Garmin

[Bosco]

Garmin…. It’s worth it but how much is too much.

 

[Bosco]

I want to get some new GPSs but is it worth it to get a 64s if I can get it on my phone?

 

[wyelkhunter]

not worth it in my opinion. I have a garmin unit and since I have gone to gaia gps on my phone I haven't touched the high dollar garmin

 

[CoyotesAndCowboys]

As someone who works in the GIS/Geospatial world. I would stick to your phone. The GPS systems in today's cellphones are quickly outpacing traditional GPS units. And of course, always have your compass and paper map as back up.

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[zacattack]

what about the foretrex? Not quite the capabilities of a full blown gps but it’ll get you back to camp/truck or wherever. I have the 401 and it’s pretty handy. Also cheaper.

 

[Kleos]

I am not a fan of Garmin's subscription model and activation fee's. My phone / backup and a paper map work great for me.

 

[accountantsanonymous]

I only use my Garmin inreach for messaging, and the occasional tracking if my phone battery is starting to go. The ability to message makes it 100% worth the cost.

 

[Wassid82]

I want to get some new GPSs but is it worth it to get a 64s if I can get it on my phone?

Yeah great question. I ditched the hand held gps long ago because of the function of my iPhone. However I used a Garmin inreach for communication in the back country. I also have a Garmin Alpha for my dog while bird hunting which is crazy expensive. I hate paying that much but I would hate it more to tell my kids I lost their dog in the hills