? Either way, you click on something that don't expect it to be instant. No connection methods other than USB. So if you want to download anything to it, you have to connect it to a computer and upload it that way. I realize this is an introductory one that doesn't have all the bells and whistles. So spend a little more and get the one with blutooth / WIFI. It makes sending a route to it difficult. Also, none of Tom Tom's maps include off road / dirt trails. Which was really why I was getting it. That was a deal breaker for me. I wanted something I could navigate off road with. MPH limits were off, sometimes by 10 MPH. So that might have been just a roads update, but I updated my maps before doing anything with it. So all in all, average device with mediocre features. Would definitely recommend getting the step-up from this device. Seems like all the off road ones were at least in the 500 range and above.

Just competed a 3,000 mile trip. Never let me down once. Wish I would have chosen the Traffic update service. The Washington Beltway should be avoided. TomTom worked great. Made it there and back with no real problems with the TomTom.

I bought this to replace my old TomTom that was no longer supported even though it still worked. Took a little bit to learn the SLIGHTLY different format. I miss the dots on the roadway that marked off your progress in 1/10th mile increments. The exit windows are much clearer now than before. The right hand side of the screen has a total progress bar that I'm not sure I like but haven't played with it enough to get rid of it. The TomTom does one thing but it does it really well. I prefer it over the built in navigation in my truck or phone.

This is the brand for anyone who needs GPS, doesn’t want to use/abuse their phones, and wants it to be easy. Good quality item.

The device is easy to use and very accurate in offering route information. I really like it.

Needed to upgrade my old TomTom which i bought in 2010, and what a wonderful buy. It is a little difficult with a different interface, so it takes a little usage to get used to. But its great with auto-updates on informing me about road issues. It is NOT for live traffic, but will get you to your destination by the fastest route. Screen is smaller which i was a little disappointed. Overall, very happy with the upgrade.

I am a postal worker and a delivery driver for pizza and this gps is worthless. I always went with tomtom before because they were quick and simple and this is horrible!!! Like they tried to copy google maps and epically failed. Literally takes 3 full minutes to put in a address. I can take a pizza and be back by then. If your gonna try to copy google maps at least be smart like it but no same old slow system put in state then city then street and then number. Never even saves anything. I would have gladly gave 150 for a new old tomtom. Now I am about ready to chuck this in the trash!!! Please make simple and quick. I don’t need a this complicated. Only reason 2 stars is cheap and turns on from there on out is crap!

Bought this to replace an old tom tom that was not being supported anymore with updates. Am I glad I got this, it's got great improvements from the old one and better maps. Only thing to claim that could be a problem is to make sure your route is the one you want before accepting it. Coming back from Chicago and it wanted us to go thru Canada, not along the US side - was the quickest route - needed the US side - but very happy with it.

I really love this GPS. It really was a life saver for me when I was working the US Census. I still use it now and it is the most accurate one that I've had. Love it. Great quality, great price and the technician did a marvelous job installing it in my vehicle.

Have a Kawasaki 1700 Voyager GPS stuck right to windshield did not come off for over 2000 miles. Worked great battery life is not long. Mine lasted 1hr 45mins. But keeping it plugged in was a quick fix. Easy Navigation screen low cost make it a great buy.

Good for people who are not tech savvy. Its not a smart device, which shockes me. I actually ended up returning it

Good sized screen, well-designed for various mounting needs. Reliable and accurate.

We haven't been on a long trip with it, but other than being totally different to program than my old 550 tom tom, it seems to work very well. I do wish it was easier to change volume level. I hope the "lifetime" map upgrades are a reality because I have two model 550 tom tom's I purchased from Best Buy and they are no longer supported by Tom Tom.....well so much for "lifetime" I guess that means until they decide otherwise! i

I've always used Tom Tom and was sad when my old unit was no longer able to update. This is a good choice as a replacement!