GPS Compatibility

[screamstone]

Hey gang!

 

I'm shopping for a new GPS- leaning toward the 550, but don't like that the price is higher than the model number! Right now I have a 360 (garmin car GPS) and it does work OK for me.

 

Here's the question- What are the differences between units? I thought it would be nice to compile a list on the following issues for GPS:

 

 

1- Buddy Rich compatible?? (Y/N) does it allow you to use bike intercom system with BR cable if there's bluetooth? (question 6) yes/no

2- MP3? - (Y/N) plays mp3 files so you don't have to hook up your ipod? yes/no

3- XM/Serius/whatever (Y/N/A) - I don't wanna pay for radio, but lots of people love it!! yes/no/adapter required

4- Map updates - F/P Free or paid?

5- import online map routes? (y/n/3) yes, no, 3rd party product needed... Can it get routes off of gmaps, mapquest, downloaded into the unit so you can plan the trip before you go?

6- Bluetooth? (A/D/N) Answers only, dials also (integrated address book), or NO bluetooth for phone connections when riding...

7- Waterproof? (Y,B) Yes, or requires baggie!!! :-)

 

 

 

Not sure what other features are needed... I really am most interested in 1, 2, and 5,6... 4 would be nice if they were free!!! Don't care much about 3.

 

 

Any other important features Missing?

Edited April 13, 2010 by screamstone
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[screamstone]

Garmin 360 Nuvi

 

1- Buddy Rich compatible?? Yes- Mic input on Cradle

2- MP3? - Yes

3- XM/Serius/whatever (Y/N/A) -NO Sat radio options

4- Map updates - Paid

5- import online map routes? No

6- Bluetooth? A- And limited pairing options with newer phones

7- Waterproof? Baggie method of waterproofing

[screamstone]

Garmin 765tNuvi

 

1- Buddy Rich compatible?? Yes- Mic input on Cradle

2- MP3? - Yes

3- XM/Serius/whatever (Y/N/A) -NO Sat radio options

4- Map updates - Paid

5- import online map routes? Yes

6- Bluetooth? Both answer and dial imported address book

7- Waterproof? Baggie method of waterproofing

[rumboogy]

Garmin 550

 

1- Buddy Rich compatible?? Yes- Mic input on Cradle

2- MP3? - Yes

3- XM/Sirius/whatever YES

4- Map updates - Subscription (after initial maps)

5- Import online map routes? Yes, I'm pretty sure it DOES.

6- Bluetooth? Yes

7- Waterproof? Yes, it is waterproof (however, I baggie all my GPS's)...I also own the Zumo 660).

 

Yes, the Zumo 550 is priced high...if you want XM radio though (and it is great)...AND if you want it all in one unit...then your choices are limited. With XM satellite, you won't need MP3's.

[Tom]

All I know is I have the Zumo550 and It has everything..I love it and had it for around 2 years..Would I buy again,Yes HAve I compared it too others that have different brands Yes but feature for feature if you want the whole package and can bite the bullet on the Zumo it is worth it.