Proper orientation in an unfamiliar forest will help not to stray from the path and pass the intended route for the planned time. Features of the terrain significantly affect the operation of the navigator, so the choice should take into account its speed and ability to communicate directly with several satellites, a number of other vital functions. The review presents models that can often be found in the equipment of hunters and tourists.
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Garmin GPSMAP 64ST - for hard to reach areas
The legendary brand, which today is the undisputed leader among tourist navigators, offers a model with unique functionality.
The shock-resistant case is equipped with the powerful external antenna. She perfectly catches signals from many satellites even in difficult terrain. Technical support allows you to load maps and memorize 200 routes.
Benefits:
- waterproof case;
- supports GLONASS and GPS;
- 2.7-inch color LCD display;
- the ability to pre-route;
- 8 GB internal memory;
- Micro SD slot;
- magnetic compass;
- can connect to a smartphone;
- complete with belt clip, USB cable;
- It works both from ordinary AA batteries and from an external source.
Disadvantages:
- charging lasts for 16 hours;
- the cost of 25,000 rubles.
Watch navigator Garmin fenix 2
The device looks like an ordinary watch and is worn on the hand as usual, having in its arsenal a rich functionality.
With it, you can not only know the exact time, preset the map and track your route, but also monitor the state of your health, the effects of physical exertion on the body.
It is compatible with a smartphone, heart rate monitor, has a barometer, thermometer and fitness options. And the integrated trip computer provides additional convenience.
Benefits:
- wrist model;
- remembers 50 routes;
- the route consists of a maximum of 1000 points;
- sound alarm;
- clock functions;
- magnetic compass;
- support for USB, Bluetooth;
- compatibility with many devices;
- fitness program;
- hunting / fishing calendar;
- battery charge lasts for 50 hours.
Disadvantages:
- limited geolocation functionality;
- cost from 30,000 rubles.
Magellan Triton 500 - Budget Explorer
This gadget is preferred for non-time-consuming routes. The waterproof case allows you to use the accessory in any weather.
Among technical developments, TrueFix technology stands out, which is adapted for GPS and indicates location with high accuracy. In the device, you can independently create maps or additionally download the necessary ones.
Benefits:
- shockproof construction;
- compatibility with proprietary software MapSend;
- creating maps based on Mobile Mapper Office;
- 2.2 ”color backlit display;
- memory expansion is possible;
- barometric altimeter;
- cost from 10,000 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- only supports GPS;
- battery charge lasts for 18 hours.
Garmin eTrex 30x - Advanced Series Representative
The model is the latest in the famous tourist series eTrex. It increases the amount of internal memory, the resolution of the display, added a 3-axis compass and a barometric altimeter.
Such a gadget will be useful not only when walking, but also when traveling in unfamiliar terrain on any vehicle. Compact navigator easily fits in the hand of even a child.
Benefits:
- supports GLONASS and GPS;
- 10,000 points are recorded in the journal;
- remembers 200 routes;
- the ability to download maps;
- 2.2-inch color screen;
- there is support for WAAS;
- slot for microSD;
- tilt-compensated magnetic compass;
- the ability to connect wireless sensors;
- barometric altimeter;
- range of fasteners;
- Charging is enough for 25 hours.
Disadvantages:
- the cost of 19,000 rubles.
Garmin Montana 650T with large display
The device not only looks spectacular due to the 4-inch touch screen with backlight, but also the technical capabilities.
It has everything that can be useful for the traveler, including a 5-megapixel digital camera with geo-referencing. You can set your own POI points and exchange data with compatible devices.
Benefits:
- protected housing;
- remembers 200 routes;
- the ability to count the way;
- color LCD-display with a resolution of 272x480;
- 3.5 GB internal memory;
- microSD card slot;
- autofocus camera;
- hunter / fisher calendar;
- Garmin Connect;
- Included charger and USB cable.
Disadvantages:
- weight 289 g;
- battery charge lasts for 16 hours;
- price from 43,000 rubles.
Clever Garmin Oregon 700
The manufacturer does not stop there, and the Oregon 700 is a confirmation of this. It contains not only a pre-installed topographic map of Russia, but also convenient routing, data of water obstacles.
The touch screen works fine in both horizontal and vertical layout. It is possible to exchange information not only with compatible smartphones, but also with other portable navigators.
Benefits:
- supports GLONASS and GPS;
- track log at 20,000 points;
- 3-inch touch screen;
- wireless interfaces Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and ANT;
- free annual subscription to BirdsEye;
- it is powered by both AA batteries and battery;
- altimeter, thermometer.
Disadvantages:
- charging lasts for 16 hours of continuous operation;
- AA batteries and battery pack are not included;
- cost from 30,000 rubles.
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