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🌊 Garmin GPSMAP 86Sci: Floating Handheld GPS with Button Operation, BlueChart G3 Charts, InReach Satellite Comm, Boat Data Streaming Review

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Revainrating 2 out of 5Β Β 
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1.8
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Details

BrandGarmin
Are Batteries IncludedYes
Screen Size3 Inches
Human Interface InputButtons
Display TypeColor TFT
Item Dimensions LxWxH1.7 x 2.8 x 7 inches
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Description of 🌊 Garmin GPSMAP 86Sci: Floating Handheld GPS with Button Operation, BlueChart G3 Charts, InReach Satellite Comm, Boat Data Streaming

Water-resistant, floating design, sunlight-visible 3” display and button operation provide ease of use on the water. Stream boat data from compatible chartplotters and instruments to consolidate your marine system information. Preloaded bluechart G3 coastal charts include the best of Garmin and Navionics data. Stay in touch with in reach satellite communication and two-way text messaging via the 100% Global Iridium satellite network (satellite subscription required). Functions as a remote control for convenient operation of your Garmin autopilot and Fusion Marine products; to activate, download free apps from our Connect IQ store. Adjustable GPS filter smooth speed and heading indications over swells. With a satellite subscription trigger an interactive SOS to the 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center. With a satellite subscription share your location with others using GPS-based location tracking. Optional in reach weather forecast service provides detailed updates directly to your GPSMAP 86i handheld with a satellite subscription.

Reviews

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Revainrating 3 out of 5

The compass is not calibrated

The compass is not calibrated. Every time I go into the field he loses the compass calibration. It is tilted up to 180Β°, causing serious navigation problems. When I tried to calibrate in the field, it failed several times before freezing. I had to wait for the battery to die to restart it.

Pros
  • A lot of positive emotions
Cons
  • There are disadvantages

Revainrating 1 out of 5

NOT NEW,USED/DEMO WITHOUT POWER

BUYER BEWARE OF THIS SELLER! MAP. MISSING SCREEN PROTECTOR SHOWS YOU USED THEM THEN WASHED THEM AND SOLD AS NEW WITHOUT REPLACING THE CARDS. WAS INSTALLED ON THE MAP OF FLORIDA. THIS SELLER IS NOT RELIABLE

Pros
  • Dope πŸ”₯
Cons
  • Minor issues

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Bluetooth does not work. I can't connect. Garmin does not support weekends

I have this new unit and was hoping to kayak all day but it took me a while this morning to try to add a contact so I could have messages about my can send progress. Bluetooth will not pair. It was paired successfully but for some reason it doesn't work. I uninstalled and reinstalled the phone app. Turned Bluetooth off and on on both sides. Forgotten devices and trying to pair again. Followed all instructions. Garmin Connect app freezes at 75% due to setup. Incredibly, Garmin doesn't have…

Pros
  • Electronics
Cons
  • Unbelievable price

Revainrating 3 out of 5

*** WARNING does not include warranty for new diagrams OR individual diagrams ***

Unit received as ordered and unit appears to work as advertised. However, I was very disappointed because although this is marketed as a 'nautical device' with preloaded nautical charts, it will NOT work with the Captain's app active to share charts with the app or other chartplotters. It is also not covered by the "New Chart Guarantee" that other chartplotters and preloaded charts receive. My device arrived with maps that were already a year older (2019.0 on the device, 2020.0 currently). I…

Pros
  • Automotive Electronics
Cons
  • Long Delivery Time

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Connection issues and it gives you gauges and "badges "

This Garmin is very disappointing for a flagship handheld marine GPS navigator. It was very difficult to connect to my phone (which was required for a software update) after connecting to the "Garmin Connect" app, readings were being sent to the GPS. The last thing I need on my GPS device is advertising. It also gave me notifications that I had earned "badges" for activities like walking and standing up. This is the penultimate type of information I need in my GPS. When planning a route between

Pros
  • Marine electronics
Cons
  • No automatic