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Brand:Magellan®
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Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.9 stars
(based on 19 reviews)
79% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Acquires satellites quickly(14), Compact(18), Easy menus(16), Easy to read(14), Easy to set up(14)
Cons:
Flimsy mounting(3), Short battery life(3)
Best Uses:
Faster routes(13), Finding specific address(13), Planning trips(7), Urban navigation(3)
Describe Yourself:
Bad with directions(7), Gearhead(6), Traveler(12)
Primary use:
Business(3), Personal(15)
 
great product!
By pike513Verified Reviewer from St. Louis on 5/5/2008
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address, Planning Trips, Rural Navigation, Urban Navigation
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great product, fast routing I love Magellan!

 
THANK YOU, THANK YOU
By Lilly from Spokane, WA on 5/2/2008
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Finding Specific Address, Rural Navigation, Urban Navigation
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I'm so glad I pulled the trigger on this! I use it everyday. I especially like the traffic alerts (a feature I didn't think of much when I first bought it). Saved me multiple times - awesome!

 
my bad choice!!!
By crabby bill from port charlotte fl. on 2/19/2008
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Cons:
Acquires Satellites Slowly, Flimsy Mounting, Short Battery Life
Best Uses:
Finding Specific Address
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

bad support,not compatible to vista wont start very few accessores availible not a keeper !!!!

 
Good unit with some
By Joe323 from Staten Island, NY on 1/25/2008
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read
Cons:
Flimsy Mounting, Voice comand hard to use
Best Uses:
Finding Specific Address, Urban Navigation
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Bought this product Third Magellan GPS I owned [...] Aquires satellite quickly and is very readable. Only problem so far is voice command takes several tries to work. Also it prononuces some streets incorectly "Statenis Expresway" for Staten Island Expressway. But in gerneral this is a great unit.

 
The Maestro
By Double DVerified Reviewer from North Carolina on 1/23/2008
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Awsome is the word i use. I run into a traffic jam today in an area i was not used to so i called on the "Maestro" to reroute me and it did and in fact turned out to be a much quicker route than what i was traveling.

 
Third choice wins out!
By Hogue Daddy from Lakeside, California on 1/8/2008
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Set Up, Simple Controls
Cons:
Accessories
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address, Not getting lost
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Had not thought of Magellan, was looking at Garmin and Tom Tom. Went to several retailers who all told me they had seen an increase in the returns on both first choices. Helped make me take the look that made the difference.
Very easy for a tech challenged wife who will use it as much as myself. Real estate is hard enough without the hassles of getting somewhere on time. The 3250 has stopped that problem so far. Plus it has made just getting there more fun.
Am looking at buying two more units for the other cars and drivers in the family. May go to the 4250 for the increased options.

 
Very Happy
By Ford FreestyleVerified Reviewer from Chicago,IL on 12/30/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address, Planning Trips
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I received a Tom Tom XL one for Christmas. I could not Pair it with my Razor[...] So this time after staying up looking at Review's till 3:00AM, I decided to give the Magellan 3250 a try?. No comparison in my opinion. I had no Problem with Pairing and with the 3 Months of free traffic subscription service (which already came in handy) what a deal! One more thing, I used both of them The Tom Tom and Magellan on a long trip. Although both were accurate the Magellan had more in the way of POI and hands free phone. I am going on another road trip today. I can?t wait to use it again.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I LOVE IT!!!
By DEM'sMag3250Verified Reviewer from Loganville, GA on 12/28/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Simple Controls
Cons:
Bluetooth limitability
Best Uses:
Determining distances, Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Although I have not had this GPS for a long time, I am so impressed with this product that I had to write a review. This Mag 3250 is absolutely the best! I am a homehealth therapist so I have to do a lot of traveling. Initially I was using maps printed from the internet. But I was constantly getting lost. So I did some comparison shopping for best features and price. I decided on the Mag 3250 because it seemed to be the better deal. To me that is now an understatement. The directions have been accurate and on point. I didn't realize until after I bought the GPS that it was voice activated (what a pleasant surprise!). Another thing I like is the that it states the street name. And as if that wasn't enough it will also make a ding or beep sound (depending on what you set it for), to let you know when to turn. This is good for those times when you have streets close together (very helpful). Some GPS systems have problems operating when the sky is overcast. NOT this Mag 3250! For example, this morning it was raining something fierce and that lil Mag 3250 went on about its business giving me accurate directions! I LOVE IT! I also like that it calculates the arrival time for you, which is contantly being adjusted with your speed (WOW!). It also changes the LCD screen automatically for night viewing (impressive). Oh, one more thing, at the bottom of the screen on the left it tells you how far you have to travel before your next turn (very useful) along with an arrow showing the turn direction. Once the GPS figures your directions, it lights up in green. I know I probably sound like the spokesperson for Magellan, lol! Anyway, all in all, I give this Mag 3250 an A++!

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
stay away frm this unit
By PASCHALVerified Reviewer from CHARLOTTE, NC on 12/24/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Compact
Cons:
Acquires Satellites Slowly, Difficult Menus, Flimsy Mounting, Freezes up frquently
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Planning Trips
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This product has alot of features for the price compared to the Garmin and Tom Tom but it lacks the reliability of these other products. It freezes on the screen and you have to pray it is not in the middle of a trip like it happened to me. However it has the most up to date maps with accurate directions. I returnd the unit because you cannot count on it most of the time. I am happier with my less sophisticated and pricy Garmin. Garmin is the way to go if you want reliability.

 
Great Product!
By PatrickVerified Reviewer from Chicago, IL on 12/21/2007
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address, Geocaching, Planning Trips
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Never had any problems!!

3rd magellan product... I know if I had any problem, they'd take care of it.

 
Simple to use, but finicky.
By MandyVerified Reviewer from Fort Wayne, IN on 12/13/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Secure Mounting
Cons:
Difficult Menus, not reliable performance
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Like one of the other reviewers, I also had trouble with a unit freezing at startup. However, I brought it back to[...] after calling tech support and [...] exchanged it with no hassle at all.With that said, I love my 3250. I have owned it less than a week, and am still finding out new features. I love the voice-command where you can say "Magellan" and she will say, "say a command" and you can tell it things like, "Nearest restaurant" and then verbally specify the food type and it will have directions to the restaurant of your choice ready to go in a second or two. I also love the "EXIT POI'S" feature in the menu, which tells you how far the nearest gas station, restaurant, etc. is when you're on the interstate (very handy when you really "gotta go.")I am still experimenting with the blue tooth, and am not sure if it's my RAZR or the Magellan that's finickey, or if I just don't know how to work it yet (which is also possible).I also love the AAA guidebook feature, which includes descriptions, phone numbers, hours of operation and admission costs to tourist attractions.The menu's are a little more difficult to understand than other models, but with enough playing around, they are simple enough to figure out.

 
Buy if you like being frustrated
By Frustrated in CaliforniaVerified Reviewer from LA, CA on 12/8/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up
Cons:
Freezes when turned on, Short Battery Life, Won't turn on
Best Uses:
Finding Specific Address
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Owned unit for 6 days and had to call support twice. Issues related to either turning on the unit or once on, trying to unfreeze it. Both issues were resolved "magically" after pressing the "on/off" switch and/or "reset" repeatedly for 5-10 minutes.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great GPS
By outdrs1Verified Reviewer from Virginia on 12/4/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Cons:
Short Battery Life
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have been using the 3250 for about two weeks. This is the best gps I have ever used. The ones that I'm comparing it with are TomTom One 3rd, Mio 220 and 230, Garmin Nuvi 350, and Garmin streetpilot 330. The Magellan is not quite as easy to use as the Garmin units, but lets the user have more control over navigation.Pros:-Best poi database I have seen with AAA tour book-Voice commands, really cool-TrueView map. Shows you the intersection turns on the left of the screen-Up to date maps, 8/2007-Text to speech-Traffic conditions-Interactive POI icons. On map screen icons, touch and see what it is.-Navteq maps. Better than TelAtlas thats on TomTom and Mio-Tells you what side of the road your destination is on. Garmins do this too.-Quick spell. Makes entering in you address much easier.-Multi destination routing.Cons:-Customer support. Website and phone not that good-No user guide-Rerouting after missing a turn a little slower than the others-Some buttons are too smallOverall I really like this Gps. If you want alot for your money this is the one. Check prices, because on some sites the price changes daily. [$]

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
THE BEST!
By COLE from ATL, G.A on 12/2/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address, Planning Trips
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Frequent Traveler, Technically Challenged
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

IVE BEEN THROUGH 2 OTHER GPS UNITS IN THE PAST MONTH (TOM, TOM, AND MIO)AND HAVE RETURNED THEM BOTH. THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST ONE ON THE MARKET. SIMPLE TO USE, IDIOT PROOF! YOU WONT PAST YOUR DESTINATION ITS HIGHLY ACCURATE. 6 MILLON POIS . BEAUTIFUL PRODUCT ,BUY IT!

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
One of the most wor gps launched recntly
By Desi patel from M,A on 11/30/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Compact, Easy Menus, Secure Mounting
Cons:
Bad bluetooth, Freezes, Slow menu navigation, Wrong directions
Best Uses:
Faster Routes
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I bought this product for [$] and thought it would be good but it was very bad. So i replaced with another one. still had the same problems.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I LOVE IT
By Lady One from Monee, IL on 11/30/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy to read screen, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Cons:
Slight delay
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Planning Trips
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Gearhead
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have used Mapopolis Voice Guidance Navigation through my PDA for years and purchased the Magellan 3250 for my husband. While trying to program, I came upon an abundance of features with this model for its compact size and[$]---so great, I purchased one for myself! This unit is not perfect, but it gets me to point A - B, and makes my route faster. I would definitely buy again!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Product!
By DocVerified Reviewer from Wilmington,NC on 11/26/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Best Uses:
Faster Routes
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Traveler
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The most user friendly electronic device I have ever seen.Idiot proof!Simply stick mounting bracket on dash or windshield.Just plug adapter in cig or any dc outlet in car,punch in your destination,select fastest or most scenic route,and go!Voice activation is immediate and screen is very visible.Gives advanced warnings about .5 mile before turns,and if you get off track,it will instantly get you back on route.What a great product and bargain!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
excellant
By roadhoundVerified Reviewer from jackson, mi on 11/24/2007
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Hard wire ease, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Cons:
Poor bluetouth sound
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address, Planning Trips
Describe Yourself:
Gearhead
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

voice sound with bluetouth phone is not clear but connecting is very easy

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Just Purchased Magellan 3250
By Jeff from BostonVerified Reviewer from Boston, MA on 11/12/2007
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Pros:
Acquires Satellites Quickly, Compact, Easy Menus, Easy To Read, Easy To Set Up, Long Battery Life, Reliable Performance, Secure Mounting, Simple Controls
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Faster Routes, Finding Specific Address
Describe Yourself:
Bad With Directions, Gearhead
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

After much research, adn seeing several other units working (Friends)this is the best device for under [$]. The text-to-speech feature is a must, it tells you the names of the streets and exits to turn onto. Also, the display has great split screen graphics, example, around-abouts (circles) it shows an image of the around-about and displays an image of which exit to take, and says "take the 3rd exit after entering around-about". Out of the box and set up in the car in 2 mins. No need to read directions, and found y location right away. Internal memory is great with option for SD card. Also has blue tooth for phone calls ect. I have used several other brands, this is the best one for the money period. Compact and looks great. Do not be fooled by other types, Megellan is the best period.

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