TomTom Car Sat Nav Start 52, 5 Inch with EU Maps, Speed Cam Alert Trial, Integrated Reversible Mount, Black

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Get smart routes around traffic with our live traffic services that give you real-time information and regular map updates – all usable on a qualitative touchscreen display.

Move up to the Essential for a better all-round experience, with voice control and a better touchscreen, but this wallet-friendly option won’t let you down. What’s more, today’s satnavs have learned some lessons from their smartphone rivals, and they’re packing in bigger, better screens, additional features and useful live services.That’s emblematic of the stiff competition the DriveSmart 66 is getting from the similar TomTom Go Discover, but the Garmin is slightly cheaper and, as an all-rounder, hard to beat. Garmin’s Real Directions, which reference street names and landmarks, come included, and instructions are delivered in a clear and timely fashion.

But, if a tablet-sized satnav seems too big or the Alexa features unnecessary, this might well be a better option. Once we’ve set them up, and installed any map updates, we ask them to plan routes to a number of destinations. The good news is that it still has the feel of a premium satnav, with a slimline, smartphone-style form factor, a bright, responsive 1280 x 720 resolution capacitive display and a bundled suction-cup windscreen mount.

For a start, not all new cars include navigation in their entry-level models, while older, secondhand models might have an outdated satnav – if they have one at all. Cheaper and older models tend to have resistive touchscreens, which need more pressure when you hit a key and don’t provide such a clear or vibrant image.

What’s more, Garmin’s software is as strong as ever, with clear voice instructions, good references to buildings and street names, and useful 3D visuals to make tricky junctions easier to manage. However, the GO 52 doesn’t have all of the features you’ll find in the best car navigation system today.Stay one step ahead of traffic and within the speed limit with live TomTom Traffic updates, traffic jam warnings and 1-year of speed camera alerts. Easy to setup, with clear menus and guidance, if you fancy upgrading from Google Maps on your phone, then you’ve come to the right place. What’s more, the two leading manufacturers – Garmin and TomTom – have now had years to hone their map displays and voice guidance, with clear, timely directions that take you through what you need to do and when.