TomTom XL 340TM 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Lifetime Traffic & Maps Edition) Features
- IQ Routes Technology calculates the fastest route possible based on time of day, saving you time, fuel and money
- Preloaded with more than 7 million points of interest in over 60 destination categories--gas stations, restaurants, hotels, ATMs and more
- Lifetime Traffic Updates included--outsmart traffic and avoid delays for life with real-time information via your TomTom
- Preloaded with maps of the US, Canada and Mexico with Lifetime Map Updates
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User Reviews about TomTom XL 340TM 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Lifetime Traffic & Maps Edition)
The GOOD: I took a 3 hour trip to southern PA at the start of Labor Day weekend. I chose the fastest route but fully expected delays due to traffic and construction. The Tom Tom 340TM rerouted several times during the trip to faster routes. I arrived ahead of schedule.
The BAD: Downloading the new updated software and maps took a very long time (hours). A few times questions popped up on the Tom Tom requiring a yes/know decision, only the question was in a foreign language. I had to do an internet search to find a translation. This happened twice with different languages each time.
The UGLY: The time to reach customer service took a very long time (>1 hour)to reach only to be disconnected, then another hour wait again. I didn't get much help but eventually got the system to begin the download on my own after the foreign language question got answered. I got an email a couple later saying they considered the problem had been resolved??
Despite the long update and lack of timely customer service, the unit did perform well and comes recommended. Side Note, in other posts I learned that the XL340TM is customizable whereas the XL350 is a stripped down simplified version. I chose the XL340TM version for the many customizable features, as well as lifetime map and traffic updates. -- Traffic update worked
I was debating on getting this because there are so many options but the reviews led me to tom tom. after using it for a few months the tom tom is nice and easy however searching locations is troublesome. Because the touch screen needs work. It is more like a palm pilot touch screen then an ipod. I used my step dad's garmin nuvi and it was much easier and much better because it searches locations as you write so it is much easier. the touch screen is much more responsive. If you are iffy get Garmin. -- Garmin is sadly better
This is my second GPS (third if you include the Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS Receiver With Heart Rate Monitor). I compared this review unit with a Garmin nüvi 855 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Speech Recognition that I purchased earlier in the year.
I ran around town with both the TomTom and Garmin giving me maps and directions, and found the TomTom's timing and prompts much less useful than the Garmin's. The maps had much less detail - the Garmin shows bodies of water, side roads, etc., none of which appeared on the TomTom. The icons to locate nearby services were not easily discerned while driving. The menus and functionality were awkward.
I was not able to test the traffic feed, as my city is too small, so will have to post more on that after my son in Los Angeles tests that out later.
For many things, the weaknesses of the TomTom are addressed by the Garmin, but the weaknesses of the Garmin (and there are some) are addressed by the TomTom. But, overall, for maps, POIs, navigation, voice prompt quality, easy of use, total number of features, features of the web site for updates and interface with Google maps, etc., I think one would do better looking at the Garmin line, even with its faults.
Posting some photos comparing the two units. -- TomTom no match for Garmin Nuvi
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