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Brand | Garmin |
Model Name | GRDRIVES65TRB |
Vehicle Service Type | Car |
Screen Size | 6.95 Inches |
Special Feature | National Parks Directory; Garmin Real Directions; Driver Alerts; Find Places By Name; Check Up Ahead; Map Coverage, Voice Assistant; Live Traffic And Weather; Traffic Cams And Parking; Hands-Free Calling; Smart Notifications; Tripadvisor See more |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Map Type | City Tour, Street |
Included Components | Garmin DriveSmart 65 Vehicle suction cup mount Traffic receiver/vehicle power cable USB cable Documentation See more |
Audio Output Mode | Mono |
Battery Life | 1 Hours |
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- Easy to use 6.95” GPS navigator.Display resolution 1024 x 600 pixels.Control Method:Voice.Special Feature:Voice Assistant; Live Traffic And Weather; Traffic Cams And Parking; Hands-Free Calling; Smart Notifications; Tripadvisor,National Parks Directory; Garmin Real Directions; Driver Alerts; Find Places By Name; Check Up Ahead; Map Coverage.
- Simple menus and bright, easy to see maps
- Garmin Traffic suggests alternate routes. Backup camera compatible-yes (BC 30 or BC 40)
- Voice activated and ability to pair with a compatible smartphone for hands free calling
- HISTORY network of notable historic sites and U.S national parks directory
- Built in Wi-Fi connectivity for map and software updates without a computer
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For drivers who love new adventures while traveling, the Garmin DriveSmart 65 GPS navigator is the ultimate road trip companion. Featuring simple menus and easy-to-read maps, Garmin DriveSmart 65 lets you view turn-by-turn directions at a glance on a bright 6.95” edge-to-edge touchscreen display. Traffic and map updates are included along with helpful driver alerts to encourage safer driving.
- 6.95” GPS navigator with smart features and edge-to-edge display
- Easy-to-use 6.95” GPS navigator includes detailed map updates of North America
- Simple on-screen menus and bright, clear maps show 3-D buildings and terrain
- Garmin Traffic is ready to use right out of the box — without use of a smartphone
- Voice-activated and ability to pair with a compatible and GPS-enabled smartphone for hands-free calling, smart notifications and live traffic via the Garmin Drive App
- Road trip-ready with the HISTORY network of notable historic sites, a U.S. national parks directory, TripAdvisor traveler ratings and millions of Foursquare points of interest (POIs)
- Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for map and software updates without a computer
Features
Don’t Hate Traffic — Avoid It
Outsmart traffic jams or slowdowns by avoiding them altogether with timely alerts that suggest alternate routes to help you steer clear of construction zones or accidents ahead. Garmin Traffic comes ready to use right out of the box, thanks to the included traffic cable; no need to pair your navigator with a smartphone for traffic information. If desired, live traffic information is available when paired with your phone (To use this feature, you must download the Garmin Drive App to your compatible Bluetooth and GPS-enabled smartphone).
Voice-activated Navigation
Say 'OK, Garmin,' and your navigator can listen to your voice commands and navigate to where you need to go.
Enjoy Better Road Trips with TripAdvisor
View TripAdvisor traveler ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions along your route or near your destination.
Features
Wi-Fi Keeps You up to Date
Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity makes it easy to keep your maps and software up to date without the use of a computer.
The Benefits of Bluetooth Technology
By pairing Garmin DriveSmart 55 with your compatible smartphone, you can enjoy hands-free calling using Bluetooth wireless technology.
Access Real-time Features
Pair this smart navigator with your phone, and download the Garmin Drive app. This gives you access to real-time information (To use this feature, you must download the Garmin Drive App to your compatible Bluetooth and GPS-enabled smartphone), including live parking (Parking data is available for most city centers) and photoLive traffic cameras (where available) that show live traffic and weather conditions. When connected to a compatible smartphone, text messages and other notifications from your phone will display right along the side of your navigation screen.
Features
Sites From The History Network
To make traveling more enjoyable, you’ll find plenty to see and do with points of interest from the History Network. It features pictures and descriptions of notable parks, monuments, museums and historic sites.
National Parks Directory
An included U.S. national parks directory helps you discover and enjoy some of America’s most treasured natural resources and experiences. Easily navigate to places within the parks, including visitor centers, picnic areas, campgrounds, trailheads and more.
New Shops and Restaurants
This navigator comes preloaded with Foursquare data, making it easy to find millions of new and popular places.
Features
Driver Alerts: Know Your Surroundings
To encourage safer driving and increase situational awareness, driver alerts warn you of upcoming sharp curves, speed changes, railroad crossings and more.
Maps Made Simple
The simple and easy-to-see maps show 3-D buildings and terrain, making it easier than ever to navigate where you need to go.
Garmin Real Directions
Easy-to-understand, spoken turn-by-turn directions guide like a friend, using street names, store names and recognizable landmarks (e.g., 'Turn right after the red building').
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Product Description
For drivers who love new adventures while traveling, the Garmin Drive Smart 65 GPS navigator is the ultimate road trip companion. Featuring simple menus and easy-to-read maps, Garmin Drive Smart 65 lets you view turn-by-turn directions at a glance on a bright 6.95” edge-to-edge touchscreen display. Traffic and map updates are included along with helpful driver alerts to encourage safer driving.
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Product Dimensions | 6.8 x 0.7 x 3.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 8.5 ounces |
ASIN | B07MN61RKT |
Item model number | 010-02038-02 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | Wi-Fi |
Special features | National Parks Directory; Garmin Real Directions; Driver Alerts; Find Places By Name; Check Up Ahead; Map Coverage, Voice Assistant; Live Traffic And Weather; Traffic Cams And Parking; Hands-Free Calling; Smart Notifications; Tripadvisor |
Display resolution | 1024 x 600 |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Scanner Resolution | 480 x 272 |
Color | Black |
Whats in the box | Garmin DriveSmart 65 Vehicle suction cup mount Traffic receiver/vehicle power cable USB cable Documentation |
Department | mens |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Date First Available | January 7, 2019 |
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Customers find the GPS easy to use and intuitive to program in destinations. They appreciate its value for money, accuracy, and display quality. The screen is bright and vivid, making it easier to look at while driving. However, some customers have issues with reliability and voice recognition.
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Customers find the GPS navigation system easy to use and intuitive. They say it's simple to program destinations and learn how to use it. The maps are clear and give precise directions. It's easy for them to set up the device and customize its settings. Wirelessly updating the maps and software is also convenient.
"...I used my smartphone before, but this is easy, fast, and accurate...." Read more
"...It is a great sized unit that is very very easy and intuitive to use and for the driver to see and read as you are driving...." Read more
"...Also, I bought the Backup Camera from Garmin** It's DIRT-Simple to install (A child/elderly person) could install it themselves unassisted...." Read more
"...this GPS is very very easy to use and easy to figure out, the documentation is poor. You might even say it sucks but not quite that bad...." Read more
Customers appreciate the GPS's value for money. They find it useful and affordable, especially for those who don't need many features. The gas prices feature is appreciated, but some customers feel it needs improvement. Overall, the product is considered a good budget option that proved invaluable for their trip from the UK to Canada.
"...This is a great value for the money, and it's brand new. The Garmin has been improved over the version from three years ago...." Read more
"...The Garmin Drive 52 fit my price point, and I also know that Garmin is one of the leading names in the navigation industry...." Read more
"Really excellent piece of kit that proved totally invaluable for our trip from the UK to Canada...." Read more
"Replaced 10 year old Garmin GPS. New Garmin 52 is impressive and Garmin Express updates were easy and quick to download...." Read more
Customers appreciate the GPS's accuracy and helpfulness while traveling. They say it's a great GPS with up-to-date maps that fits well on their dash. The GPS makes their life much easier and can find their way without getting lost. It updates quickly, tells them when to turn and maps out their route. The 7" screen allows coordinates to be entered as destinations, and the UI and design are optimal for drivers.
"...I used my smartphone before, but this is easy, fast, and accurate...." Read more
"...Trust the warnings it provides, they are accurate. I wasted an hour wait on a normal 10 min drive. Lost valuable amusement park time...." Read more
"...Garmin also pioneered car GPS, so the UI and design are optimal for drivers compared to free Google maps navigators; I use both when driving...." Read more
"...2. The maps are 98% accurate. What I mean by that is there are a lot of dead ends, one direction in some places which this GPS don't know about...." Read more
Customers appreciate the GPS display's clarity and size. They find it easy to read while driving, with a large screen that makes it more readable. The user interface and design are optimized for drivers, compared to free Google maps. The display is bright and vivid, making it easier to see while driving.
"...very easy and intuitive to use and for the driver to see and read as you are driving...." Read more
"...Not any more. The display is easier to view. I’m pleased with the 52 with traffic." Read more
"...I LOVE the subtle-ding the Garmin gives me when I hit 5mph over the speed limit (optional feature I enabled)...." Read more
"...Garmin also pioneered car GPS, so the UI and design are optimal for drivers compared to free Google maps navigators; I use both when driving...." Read more
Customers appreciate the large screen with clear and vivid display. They find it useful for navigation, especially avoiding big cities. The screen is bright and not too large to obstruct their view. Many customers find the device fits their needs well, mounting it to their Goldwing or Toyota Runner. It also has side-by-side screens when needed.
"...It is very easy to use and I really like the large size. It is easy to see even in bright sunlight, way better than any of my past models...." Read more
"This is a a good screen size - the bigger one that I had was bigger, and I had to keep fiddling with it to keep it visible...." Read more
"...It is a great sized unit that is very very easy and intuitive to use and for the driver to see and read as you are driving...." Read more
"...Aside from the much larger screen on this unit compared to my previous one, the resolution is much improved...." Read more
Customers have mixed reviews about the GPS system. Some find it works well, with no issues and good directions compared to using a phone. However, others report issues with the screen being resistive and not capacitive, difficulty setting it up properly, and problems with the Garmin Drive app not working, and the device not turning on when needed.
"...It works great!! Dislikes! I do have a few.... 1. I do not like the way this model attaches to the ball mount...." Read more
"...Do not get me wrong it has also worked flawlessly on other occasions. Glad I made the purchase but could definitely use some improvements...." Read more
"...the voice sounds more mechanical and less natural, and is not as smoothly generated, there is a harshness to the voice synthesis, compared to..." Read more
"...and I only used my phone on the way back from SC and my phone worked perfectly...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the voice recognition. Some find it clear and easy to understand, while others mention issues like no answer by voice capability, slow evolution of instructions, and lack of voice selection.
"...The Voice Recognition is roughly what I expected. If I could rate the voice recognition on a 1-100 scale, I'd give it a 87...." Read more
"...The amount of custom voices is reduced, the voice sounds more mechanical and less natural, and is not as smoothly generated, there is a harshness to..." Read more
"...5. Voice control - speakerphone. Voice control works fine...if you are full stopped, motor turned off, and windows rolled up...." Read more
"...But the voice instruction is sometimes slow to evolve and adapt and does not give enough heads up to make a turn on occasion...." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the navigation system's reliability. They find it poorly thought-out, frustrating to use, and confusing. The setup process is described as horrible. While the GPS works fine, quality control is lacking. Many customers feel the system software is poor and not worth the cost.
"...I wasted an hour wait on a normal 10 min drive. Lost valuable amusement park time. One other warning, watch the arrival time closely...." Read more
"...OK, that makes sense let’s get them. Ran for 10 minutes and then it failed, it stated it was retrying...." Read more
"...This is a great value for the money, and it's brand new. The Garmin has been improved over the version from three years ago...." Read more
"...HOWEVER Set up was horrible- grade is a D-...." Read more
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still a good car GPS but with some drawbacks compared to older Garmins
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2020Style: DriveSmart 65 & TrafficPattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseThis is my 6th dash top Garmin gps. I have used Garmin Nuvi's for a long time. I like this one better than all the past ones. It is very easy to use and I really like the large size. It is easy to see even in bright sunlight, way better than any of my past models. I do not use the bluetooth function for the phone or the voice command so I cannot comment on them. It has built in wifi so once you connect it to your home network, it will automatically download upgrades without connecting to your computer. If you have purchased custom "voice" files, like Dr. Nightmare, they provide no way to install them...at least it is not documented. You can download them to your computer and then copy them manually to the proper folder in the GPS and they will work fine.
I would recommend this GPS for anyone who wants to get from here to there with ease. It works great!!
Dislikes! I do have a few....
1. I do not like the way this model attaches to the ball mount. It take two hands to release it whereas all of my other models could be easily released with one hand and they were still very secure in their attachment.
2. I am an avid geocacher, since 2003. ALL of my past models could easily display geocaches on the screen. All you had to do was put them in a .gpx file and copy them to the proper folder in the GPS. THIS model does not do that very well. You can follow the same procedure but instead of getting the neat little geocaching icons on the screen you get these big ugly icons that look like tabs or signs. I do not like this at all...big downer. But the overall good outweighs this downer. There is a "workaround". You can export your caches to a POI file and copy it to the POI folder in the GPS. All of the caches will then display on the screen using a much smaller, and less ugly icon. You can then select one and navigate to it. The upside to using POI is that you can have more of them. I easily put in over 3000. The name of each one will NOT display on the screen, but at least you can see them. If you touch one, you can navigate to it, or you can quickly find them in the menu. So.... it works well for geocaching but not quite as well as any of my older, smaller models.
3. I use LINUX on my computer, not Windows. I also have a MacBook laptop. ALL of my older model Gamins would plug into Linux or Mac and display on the screen like a disk drive. You could then drag and drop your .gpx or .poi files over to the proper folder. THIS model GPS will NOT do that.... not on a Mac and not using Linux. You MUST have WINDOWS to transfer your files. This really sucks... I had to install Windows on my desktop using dual boot just to retain my sanity. I admit I am a Windows hater. I could give you reasons but I'll spare you. So if you are a Windows hater like me, plan on being disappointed. Again, the good of this GPS outweighs ever this. It is a keeper.
4. Although this GPS is very very easy to use and easy to figure out, the documentation is poor. You might even say it sucks but not quite that bad. If you are a basic user, new to GPS, then the documentation is OK but if you want to do more complicated stuff, you just have to figure it out for yourself.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2025Style: Drive 52Pattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseThis is a a good screen size - the bigger one that I had was bigger, and I had to keep fiddling with it to keep it visible. This is a great value for the money, and it's brand new. The Garmin has been improved over the version from three years ago. I now can just key in "Kroger" from the gym and it automatically detects the Kroger near the gym and that's ALL I had to do. I used my smartphone before, but this is easy, fast, and accurate. I'm an appraiser so I drive a lot, hunting for addresses so it's an indispensable partner in my working life.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2024Style: Drive 52Pattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseI wanted a handheld GPS to use on trips without having to rely on my cell phone. The Garmin Drive 52 fit my price point, and I also know that Garmin is one of the leading names in the navigation industry. I figured it was worth a shot to try. The navigation system does work however it's not the easiest to use. Typing in an address can be a nightmare at times. It is almost like the keyboard is stuck or does not register the letters I am selecting. I have been given wrong directions twice- it sent me in a big circle- randomly changed my directions to head back to the location I was leaving and sometimes cannot even connect to the satellite to get me directions. Do not get me wrong it has also worked flawlessly on other occasions. Glad I made the purchase but could definitely use some improvements. Maybe if I had more money to spend on one of their higher end products, I would not have these issues. I still trust the Garmin name.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable piece of kit - I live in the UK and needed it for travel in USA/Canada
Style: DriveSmart 65 & TrafficPattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseReally excellent piece of kit that proved totally invaluable for our trip from the UK to Canada. After years of working from paper maps and internet screen shots - we rented a vehicle in Florida (back in 2019) that came with a dash mounted Garmin as a free upgrade and immediately realised it was taking a huge amount of stress and pre-planning away from us. Post pandemic and travelling again I decided to buy this unit to make life much easier. Living in the UK - I was able to order this GPS (SatNav) on Amazon.com (rather than Amazon.co.uk) and have it delivered to me in the UK direct from the USA. It is a great sized unit that is very very easy and intuitive to use and for the driver to see and read as you are driving. Like all GPS (SatNav) units it can very occasionally get small things wrong - but 99.999% it was very accurate. Anyone travelling to Canada - be warned that mobile/cell phone costs in Canada are unbelievably high - therefore EVEN with a USA/Canadian sim card in our phone - it would have cost a fortune to buy enough data in Canada (not necessarily the same in the USA which had much cheaper mobile/cell phone charges) to use a smart phone as a GPS/SatNav. Therefore we found it much more cost effective to buy the GPS/SatNav outright and it will work for years for future visits.
One last thing about this model - after doing loads of research online - it tells you that this model is designed to work in tandem with a connected mobile/cell phone in order to receive traffic updates. It tells you this model works perfectly well as a GPS/SatNav on its own - but will not give live traffic updates without a connected mobile/cell phone - I considered this before buying - but decided that route guidance was enough and more important to me that anything else. HOWEVERE - after arriving in Canada - this device WAS giving us live traffic reports and rerouting to take the least congested routes - and we did NOT pair it with a mobile/cell phone - but still received live traffic reports.
Great unit - Highly Recommended
- Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2025Style: Drive 52 & TrafficPattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseReplaced 10 year old Garmin GPS. New Garmin 52 is impressive and Garmin Express updates were easy and quick to download. The 52 has features that I like for example showing the name of the street or highway that you are on, ever wondered ? Not any more. The display is easier to view. I’m pleased with the 52 with traffic.
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- JannetteReviewed in Canada on February 6, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Garmin GPS
Style: Drive 52Pattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseThis is the best outcomes there. Got it on prime day and worth every penny. So usee friendly and easy to follow.
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Josue SaenzReviewed in Mexico on December 19, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen producto en general
Style: DriveSmart 65 & TrafficPattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseCompre este producto por que hice un viaje largo de mas de 8 horas en Mexico. No tuve ningun problema con el GPS, te avisa los limites de velocidad, no todos estaban correctos y te avisa cuando hay curvas. Lo que me preocupo un poco es que como tiene que ir conectado todo el tiempo a veces lo sentia muy caliente, pero aguanto todo el viaje conectado. La ventosa que tiene queda bien fija en el parabrisas, solo se me cayo una vez despues de pasar tu reductor de velocidad muy rapido.
- JudeReviewed in Australia on April 6, 2024
1.0 out of 5 stars Garmin drive smart 65
Style: DriveSmart 65 & TrafficPattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseGreat if you live in US ..... not if you are in Australia! Cannot change maps to Aust.
- Noel NgReviewed in Singapore on December 18, 2023
1.0 out of 5 stars Maps
Style: Drive 52Pattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseNavigator come with US and Canada maps only.
Assume that as I am buyin from Singapore through Amazon Singapore, it should be preloaded with Singapore Maps.
Tried to download from Garmin web Singapore map but has been unsuccessful too.
Navigator comes with good review even though no more in production but ridiculous if it cannot download the maps I want.
Not sure if Amazon has a solution or can I return the product.
- Bruce GowReviewed in Australia on April 15, 2021
1.0 out of 5 stars Don't order a Garmin GPS from Amazon.com.au
Style: DriveSmart 55 & TrafficPattern: NavigatorVerified PurchaseI ordered a Garmin GPS from Amazon.com.au on express post and they sent me one from the USA with USA maps. I asked them if they could delete the USA maps and send me a download for Aussie maps. Nope, I had to send it back and it has taken weeks to get my refund.