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GPSMAP® 79s by Garmin | Electronics & Navigation at West Marine
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This handheld GPS is accurate and provides good information, but the user interface is clunky and the menu system is very old school. Battery life is not ideal, but it is a good size and can be used for backup or navigation. It is well made and durable, but the instructions are very confusing and it takes a lot of trial and error to figure it out.
GPSMAP® 79s by Garmin | Electronics & Navigation at West Marine. Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP® 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fogproof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate t…
GPSMAP® 79s by Garmin | Electronics & Navigation at West Marine. Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP® 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fogproof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate tracking around the world. Navigate wherever your adventures take you with the worldwide basemap. With more memory than previous models, you can save and track 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. Keep your bearings with the built-in compass.Features:Rugged, floating, water-resistant (IPX6 - unit level only) handheld GPS with a high-resolution color display and scratch-resistant, fogproof glassIncreased memory to save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fit activitiesSupports multiple satellite constellations (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS) for reliable tracking around the world Includes worldwide basemapBuilt-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows heading while standing still
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Review summary
This handheld GPS is accurate and provides good information, but the user interface is clunky and the menu system is very old school. Battery life is not ideal, but it is a good size and can be used for backup or navigation. It is well made and durable, but the instructions are very confusing and it takes a lot of trial and error to figure it out.
Pros
- Accurate GPS
- Good information provided
- Compact size
- Durable
Cons
- Clunky user interface
- Short battery life
- Old school menu system
- Rubberized body becomes sticky
Description
GPSMAP® 79s by Garmin | Electronics & Navigation at West Marine. Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP® 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fogproof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate tracking around the world. Navigate wherever your adventures take you with the worldwide basemap. With more memory than previous models, you can save and track 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. Keep your bearings with the built-in compass.Features:Rugged, floating, water-resistant (IPX6 - unit level only) handheld GPS with a high-resolution color display and scratch-resistant, fogproof glassIncreased memory to save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fit activitiesSupports multiple satellite constellations (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS) for reliable tracking around the world Includes worldwide basemapBuilt-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows heading while standing still
Specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Display | Sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display with scratch-resistant, fogproof glass |
| Features | Rugged, floating, water-resistant, built-in compass, supports multiple satellite constellations, increased memory |
| on | Handheld |
| Map Coverage | Worldwide basemap |
| Maps Included | Yes |
| Memory | 10, 000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fit activities |
| Model | GPSMAP 79s |
| Navigation | GPS handheld with compass and satellite constellations support |
| Routes | 250 routes |
| Screen Resolution | High-resolution |
| Sensors | 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass |
| Sturdiness | Rugged and water-resistant |
| Type | Marine GPS handheld |
| Water Resistance | Water-resistant |
| Water resistance | Water-resistant |
| Waterproof | Floating |
| Waypoints | 10, 000 waypoints |
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