10 best travel navigators

This model is the best budget alternative to overall versions. Offline device released in GPS key fob format. The weight of just over 30 g makes the navigator almost weightless. The functionality of the crumbs is basic: it measures the distance traveled and the time spent, calculates the speed of movement and height above sea level, simultaneously fixes up to 16 coordinates and paves the best route to them. There is a Track-Back function that will help you return to the starting point along the saved path.

The navigator is well suited for short-distance hikes, they share in the reviews. You can’t get far with it - the battery lasts for 10 hours, and recharge is possible only via a USB cable. In addition, users note that the charge indicator is uninformative: it displays 100% for a long time, and then falls sharply down. However, the navigator for its price demonstrates amazing accuracy: the error in determining the coordinates is only 20‒30 m.

The universal device is suitable for both motorcycles and cars, because the kit includes an adapter with a cigarette lighter socket and a suction cup. A hiker, accordingly, will not need a navigator - it does not have a battery. But for both modes of transport, the informative Speedcam function is equally useful, it warns of police radars and road signs. Moreover, with it, the driver knows in advance about broken sections of the road and sharp turns. The navigator builds logical routes, remembers many useful points, such as gas stations, cafes or ATMs, and helps you not get lost in the urban jungle, as is often the case with Android navigators.

The device works without the Internet, so it will not work to connect to online services. However, there are a number of advantages that users talk about in reviews. First of all, excellent signal reception quality: the device finds a satellite in a high-rise building in less than a minute. In fact, this is almost the only option for your money with licensed cards and an official guarantee, only Chinese nouns are cheaper with similar functionality.

A 4.3'' color LCD screen is an undoubted advantage of the model. It is quite bright and contrasting, and its interface is convenient and understandable so that the motorist does not have to look closely and be distracted from the road on the sunniest day.What's more, it's a best-in-class resistive display, with an ultra-responsive sensor that lets you control your gadget without taking off your gloves.

Judging by the reviews, the device, although a budget one, does not fail even when traveling off-road. Maps in 2D and 3D offline mode are displayed with high quality, the electronic filling of the navigator is reliably protected from vibrations, and the device itself is firmly attached to the motorcycle steering wheel. A reinforced metal bracket is included, as is a hard mount holder. Users note that removing and attaching the device back takes a matter of seconds, while the fixing screw prevents the gadget from accidentally jumping off.

Pocket travel navigator will always find the way home even without the Internet. Improved Backtrack indicates the way without a map, enough fixed in the device's memory of the return point. The device saves up to 5 markers at the same time, which is more than enough for one-day trips. However, the navigator will not let you down on multi-day tours. Autonomous operation from batteries (3 AAA, not included) guarantees full functioning without access to electricity - the main thing is not to forget spare parts.

In the reviews, users share that this is the best navigator for analyzing trips. It records up to 48 hours of the route. The data is fed into a computer and can then be superimposed on topographic maps to assess the quality of a route or to see the best alternative.Moreover, the device remembers the key parameters of the path and provides statistics for analysis: duration, speed, temperature, altitude. It is also convenient to integrate data from the device into Google Maps or post it on Facebook.

It is hardly worth calling the device just a tourist navigator, because it is a full-fledged tablet. The standard potential of the gadget is significantly expanded by the Android operating system, with which the user, in addition to basic services, can use a bunch of entertainment applications, as well as play a variety of video and audio formats.

The powerful and fast operation of the device is provided by the Allwinner A33 Cortex A7 quad-core processor, it does not “stick” and quickly responds to commands while opening several applications. It is very convenient to interact with a smartphone when using voice assistants Siri or Google Now. The gadget is suitable for use in the most extreme weather conditions. The case is reliably protected from moisture, and all connectors and slots have sealed plugs. For added security, the case is equipped with a non-slip coating.

The portable navigator RIDER 550 was developed by Tom Tom primarily for tourist trips by motorcycle. With it, the most original routes are available offline. With Exciting Tour, the instrument plans, searches, creates and edits a path.The driver can only approve the road and make his wishes. Owners of the gadget also have access to ready-made exclusive options - more than 150 unique routes are available in the TomTom Road Trips database, uploaded and recommended by other motorcycle enthusiasts. You can share them even during the trip thanks to the built-in Wi-Fi module, which, when exporting / importing data, eliminates the routine use of wired communication.

The optional Bluetooth headset helps you hear the messages from the navigator. Despite the fact that there are errors in the Russian-language voice acting, the reviews highly appreciate its convenience, since usually road noise eats up all voice commands and warnings. The gadget accurately transmits alerts, including those that come from a smartphone.

Manufacturer Garmin, as always, responsibly approaches the issue of safety - this is embodied in a bicycle model that is not similar in the segment. The navigator is equipped with the function of detecting falls Incident Detection 1: sends the location by emergency communication, even without the Internet. What's more, relatives or team members can track the cyclist's movements in real time thanks to the built-in Group Track and LiveTrack. But that's not all. Compatibility with VARIA safety devices allows the cycling computer to warn of approaching vehicles.

In reviews of the model they say that it is the most successful option for training.With Best Bike Split Race Sync technology, the Navigator creates a personal race plan and predicts the final race time by analyzing changes in weight, power and air resistance. And TrainingPeaks Connect IQ replaces a personal trainer by capturing and analyzing performance.

Foretrex 701 is an atypical travel gadget. Its functionality is to the liking of the most experienced and demanding extreme sportsmen. And here's why: the wrist device does not fail in harsh temperature and shock conditions, as its super strength is confirmed by the military standard MIL-STD-810G. Unlike its counterparts, it works with three satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS and Galileo, so it tracks the location where other navigators without the Internet are powerless. The battery life is also impressive: more than 48 hours at medium load, up to 1 week in UltraTracTM mode and up to 1 month in watch mode.

The wrist navigator suits not only adherents of extreme tourism, but also hunters. It is equipped with a special Applied Ballistics Elite calculator for long range shooting. The accuracy of ballistic calculations is confirmed by user reviews. They also praise the ability to combine the device with night vision goggles, which allows you not to interrupt the hike after sunset.

Model 20x is an updated version of the eTrex 20 navigator, recognized as the "golden mean" of the well-known line. It is unlikely that you will be able to find a device costing up to $ 200 from competitors with a similar set of options: paperless geocaching, downloading BirdsEye satellite images for offline use, and IPX7 moisture resistance, which means that the device can dive to a depth of 1 m and stay there for about half an hour and then function again. But the main difference is that the device can connect to GLONASS and GPS satellites at the same time, which means that the orientation accuracy is maximum. It is appreciated on routes in northern latitudes, with difficult terrain and in lowlands.

The previous devices of the American brand have proven themselves in the Russian market as the most reliable and functional, therefore, users have accepted the new model positively. The reviews note the pros - the gadget supports the widest range of maps: vector, raster, space images. And with built-in 3.7 GB of memory, you can not use an additional SD-slot at all.

The navigator is equipped with a built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated compass. It allows you to determine the exact direction even in motion, when it is impossible to hold the device evenly. There is a barometric altimeter, it will give complete information about atmospheric pressure, and by looking at the dynamics, you can follow the weather changes. But the highlight of the model is, of course, the ultra-sensitive Quad Helix antenna.It picks up and retains the satellite signal many times better than analogues even in a dense forest or a deep ravine.

The model is especially praised by geocaching enthusiasts - it does not have to use impractical paper maps. The device is compatible with GPS files, displays caches and their descriptions on the screen, provides additional information, such as coordinates, terrain features, route hints. The device also supports the free Custom Maps map converter, which converts paper and electronic maps for the navigator offline.