GPS Help

[mihunter101]

This may be a dumb question but I'll ask anyway. Is there a big advantage to using a real gps instead of my phone? Having aerials and topos right there in my hand has been huge to me, but since haven't seen the need to get a gps too.

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Battery life and accuracy are the biggest advantages. My last two phones have had accuracy issues under a heavy canopy. It's easier to transfer waypoints to the computer as well.

[GoetzC]

Having just went through the process of researching GPS units within the same budget I'll share my findings.

I attempted to use my iPhone as a GPS in the past and it worked ok for marking waypoints, looking at maps but was better at distracting me with emails/texts.
I decided I wanted a dedicated GPS so I can keep my phone put away until needed and not be distracted from my time in the woods.

I tested/tried various options at REI, Gander Mountain, etc... and read/researched a ton online. I determined I really preferred the models with buttons over the touch screens even with their bigger/better screens.

I ultimately decided on the Garmin 64st and am very happy with it. I found bowhunter15's videos showing how he uses his 62s and it helped a ton. Ironically while watching one of his videos I realized he hunts some of the exact same land I intend to... small world!

[wolfie729]

Having just went through the process of researching GPS units within the same budget I'll share my findings.

I attempted to use my iPhone as a GPS in the past and it worked ok for marking waypoints, looking at maps but was better at distracting me with emails/texts.
I decided I wanted a dedicated GPS so I can keep my phone put away until needed and not be distracted from my time in the woods.

I tested/tried various options at REI, Gander Mountain, etc... and read/researched a ton online. I determined I really preferred the models with buttons over the touch screens even with their bigger/better screens.

I ultimately decided on the Garmin 64st and am very happy with it. I found bowhunter15's videos showing how he uses his 62s and it helped a ton. Ironically while watching one of his videos I realized he hunts some of the exact same land I intend to... small world!

Thanks ya I saw that video too

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[wolfie729]

After much deliberation I decided to go with a montana 610 i liked the massive screen. I'm not much for wearing gloves and if i do the thumbs and right index finger are cut off. Th 64 series seemed really nice just didnt like where the buttons were located.

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