Review on Rugged Handheld GPS 🧭 Navigator - Garmin eTrex 22x by Joseph Elvis

It seems that many negative reviewers didn't understand what they were buying when they ordered it. This is not and is not intended to be a replacement for your Waze/Google Maps. Some of the so-called disadvantages, which are advantages and not faults are: 1. Bulky. Yes, it's hefty for its size, but it'll also take a lot more stress than your slim smartphone - even with the Otterbox. The shape also makes it more comfortable to hold in hand.2. No touch screen. Have you ever tried using your iPhone in the rain or with gloves on? Touch screens are great for air conditioning and clean environments. It is designed for use in all kinds of bad weather and dirty environments.3. Outdated UI. Yes, this type works like a 2008 cell phone. The layout is easy to set up and probably contributes to better battery life.4. AA batteries. Several people have complained that the eTrex doesn't have a rechargeable lithium battery like every other modern electronic device. It's hard to understand why they think it would be a good idea for a GPS. If you're going on a long hike/hike/hunt for several days, you're unlikely to have access to a charging port, making it much easier to just pop in two new batteries when the old ones die.5 . memory size. Preloaded maps take up all 8GB of internal storage. Buy a $6 32GB microSD card and download as many online maps as you want. (There are dozens of YouTube videos on how to do this.) 6. Missing map details. I didn't find any flaws in the cards that came with it. So if these negative reviewers don't make it through the gates of the Arctic (which is unlikely given the nature of their complaints), you're probably protected by any state or local avenue. 7. Geolocation inaccuracy. I have found that the registered location is regularly 20 to 40 feet from my actual location. While that may sound bad, my phone usually shuts off at 50-100 feet. But the point isn't exact, it's about helping you get your bearings so you can find your way to the next waypoint, back to your camp, etc. A few meters doesn't matter.8. Non-routable maps. It has it, it just works differently than your phone's Maps app. You enter an address and you will be directed there. I don't understand why people say it won't happen.9. Confusing features and user interface. That confuses me. There are many articles and videos on the internet on how to use all the features. But I usually do one of two things: 1) In preparation for a trip, I download routes from AllTrails Pro to Basecamp, which exports them to the eTrex. Then I follow the trail on the device. 2) For an unprepared ride, I turn on the eTrex, it records my route, I save it to the device, and when I get home I connect it to my computer to upload to Basecamp. Ready. Bottom line, it's a handy little device if you spend a lot of time outdoors, are willing to take the (minimum) time to figure out how to use it, and realize this GPS navigator can be had for under $200 dollars will last you for a decade. This is not meant to be: Replace your $800 cell phone that will be obsolete in six months.