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Garmin Nuvi 57LM 5 Inch GPS Navigator Certified Refurbished
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.3
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GPS
110garmin, maps, garmin nuvi, navigator, map
+86%
-14%
" ... I'm completely happy with my purchase of the Garmin Nuvi 58LM refurbished GPS. ... "
" ... Also, it is easier to program and an all around improvement to the older GPS's. ... "
" ... I like Garmin GPS units because of their ease of use. ... Based on my experience, I will never buy a refurbished Garmin GPS unit again and for now, I plan to use the mapping capabilities of my cell phone in place of a Garmin. ... "
" ... Needed a reliable GPS as our other Garmin 50LM was lost to a soaking and couldn't be more pleased with this refurbed 58LM, the price and the promptness with which we received it. ... "
" ... Very pleased with the Garmin GPS Navigator, especially the larger screen. ... "
" ... I got this GPS for a KY trip to avoid using my phone constantly as a GPS. ... "
" ... This particular Garmin unit is in our motorhome. ... "
" ... I love this GPS. ... "
Product Reliability
79worked, unit, months, years, died
+63%
-37%
" ... Appears and works as new. ... "
" ... My grandpa is envious of it and was amaze at how technology change in the last few decades. ... "
" ... Worked great for a certified refurbished device! ... "
" ... I've owned several gps devices over roughly the past 15 years. ... Looking forward to using this one for many years. ... "
" ... This new improved Garmin works so much better than one I had several years ago. ... "
" ... No problems works well ... "
" ... I bought refurbished and no problems so far! ... "
" ... I am a commercial driver and this unit has worked perfectly, no issues what so ever. ... "
Ease of Use
73easy, directions, works great, easy to set, easy to program
+92%
-8%
" ... easy to program and follow ... "
" ... East to navigate features ... "
" ... It was easy to setup and works well! ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use! ... "
" ... It's very simple to set up and customize your settings. ... "
" ... Easy to use with bright clear interface. ... "
" ... It is easy to use and so far I like it very much. ... "
" ... Just like new very dependable with directions ... "
Price
61worth the money, value, refurbished, money, worth
+93%
-7%
" ... Worth the money :) ... "
" ... Works perfectly, good buy for the price ... "
" ... Very good value! ... "
" ... It is really a great deal for the price. ... "
" ... Great for price. ... "
" ... I think this unit is great for the price. ... "
" ... Would certainly recommend for the price! ... "
" ... very good for the price ... "
For Travel
53trips, road, gps, colorado, mile trip
+81%
-19%
" ... worked great on cross country 2,900 mile trip through many states. ... "
" ... It was purchased for a vacation road trip, but has become invaluable to me and replaced my GPS phone app as my go to navigator. ... "
" ... Bought it for a trip. ... "
" ... Works great, love the product, it has made my life traveling so much easier! ... "
" ... Have not used it on a trip yet. ... "
" ... I got this GPS for a KY trip to avoid using my phone constantly as a GPS. ... "
" ... However, once I got it working it was fine Met my expectations and worked well in our rental car in California. ... "
" ... a savior in the United States to drive, the best traveling companion. ... "
Display Clarity
49display, easy to see, large, bigger, size
+82%
-18%
" ... This one looks nice, has good screen response and intuitive screen navigation. ... "
" ... The display is larger and easy to read. ... "
" ... great screen and I love the upgrade to touch screen . ... "
" ... Once I could read it, it behaves about as nicely as my 2 previous older Garmins- that's good- and has a big bright screen. ... "
" ... Very pleased with the Garmin GPS Navigator, especially the larger screen. ... "
" ... Screen is bigger and it also shows gas station, foods, shopping, etc . ... "
" ... I LIKE THE BIGGER SCREEN TOO. ... "
" ... Love the screen size. ... "
Software Platform
48software, updated, garmin, map, google maps
+60%
-40%
" ... I probably use it 3 days a week and so far there have been no problems, maps up to date and directions on target. ... "
" ... Was able to update it immediately to 2017 maps. ... "
" ... Fairly easy to use but I need to update the maps. ... "
" ... Was slightly off on one destination, probably due to needing a map upgrade. ... "
" ... It seems they improved and got rid of many flaws in the older units software. ... "
" ... It looks like new, and I am able to update both latest software 4.60, and USA lower 49 States maps 2018.30. ... "
" ... Was able to update maps without any problems. ... "
" ... Also love the free map updates and traffic ... "
Delivery
35promised, delivery, works great, received, packaged
+97%
-3%
" ... Arrived on time,,, looks good so far. ... "
" ... Received today 11-15-17 Thanks ! ... "
" ... As far as the delivery, this was a "want it today?" ... "
" ... Received the nuvi 57LM on time. ... "
" ... Arrived on time and found it easy to use. ... "
" ... Packed great, arrived on time and really easy to use. ... "
" ... It came on time and packaged for shipment securely. ... "
" ... Just what I ordered ... "
Marketplace
33thanks, product, exactly, described, amazon
+76%
-24%
" ... It might say refurbished, but it works like brand new. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Received today 11-15-17 Thanks ! ... "
" ... Better then advertised ... "
" ... It’s important to buy via Amazon Prime so that you can first try your unit and return it if necessary. ... "
" ... Just what I needed, thank you ... "
" ... Good product as advertised ... "
" ... Exactly as described! ... "
Apps
32updated, garmin, software, map, google maps
+63%
-38%
" ... Was able to update it immediately to 2017 maps. ... "
" ... I would purchase this unit again if for no other reason the lifetime maps. ... "
" ... Fairly easy to use but I need to update the maps. ... "
" ... Was able to update maps without any problems. ... "
" ... Also love the free map updates and traffic ... "
" ... BIg enough to see, good software. ... "
" ... Plus you get unlimited maps. ... "
" ... BUT, the map updates are free, unlike that other brand which charges for updates. ... "
Setup
24instructions, follow, easy, driving, would
+63%
-38%
" ... easy to program and follow ... "
" ... It was easy to setup and works well! ... "
" ... GPS is excellent, quick start instructions were missing which made set up a little challenging. ... "
" ... I followed the set up directions and it works great. ... I like the Easy to understand driving directions. ... "
" ... Just like new very dependable with directions ... "
" ... Set up was easy. ... "
" ... It gives concise directions and enough time to execute the turns. ... "
" ... Excellent voice directions. ... "
Returns
23unit, sent it back, refurbished, returned, refund
+9%
-91%
" ... I wish I could return it ... "
" ... We returned it. ... "
" ... Let's see if they even respond to my request for a return, Which I wrote over 2 days ago . ... "
" ... I returned it! ... "
" ... In fact, would like to return it and get my money back. ... "
" ... Both were defective. ... "
" ... I'm sure it has the same problem that it was sent in to be refurbished for. ... "
" ... This was a certified refurbished, but I had no confidence so I ordered a new one like it and was totally disappointed in it as well. ... "
Device Compatibility
23device, computer, satellites, refurbished, navigate
+52%
-48%
" ... It would be good if it comes with a cable to connect to the computer. ... "
" ... Worked great for a certified refurbished device! ... "
" ... Product works as good as most Garmin devices. ... "
" ... When we reached our destination I ran the updates (using my Mac!!!) ... "
" ... Takes the place of using data from the cell phones. ... "
" ... If you don't have a smart phone, the Nuvi is a wonderful help for navigating. ... "
" ... Easy to set up using a computer. ... "
" ... I need something I can depend on and my phone is more dependable than this thing is. ... "
Battery Life
21charge, unit, hours, life, last
+43%
-57%
" ... The battery stinks. ... I should have bought a new one .I see nothing but a dead battery constantly in the future. ... The battery must be junk ,not even holding a charge for very long. ... "
" ... That was only using it twice a week for around six hours. ... So it turned on and worked for about 12 times before dying. ... "
" ... Either way, I can't live with products that have that short of a life span. ... "
" ... But didn't come with a wire to charge battery ... "
" ... Prior to purchasing this unit I've owned two Garmins one of which is still working and the other had a battery malfunction and will no longer charge or work when plugged into the accessory outlet in my car. ... Since my other two Garmins recharge the battery when plugged into the computer I thought it was a low battery issue even though a low battery was not indicated. ... "
" ... Battery died after only a few months. ... "
" ... stopped working after 3 months, wont charge ... "
" ... Got it charged and the unit functioned well until it ran out of battery. ... Finally it stopped altogether, will not take a charge to even start it up. ... "
Capacity
17street, name, missouri, kansas, direction
+71%
-29%
" ... Worked really well in Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas area. ... "
" ... We finally got one for our 2nd car. ... "
" ... The best I can say is that I ordered one for my work vehicle and then a second one for a fleet truck. ... "
" ... Works great even in dead cell areas. ... "
" ... Went to town with it turned on and it on 'home'. ... "
" ... It was great to drive from town to town without any problem--and even to be directed to parking lots. ... "
" ... I bought this for use in rental cars. ... "
" ... It starts with house number, street. ... "
Charging
16charger, unit, battery, charging, plugged
+25%
-75%
" ... The device itself works fine but I can't charge it with the USB cable. ... "
" ... But that left it for me to undergo months of repeated testing to prove that there was indeed a fault with there batteries not charging . ... Which failed after the initial software load succeeded due to the batteries residual charge from the factory . ... "
" ... But didn't come with a wire to charge battery ... "
" ... I'm very disappointed in this Garmen, the back where you plug in the charger is loose won't keep a charge. ... I have to send it back it will not stay charged it is a total flop. ... "
" ... My complaint is that the battery only last 30 minutes after a 5 hour charge. ... "
" ... stopped working after 3 months, wont charge ... "
" ... Right from the start, I had trouble charging the unit. ... It kept saying that the charging cord was not the right one. ... Got it charged and the unit functioned well until it ran out of battery. ... Well charging was again a problem same thing. ... Finally it stopped altogether, will not take a charge to even start it up. ... "
" ... I had to charge the unit as it was dead. ... I charged the unit and then turned it on. ... "
User Manual
15instructions, instruction, directions, come, line
+20%
-80%
" ... What's probably even worse, it didn't come with the instruction booklet!!!! ... "
" ... I wish they would send me an instruction book though. ... "
" ... IT GAVE ERRONEOUS DIRECTIONS !! ... "
" ... So far it is giving me allllll different directions. ... "
" ... The description was mis-leading. ... "
" ... useless without a instruction book ... "
" ... I took off one start because the instructions are VERY basic, and not well written. ... "
" ... I gather from the online manual there is a way to delete an individual entry, but it is not intuitive, and I haven't yet been able to do this. ... Unfortunately .pdf files are not supported, and I don't see anyway to access the manual. ... "
Design
15new, works, refurbished, brand new, works like new
+93%
-7%
" ... Looked new too. ... "
" ... Works as advertised,Looks new ... "
" ... Looks and performs as new. ... "
" ... It was refurbished but looks and performs like new. ... "
" ... works grate looks brandnew ... "
" ... They look brand new and perform without a glitch. ... "
" ... refurbished but looks brand new. ... "
" ... Product looks and works like new. ... "
Features
14use, new features, well, useful, turns
+93%
-7%
" ... East to navigate features ... "
" ... Good in giving warning on next turns ... "
" ... Lots of features. ... "
" ... Seems nice with all the features. ... "
" ... Upgraded with new features. ... "
" ... It has all the 'save addresses that are frequent' features and in a format that is easy to access. ... "
" ... Excellent GPS and has a ton of features. ... "
" ... This has all the features necessary period. ... "
Display Size
14size, large, bigger, inch, easy to see
+100%
" ... I LIKE THE BIGGER SCREEN TOO. ... "
" ... Love the screen size. ... "
" ... - Easy to see and use due to large display size ... "
" ... Nice large screen. ... "
" ... It's 6 inch screen makes it very easy to see. ... "
" ... Screen is big enough so is easily read. ... "
" ... AND has a bigger screen. ... "
" ... Love the big display. ... "
Fit
14windshield, holder, garmin, place, dashboard
+57%
-43%
" ... mounted on motorcycle. ... "
" ... Also bought the Garmin Portable Friction Dashboard Mount . ... "
" ... (We mounted it to the weighted Garmin friction dash mount I picked up at the same time and headed out.) ... "
" ... I purchased the hard case and beanbag mount for easy viewing and access by my wife/navigator. ... "
" ... The windshield mount is very sturdy and quick disconnect is great for parking somewhere and concealing your GPS. ... "
" ... Sun shield snaps on firmly, easily. ... Box protects unit and holds the related stuff securely. ... "
" ... I love the larger 6" size--and just stuck it on the windshield glass since I didn't want to take the heavy dashboard holder I'd purchased. ... But I do like the little holder mat I bought for my car, as it's easier than sticking it on the window and pulling it off every time I park. ... "
" ... The 65LM fit on my old Garmin beanbag mount. ... "
Controls
13button, power button, n, lane, chose
+31%
-69%
" ... They obviously don't do quality control . ... "
" ... The learning curve was steep at the start as almost all functions had been relocated or replaced to other locations or embedded into other menus. ... "
" ... doesnt register when we press to select. ... "
" ... Tapped and tapped and tapped, pressed and pressed and pressed, and yet sometimes could not make selections. ... "
" ... power button doesn't work. ... "
" ... You can't chose what buttons to appear. ... Instead the buttons are locked on the screen and you can not change them. ... "
" ... When device was turned off , it would come right back on, but not display any info. ... "
Overall performance
12works, works just fine, well, product, good
+92%
-8%
" ... Works just fine. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... product work good, will do the job. ... "
" ... It performs admirably and I have not had any issues. ... "
" ... works out great for me ... "
" ... works very well ... "
" ... Works just fine. ... "
" ... I am learning a new route for my job . ... "
Cables
11usb, unit, included, refurbished, cable
+55%
-45%
" ... It would be good if it comes with a cable to connect to the computer. ... "
" ... Device came complete with mounting bracket and power cord. ... "
" ... Included GPS, mount, car power cord, and usb cord. ... "
" ... The unit arrived in perfect condition with all cables. ... "
" ... Cord is nice length, holds a charge for a little bit after being charged which is helpful. ... "
" ... Works great, windshield attachment and cables included . ... "
Product As Described
11described, advertised, promised, good, description
+82%
-18%
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Better then advertised ... "
" ... Good product as advertised ... "
" ... Exactly as described! ... "
" ... It was exactly what I expected ... "
" ... unit delivered on time as promised and was exactly as described. ... "
" ... as good as promised. ... "
" ... It works as described . ... "
Network
11street, address, lose, tries, town
+73%
-27%
" ... Worked really well in Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas area. ... "
" ... The very best systems can go down, temporarily lose power or signal. ... "
" ... It finds the signal quickly. ... "
" ... Works great even in dead cell areas. ... "
" ... It asks for the street number then street name and then tries to guess what state and city your address is near. ... "
" ... It starts with house number, street. ... "
" ... At first it suggested towns on the other side of the country with identical street addresses. ... It still tells you the street name when you're a mile away or 500 feet away. ... "
" ... Even when it couldnt find a road because of desert terrain it kept a good signal and allowed me to pin different locations which comes in handy on the way back. ... "
Size
10size, traveling, states, larger, one
+90%
-10%
" ... a savior in the United States to drive, the best traveling companion. ... "
" ... Exelent information in travel. ... "
" ... - Larger size makes unit harder to store ... "
" ... I travel ALOT. ... "
" ... I'm not a big fan of a giant GPS on my windshield so this is a perfect size. ... "
" ... Really came in handy!! ... "
" ... I love it and will not travel without it. ... "
" ... I like the larger size- this one has a feature that "searches surrounding states" ( nice if your routine travel takes you into these states a lot) - not so nice if you travel daily in one city! ... "
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