10 best navigators for trucks

The model has been on the market for a long time, but still cannot be considered hopelessly outdated. A good processor (1.3 GHz) without straining, "pulls out" several programs running simultaneously. The size of the screen is also pleasing - for a truck, a 7-inch display is just what you need. The navigation program (the basic Navitel is installed, it will require a license key when updating the maps) correctly copes with laying the route, and thanks to the excellent sensitivity of the GPS unit, the geolocation accuracy allows you to adequately display the location of the car. There is a built-in radar, which is simply irreplaceable on the track. True, it suffers from false positives in the city limits, but few people will “reckless” on a large and heavy truck in an unfamiliar city.

The presence of a camera with a matrix of 8 million pixels and a viewing angle of 170 °, the Android OS software and the Play Market, which allow expanding the functionality of the device, provide high-quality (Full HD) video recording of events in front of a truck. Numerous reviews on this navigator model are rather contradictory. Basically, the owners are completely satisfied with the functionality and operation of the device. But from some users you can hear about the poor practicality of the radar detector, the uncertain reception of satellite signals. There are also deviations in the quality of the assembly.

The universal navigator will provide the best route for a truck, working both offline and with an Internet connection. A large selection of pre-installed software is good news: there are Yandex Maps, 2GIS, Navigation and even a GPS informer. The presence of a rear view camera in the kit deserves special attention (when a signal wire is connected, a viewing window with trajectory guides will automatically open on the monitor).

Such a set of functionality (and this is far from all, there is also a multimedia component) will not “pull” any hardware. However, the Dunobil Consul is fine with that - the 4-core MTK8127 microchip does an excellent job of multitasking. In their reviews, the owners also pay attention to the build quality (which is absolutely not satisfactory), the size of the touch screen diagonal (7 inches) that is good for a truck, and reliable operation without freezes and failures. Not without drawbacks - the brightness of the display, although not the worst, but according to some users, leaves much to be desired.

The IGO Primo and NAVITEL licensed programs pre-installed in this navigator literally "fly" - for a powerful ARM Cortex-A7 processor (4 cores) and 1 GB of RAM, even their simultaneous operation does not cause any difficulties at all.The no less “nimble” graphics accelerator ARM Mali-400 MP2 is responsible for the brightness and clarity of the image on a 7-inch monitor (with a large viewing angle). Its presence allows the truck driver to watch films in Full HD quality during moments of rest - none of the presented navigators is capable of this.

The GPS unit did not "let us down" either. The system works with duplication of the satellite signal with data coming from mobile network translators (A-GPS). This allows you to confidently and with high accuracy geolocation in the most difficult weather conditions. Access to the Play Market and the presence of a camera on the rear panel allows you to use applications such as Daily Roads, which conduct video recording of what is happening in front of the lens in the background. Better functionality and powerful hardware, judging by the reviews of the owners, is worth the money spent.

On a long-distance flight, the Aonerex navigator will be able to serve not only as a reliable guide for a truck, but also during rest hours will allow you to watch your favorite movie quite comfortably. It's all about the biggest screen. Among the top ranked navigators, only this model boasts a 9-inch touchscreen display. Despite the serious size of the gadget, a windshield mount is provided. Additionally, the set includes a disk of double-sided adhesive tape, by installing which on the suction cup, you can place the navigator on the dashboard of the car.

It is also possible to install a rear view camera (purchased separately) - for a truck it will definitely not be superfluous.In the reviews, the owners note the high build quality - the gadget can compete on equal terms with many more popular brands. Pleased with the software. The navigation program is designed to work with non-standard cars (Provide7), supports voice control, address search by post office and many other useful functions.

The price advantage of this navigator was achieved due to the lack of wide functionality in the device. The only purpose of the gadget is to work exclusively with the navigation program (the Navitel software is installed). Playing audio and video files can be ignored. Minimalism allows you to confidently cope with the tasks set by a rather modest MediaTek processor with a clock frequency of 468 MHz. The software environment is represented by time-tested Windows CE 6.0. At the same time, the internal memory of 4 GB allows you to install other popular guides with detailed maps.

At the same time, large for passenger cars, the navigator screen is best suited for use in the cab of a truck. Despite the size of 7 inches, it will not obstruct the driver's view at all. Color accuracy and a bright display - no need to look closely. By correctly setting the dimensions of the car, the search engine will select the best route for a heavy car. In the reviews, the owners positively note the large battery capacity - 2800 mA / h will provide several hours of operation of the device without power (the charging unit is designed for a car cigarette lighter socket).

The screen with a diagonal of 7 inches gives a clear and bright image - you definitely won’t have to look closely at the navigator readings while driving a truck. The viewing angle is somewhat limited, but it is quite sufficient for a spacious interior of the truck. The pre-installed software is Navitel, but it can be replaced with other software (Android OS) for efficient truck navigation.

Judging by the reviews of the owners, the navigator does not freeze, it responds to control without delay. A powerful dual-core Cortex A7 Dual Core processor with a graphics accelerator (surpasses not the oldest netbooks in its parameters) and a reliable GPS receiver are the hallmarks of this navigator. The presence of wireless interfaces and work in mobile networks (slots for 2 sim) are also positively noted. Mobile Internet will allow you to automatically receive all the necessary updates, as well as use the gadget as a GPS informer. There is also a camera on the back side (there is also a front one - you can talk via video link), capable of not only taking the necessary pictures and videos, but also replacing the DVR.

The presented model of the navigator attracts owners of large-capacity cars not only with an affordable price and improved design, but also with a display diagonal increased to 6.1 inches.This feature plays an important role when it is worth choosing to purchase a navigator for installation in a large cabin of a truck. The user-friendly interface and advanced features of the Garmin Drive 61 ENG LMT are also appreciated by users.

In their reviews, the owners note the high accuracy of determining the coordinates of the car, the relevance of cartographic material and the correct calculation of the route - the navigator takes into account the dimensions and tonnage of the truck when laying it. Users could not remember the cases when the gadget let them down on a long journey. Reliable operation of the device is noted - the hardware functions without freezes and failures, the processor quickly loads the software product, and the GPS receiver detects satellites without delay. At the same time, the response speed is one of the fastest. Also noted is the high quality of RDS data, which allows you to quickly navigate in an unfamiliar place, bypassing areas with overloaded traffic.

The navigator is equipped with iGO Primo 9.6 software, designed to work with trucks. It is enough to enter the main parameters (dimensions and tonnage) so that when laying the route, the computer takes them into account when choosing the appropriate roads (in Europe this is of great importance). For a spacious truck cab, a 7-inch screen will be the best solution. In addition, the existing multimedia capabilities will allow you to watch videos downloaded to a micro SD card while relaxing.

In general, truck drivers involved in international traffic are satisfied with this model.The navigator will not lead them to the center of a transit city or to a low bridge (under which it is impossible to pass), but will lay out the best route, without insurmountable obstacles. The cost of the device, comparable to the navigation devices of a conventional car, also deserved good reviews. The MStar Cortex A9 processor with a frequency of 800 MHz maintains a comfortable application speed without causing negative emotions from the owner.

A high-tech device for compiling and controlling traffic along a given route using a GPS system. Designed for correct functioning with heavy vehicles, takes into account the mass and dimensions when calculating the trajectory. The processor with a frequency of 1 GHz and the same gigabytes of RAM ensure the flawless operation of the Navitel software. The 7-inch touchscreen monitor supports a screen resolution of 1024x600 pixels for clearer, richer images.

The owners deservedly consider this navigator to be the best solution for using trucks in the CIS – he has the most detailed road maps of the Commonwealth countries. The reviews also positively assess the correctness of the route construction, the small error of the current coordinates due to the excellent search and capture of signals from satellites (supports GPS and GLONASS). The Android 6.0 system on which the device runs also allows you to use the navigator as a full-fledged tablet – there are front and rear cameras, Wi-Fi, GPRS support (for 2 SIM cards) and much more.

This navigator is one of the best for organizing and planning freight traffic in Europe. The LIVE-service system, when an annual subscription is activated, allows you to update information about the location of radars in real time (there is also a built-in detector) and tracking cameras, learn in advance about traffic jams along the route, receive weather conditions, maintain correspondence with your dispatcher and much more.

My Drive not only maps traffic correctly, which is of great importance for a truck, but thanks to TomTom Traffic, it allows you to change direction in a timely manner, avoiding long delays on the road due to traffic jams. In their reviews, drivers note the high speed of the device – it not only quickly calculates the route, but also has the PhotoReal function, which clearly and in advance demonstrates which lane the truck should be in before the traffic intersection. The free map updates throughout the life of the navigator are also highly appreciated by the owners.