Does it include lifetime maps and traffic?

Yes. It ships with lifetime maps of the US and Canada and lifetime live traffic, which needs the included traffic receiver and power cable connected in the car.

Do I need a phone or data plan to use it?

No. Maps are stored on the device, so navigation works without a phone or mobile data. A phone is only useful for optional connected features.

How big is the screen?

It has a 6-inch dual-orientation touchscreen that can be used upright or sideways.

Is it worth it over a phone navigation app?

It is worth it if you want a dedicated always-visible screen, offline maps and no data use. A phone app offers faster search and live rerouting, so the choice comes down to that trade-off.

What comes in the box?

The navigator, a vehicle suction-cup mount, a vehicle power cable with the traffic receiver, and a USB cable for updates.

Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S Automobile Portable GPS Navigator

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$224.99at WalmartChecked Nov 8

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Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S Automobile Portable GPS Navigator

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$224.99at WalmartChecked Nov 8

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Our take on the Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S Automobile Portable GPS Navigator

The Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S is a dedicated 6-inch car GPS with preloaded lifetime maps of the US and Canada and lifetime live traffic. It adds driver alerts for sharp curves, speed changes, speed cameras, railroad and animal crossings, plus TripAdvisor ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions. It suits drivers who want a simple, always-on dashboard navigator without using a phone. Against phone apps it wins on a bigger always-visible screen, no data use for maps and dedicated traffic reception, but it lacks the live rerouting and search depth of connected apps and needs a mount and power cable.

Best forDrivers who want a standalone dash navigatorLong road trips across the US and CanadaOlder or less tech-savvy driversRental or second-car use

Pros

Bright 6-inch dual-orientation touchscreen
Preloaded lifetime US and Canada maps
Lifetime live traffic and live parking
Driver alerts for curves, speed cameras and crossings
TripAdvisor ratings built into points of interest

Cons

No live traffic without the included receiver and power cable
Search and rerouting less flexible than phone apps
Map updates require a computer or Wi-Fi setup
Bulky next to a phone on the dash

Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S Automobile Portable GPS Navigator prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of Garmin's Drive series generally praise the clear, readable screen and dependable navigation, and the lifetime maps and traffic are seen as the main draw. Complaints center on the traffic receiver setup, slower searches than phone apps and occasional map update hassles.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners find the 6-inch screen bright and easy to read at a glance while driving.
MapsPraisedPreloaded lifetime US and Canada maps are the main reason buyers choose it.
TrafficMixedLive traffic works but depends on the included receiver and power cable, which some find fussy.
SearchCriticisedSome owners say address and POI search is slower and less forgiving than a phone app.
Driver alertsPraisedWarnings for curves, speed changes and crossings are called genuinely useful on unfamiliar roads.
UpdatesCriticisedMap updates are reported as occasionally awkward to install.

About the Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S Automobile Portable GPS Navigator

The Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S is a dedicated GPS navigator for the car. It has a bright 6.0-inch display that works in either horizontal or vertical orientation.

It comes preloaded with lifetime maps of the U.S. or of the U.S. and Canada. Real-time services include live traffic and live parking.

Driver alerts warn of dangerous curves, speed changes, speed cameras, railroad crossings, animal crossings and more. TripAdvisor ratings are shown for points of interest such as hotels, restaurants and attractions.

Display: 6.0-inch, dual-orientation
Maps: Lifetime maps, U.S. + Canada
Traffic: Live traffic and live parking
Driver alerts: Dangerous curves, speed changes, speed cameras, railroad crossings, animal crossings and more
Points of interest: TripAdvisor ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions
Color: White

Specifications

color: WhiteSource

Questions and answers

Does it include lifetime maps and traffic?: Yes. It ships with lifetime maps of the US and Canada and lifetime live traffic, which needs the included traffic receiver and power cable connected in the car.
Do I need a phone or data plan to use it?: No. Maps are stored on the device, so navigation works without a phone or mobile data. A phone is only useful for optional connected features.
How big is the screen?: It has a 6-inch dual-orientation touchscreen that can be used upright or sideways.
What driver alerts does it give?: It warns about dangerous curves, speed changes, speed cameras, railroad crossings and animal crossings.
Is it worth it over a phone navigation app?: It is worth it if you want a dedicated always-visible screen, offline maps and no data use. A phone app offers faster search and live rerouting, so the choice comes down to that trade-off.
What comes in the box?: The navigator, a vehicle suction-cup mount, a vehicle power cable with the traffic receiver, and a USB cable for updates.
Where is the Garmin Drive 61 LMT-S Automobile Portable GPS Navigator cheapest?: At Walmart, for $224.99, as of our latest check.