Garmin Streetpilot C550 vs Zumo 550 is there a big difference?

[gorski]

Hi All,

 

Toying with getting a GPS and am wondering if anyone knows of any major differences between the street 550 and the Zumo. I can make a waterproof cover for it if needed but not looking to spend +/_ $200

 

Many Thanks

[djh3]

Look here. They look pretty close. Of course the Street Pilot is not waterproof, which neither is my Nuvi 765T. Being Mc specific I think the display may be a bit different on the Zumo. but for the price I think I can work around. My 2 big points when I was looking were #1 Able to import custom routes from my PC #2 audio out put jack. Which none of the current Nuvi models do anymore. So now days I reckon your screwed into buying a MC unit if you want that.

[eagleeye]

I also have a nuvi 765T and if it rains, I just take it off of the mount and stick it in my pocket.

Simple

It's all about the almighty dollar and who has it.

[gorski]

Thanks, my goal is to just be able to use a phone through it, and directions at times

[RedRider]

The Zumo 550 is a discontinued product by Garmin. You can find good used units out there, but Garmin will not repair if damaged. Garmin has moved to the Zumo 600/650 for new purchase.

 

RR

[Condor]

I own 2 of the c550's. The only differences I can see is the sunlight screen and weatherproofing.... Great little GPS. I picked them up for 50-75 bucks off eBay. There are few words of causion. Make sure it has Bluetooth, and is unlocked. The later the better, do to latest maps...