The Best GPS & Navigation 2025

1. MapSource United States TOPO

Garmin MapSource United States TOPO - Maps/Traveling - English - PC

Garmin MapSource United States TOPO Distribution Media/Method: CD-ROM Platform Supported: PC Distribution Media/Method: CD-ROM Platform Supported: PC Software Name: MapSource United States TOPO Software Sub Type: Maps/Traveling Software Name: MapSource United States TOPO Software Sub Type: Maps/Traveling Software Main Type: Reference Software Main Type: Reference

2. Garmin eTrex Portable Navigator

Truly a small wonder, the eTrex takes the best features of a 12 parallel channel GPS receiver and put them into a six ounce package that is only four inches high and two inches wide. The result is a unit that will literally fit in the palm of your hand. Besides its small size, mariners and outdoorsmen will likely notice the sleek design of the eTrex. All buttons are located on either side of the unit, allowing for simple, one-handed operation that won't obstruct your view of the display. In fact, the eTrex features only five operator buttons for the ultimate in user-friendly design. Thanks to its bright yellow case, the eTrex will be hard to misplace and easy to find in any boat or backpack. The eTrex is completely waterproof so it can take an accidental splash or dunk in the water and still continue to perform. Inside the eTrex, you will find the proven performance of a 12 parallel channel GPS receiver that will run for 22 hours on just two AA batteries. The eTrex will store up to 500 user waypoints with graphic icons and boasts Garmin's exclusive TracBack feature that will reverse your track log and help you navigate your way back home. In addition, the eTrex uses animated graphics that will help you identify your marked waypoints quickly and easily.

What's Included: Garmin eTrex Wrist strap

3. Garmin eMap - GPS navigator - hiking

Here's another reason to toss out those paper maps: the eMap. It's the size of a small, flat calculator, contains a 12 parallel channel GPS receiver, and weighs a mere six ounces. Even with its compact style, the eMap boasts an extra-large display for showing even more map data and the same power you've come to expect from Garmin handhelds - even while operating for up to 12 hours on just two AA batteries. The eMap features an internal basemap containing information on North and South America including state and country boundaries, lakes, rivers, streams, airports, cities, towns, coastlines, and U.S., state, and interstate highways. In addition, the eMap provides exit information for the federal interstate highway system. With the eMap, you will know when you are near services such as food, lodging, and service stations. Designed with everyone in mind, this unit will take you from the car, to the hiking trail, to the beach without missing a beat.

What's Included: Garmin eMap Wrist strap

4. Garmin - Flash memory module - 8 MB - for eMap Deluxe; GPSMAP 172, 178, 182, 2006, 2010, 2106, 276; StreetPilot III

Garmin - flash memory module - 8 MB

8MB memory card Street-level map detail Topographic information and much more

5. MapSource MetroGuide U.S.A. - GPS software - for eMap; eTrex Legend, Vista; GPS V; GPSMAP 176, 176C, 196, 295, 76, 76S; NavTalk

MapSource MetroGuide U.S.A. - GPS software

Download map areas to your compatible GPS with a blank data card and personal computer Use MapSource to create routes on your PC and transfer them to your GPS Trip and waypoint management functions work with all Garmin handheld GPS units Map-to-unit download feature is recommended for the Garmin eTrex Legand, eTrex Vista, Rino 120, eMap, GPSMAP 76 and the GSPMAP 76S. MapSource PC Requirements: Pentium processor Windows 95, 98, or NT 4.0 16 MB RAM 20 MB free hard disk space CD-ROM drive 256-color display Mouse Brands You Trust: Garmin Garmin is a leader in Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and an innovator in consumer electronics. Their products are used in flying, boating, driving, hiking and many other activities. Garmin is committed to producing quality products and improving people's everyday lives.

6. Lowrance GlobalMap 100 GPS Unit

Easy-to-use, built-in global background map, completely waterproof, high definition backlighted display

This GPS unit is simple to use and was designed for all people and all activities This unit features a built-in background map of the world with enhanced detail of lakes, rivers, streams and highways in North America Completely waterproof Backlighted, high contrast display 160 x 104 pixels for superior visibility

7. Garmin e-Map Video

Step-by-step video shows how to use the Garmin e-Map GPS unit.

This 50-minute VHS tape will teach you how-to: Mark positions Navigate to a destination Find addresses, cities and other points of interest Load maps from a PC and more!

8. Garmin e-Trex Video

Step-by-step video shows how to use the Garmin e-Trex GPS unit. This 50-minute VHS tape will teach you how-to: Mark positions Navigate to a destination Finding address, cities and other points of interest Create waypoints from a map and more!

How-to guide for the Garmin e-Trex, Includes marking positions, plotting waypoints, and more

9. MapSource United States Roads & Recreation - GPS software - for GPS 12MAP, III Plus; GPSMAP 162, 168 Sounder; NavTalk

MapSource United States Roads & Recreation - GPS software

Garmin MapSource United States Digital Map Application/Usage: Driving Application/Usage: Driving Continent: North America State/Province/Territory: All Country: United States Distribution Medium Type: CD-ROM Number of Distribution Mediums: 1 State/Province/Territory: All Distribution Medium Type: CD-ROM Country: United States

10. Garmin eTrex Summit - GPS navigator - hiking

The eTrex Summit comes on the heels of the extremely popular eTrex, which was designed for both marine and recreation use. This new all-in-one navigation device for the outdoor enthusiast is the first combination GPS, altimeter, and electronic compass. The electronic compass provides bearing information when you're standing still and the altimeter determines precise altitude, so you can tell how high you've climbed and your rate of ascent. Like its predecessor, the eTrex Summit boasts a powerful 12 parallel channel GPS receiver and comes packaged in a small, sleek case with operating buttons located on either side of the unit. The case is completely waterproof to withstand immersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes. The eTrex Summit: it is what the hard-core outdoorsman has been waiting for.

What's Included: Garmin eTrex Summit Wrist strap