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Customer Reviews for Garmin Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Garmin Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Thanks to Garmin Guidance 3.0, free lifetime traffic and map updates, advanced lane guidance and much more, the Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS provides a comprehensive navigation capabilities available. And at just 9mm, it's this portable GPS navigation system is compact and can be easily mounted. With its innovative speech recognition, you can control nuvi 3490LMT with your voice, allowing you to keep both hands on the wheel. Simply wake up nuvi with a customizable voice command and begin speaking menu options that are clearly displayed on the screen. You can also control the nuvi using its 4.3" glass touchscreen. The Garmin Guidance 3.0 guides to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names. The Garmin touchscreen GPS comes preloaded with maps that feature 3D landmarks and terrain for North America. It also comes preloaded with more than 8 million points of interest (POIs) and offers the ability to add your own.
Average Customer Rating:
4.4
out of 5
(36 Reviews) 25
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Customer Recommendation92%33 out of 36reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
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Customer Reviews
Review 1 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Best GPS Device on the market
,06/13/2013
By Pgh2Shopper ,
Monroeville, PA
5
out of
5
I bought this one to give to my sister after buying one for myself in Jan 13.
Pros:
Free, lifetime map updates.
When you deviate from the route, rather than that annoying "recalculating", the voice just gives directions from the deviation.
Announces turns in plenty of time to execute the turn without having to make a sudden drastic maneuver.
Real time traffic updates are awesome (this is the only unit that doesn't include advertising). Recently a tunnel was closed in Pittsburgh just over the weekend, starting at 10pm on a Friday. I came through town at 10:50 pm, planning to just follow detour signs, but the Garmin told me there was a detour ahead and took me a different, much better way!
Paired my blackberry with it via bluetooth and can now use my phone handsfree!
When on a highway, shows a photo of the exit sign alongside the map view. Very helpful for ensuring that the exit is correct.
Cons
When entering an address, it predicts the town/state based on the street address, but for me it's often wrong. It's hard to get it to stop doing that. I'd rather just enter the whole address. (Need to read the manual to see if I can disable.)
Takes a long time (several hours) to update maps.
Pros:
Free, lifetime map updates.
When you deviate from the route, rather than that annoying "recalculating", the voice just gives directions from the deviation.
Announces turns in plenty of time to execute the turn without having to make a sudden drastic maneuver.
Real time traffic updates are awesome (this is the only unit that doesn't include advertising). Recently a tunnel was closed in Pittsburgh just over the weekend, starting at 10pm on a Friday. I came through town at 10:50 pm, planning to just follow detour signs, but the Garmin told me there was a detour ahead and took me a different, much better way!
Paired my blackberry with it via bluetooth and can now use my phone handsfree!
When on a highway, shows a photo of the exit sign alongside the map view. Very helpful for ensuring that the exit is correct.
Cons
When entering an address, it predicts the town/state based on the street address, but for me it's often wrong. It's hard to get it to stop doing that. I'd rather just enter the whole address. (Need to read the manual to see if I can disable.)
Takes a long time (several hours) to update maps.
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Female
Ownership:5 - 6 months
Usage:Every few days
+1point
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Review 2 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
06/13/2013
By zimmej ,
Milford,DE
5
out of
5
Getting it set up right needed updated works great voice command works great great for the price
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
0points
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Review 3 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Great product
,04/06/2013
By herking ,
Ft. Polk, LA
5
out of
5
I love my new Garmin my girlfriend brought me. The slim, sleek design is stylish and convenient. The screen is a nice size to view while driving. The whole functionality of this device is just awesome.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
+2points
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Review 4 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Bluetooth ruined my iphone
,03/30/2013
By FoolsRushIn ,
Rockton, IL
1
out of
5
I was so excited to get this so I could use the Bluetooth option! First thing I did was paired it to my iphone! It blew my iphone speakers out so I couldn't use anything on my phone that used the speakers! If you have an iPhone I would not purchase this Garmin! Cost me $250 to replace my iphone from The apple store. I'm sure Garmin won't do anything about it but I'm going to try! Took it back to walmart the next day!
Recommends this product? No
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Female
Ownership:1 week or less
-3points
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Review 5 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
03/24/2013
By AA007 ,
Champaign, IL
1
out of
5
When I try to enter my house on the GPS, it can't find my house.
One time the exit to the highway was on the right, as was also clearly indicated on the the GPS screen. However, as I approached the exit (off-ramp), the voice kept telling me that the exit was on the left.
And almost all the time say the wrong side to arrive on the right side - for destination on left side.
Did you know Walmart.com return policy on GPS is only 15 days?
DON'T BUY IT you are not going to like it.
One time the exit to the highway was on the right, as was also clearly indicated on the the GPS screen. However, as I approached the exit (off-ramp), the voice kept telling me that the exit was on the left.
And almost all the time say the wrong side to arrive on the right side - for destination on left side.
Did you know Walmart.com return policy on GPS is only 15 days?
DON'T BUY IT you are not going to like it.
Product Attributes:
Value
1
out of
5
Meets Expectations
1
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
-2points
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Review 6 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Awesome GPS Unit
,03/21/2013
By RockNRobSLC ,
Salt Lake City, UT
5
out of
5
Love the size, the lane assist, the portrait view for walking. It's awesome!!
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
+1point
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Review 7 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Buying a second one for a gift!
,03/20/2013
By Nashvilleman ,
Nashville
5
out of
5
I've had mine for over a year and I love it! Never had any problems. Don't use it everyday but when I do it's great! Just loaded the latest updates today. Very easy. Sometimes I have to repeat the address 3 times to get it right but that's not a problem for me, better than typing it in. Also, I love knowing what restaurants are coming up. Tomorrow I'll get my brother the same model for his birthday.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:Longer than one year
Usage:A few times per month
0points
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Review 8 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
overall satisfied
,02/18/2013
By an anonymous customer ,
Panhandle FL
4
out of
5
I purchased this GPS in support of a vacation trip to ireland based on recommendation from CR. There were a few glitches on the way to getting it to work correctly. First, the registration and set up of the unit failed the first couple of times I tried but I eventually got it to work. Second, I had one initial experience in Ireland during which the unit was unable to calculate a route correctly, but after a full power down reset it seemed to correct itself and performed flawlessly after that. The voice feature is nice and allows substantial hand free operations; for instance I was able to locate and drive to a filling station in Dublin using only voice commands. An absolute must to successfully navigate to car drop off in Dublin. Overall very happy.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per year
+3points
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Review 9 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Appears to be discontinued for 2013 do not wait
,02/17/2013
By productuserwalmart
3
out of
5
I am still learning how this unit works and how to use all of it's numerious features. Walmarts price is one of the lowest I could find for a new in the box unit and I have been pleased buying from them on line before. I could not find this unit listed in the 2013 line of Garmin models. This may be a close out price and was excellent compared to the original MSRP. A few local stores are selling it at a discount price of $349.00, $100 more than I payed. Several other local stores did carry it but are not getting new inventory for it. I upgraded from my older TOMTOM for the digital traffic. The digital HD signal is strong on the I-5 corridor as shown on the coverage map shown on the Garmin site and updates quickly as advertised by Garmin. I am disappointed that Garmin did not use a visual map of traffic similar to WSDOT. You have to be analytical with the information you hunt for on various traffic menu option ICONS. The voice recognition for the Bluetooth is lacking at best. I had to scramble quickly several times to stop it from dailing out to an incorrectly identified voice request. I feel this is a very good unit for the discounted price. I would not buy one for MSRP. If you want one with these features at this price you may need to buy it soon or end up paying for the much more expensive 5" models with the same features.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
+3points
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Review 10 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Awesome GPS w/maps & traffic
,01/21/2013
By Pgh1Shopper ,
Pittsburgh, PA
5
out of
5
Best of its class. This extremely thin GPS has everything I need. Lifetime maps free updates for me forever and traffic without commercials. It recently came down in price by nearly $100. Also has bluetooth to sync with phone for handsfree speaker phone operation and will read audio books which is awesome for long trips. Replaced a nuvi that was five years old with this model. I didn't have lifetime maps on the old nuvi, so there were times when I couldn't locate the address I needed due to the address being too new. Also annoying on the old nuvi was when stopping for gas en-route, the nuvi would constantly say "recalculating." This one doesn't do that.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
+1point
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Review 11 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Great technology and works well
,01/17/2013
By 2hammer ,
West Covina, CA
5
out of
5
I only have a week of experience with the Nuvi 3490LMT but so far I am very satisfied with all of the functionality. The real time traffic, at least here in Los Angeles, work well. The unit is intuitive to use if you have had previous Garmin Nuvi products. Blue tooth operation and sound quality although not excellent is reasonably good and certainly acceptable. I have been told that it does pick up some road noise. Voice commands work as expected. The only issue I have is the quality of the case which feels cheap. The plastic trim is loose and feels very fragile as compared to my previous Garmin Nuvi product..
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every few days
-1point
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Review 12 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
01/17/2013
By nhb8150
4
out of
5
The navigation is very good in terms of both routes and turn-by-turn directions. Menu navigation is easy and intuitive. My only complaint would be that the screen is a bit smaller than I'm used to and can get a bit crowded when both the map and highway exit "images" are displayed at the same time. Occasionally I've had to lean in towards the device to get a decent look at the map (both with and without the additional images).
Finally, because of the screen type, it can be difficult to see while wearing polarized sunglasses (at certain angles, the screen blacks out, at others it gets dimmer). This wasn't an issue with the older style Garmin screens.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
-1point
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Review 13 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Garmin Nuvi 3490LMT.
,01/17/2013
By Iam001 ,
Los Angeles, CA
4
out of
5
I have used Garmin product for many years so this was to replace my 265WT, which is very good but I gave it away to my niece. The 3490LMT is better, faster and better resolution with glass screen. Boot up and acquiring signal is fast, calculating route is fast and no more voice say calculating route, traffic works fine.
I live in Southern California where traffic GPS is very helpful. I had no issues in registering, updating maps and all those sort of things, everything working good. The missing SW part in this model that No Screen Lock to secure your GPS as it used to be in prior models, which means anybody steal it and its their's. There is only one available voice for speaking street names, I tried download more but Garmin don't have good options for now. I would recommend it anyone looking for high end GPS, since Garmin web site showing newer models and they probably trying to clean out this model. Good Luck.
I live in Southern California where traffic GPS is very helpful. I had no issues in registering, updating maps and all those sort of things, everything working good. The missing SW part in this model that No Screen Lock to secure your GPS as it used to be in prior models, which means anybody steal it and its their's. There is only one available voice for speaking street names, I tried download more but Garmin don't have good options for now. I would recommend it anyone looking for high end GPS, since Garmin web site showing newer models and they probably trying to clean out this model. Good Luck.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every day
0points
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Review 14 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Garmin different from old Tomtom
,01/04/2013
By DrBill85 ,
freehold,nj
4
out of
5
My new gps was to replace my vintage Tomtom. Many cool features and easy update to maps. However difficult to change some parts of the trip program without fooling the computer by adding an intermediate stop to the trip. The touchscreen is sometimes too sensitive especially when typing in destinations unless the road is very smooth. Can't use a stylus since the screen must use heat sensitivity. Traffic sensitivity was spotty going up to New England. Lack of an included manual is a bother for those who need to refer to it while traveling. You can print one from the website. The office size page is cumbersome. Entering favorite locations is involved. All in all, I'll probably like it more with frequent use. Satellite location is quick and its ready to use very soon. Its nice to be able to scan the whole route quickly.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:A few times per month
-1point
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Review 15 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Works well -When it works
,01/04/2013
By MJHAZ ,
Arizona
3
out of
5
I have had this Garmin since Dec. 24, 2012. It is a great improvement in voice activated navigation - when it works. Issues so far ( freeze problems; directing me to take Off Ramp then go right back on ON Ramp; inoperative on/off function), required Garmin (I had to contact them already) to suggest a 'Master Reset' be done then a software update ( after 3 weeks?) So far it's too soon to say if the 'fix' has worked long term - 2 days - so far so good. This version has a lot of things to recommend it - if they can keep it working to specs. It's light, thin, great graphics, clear voice and easy voice recognition, very good traffic reports/ road closures, great customer service. This is my third Garmin. I upgrade for new technology. If the Master Reset woks long term I would rate this Garmin five star. Now how about a wireless model Garmin?
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
3
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
0points
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Review 16 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Very happy with the Garmin 3490LMT
,12/30/2012
By BJinPlanoTx ,
Plano, Texas
5
out of
5
I'm very happy with my Garmin 3490LMT. It has most of the features I wanted, it is easy to use, connects quickly to the satellite, and the routes tend to coincide with the ones I would chose.
In retrospect, I might have considered the 3590LMT, which has a 5" screen, but I have no problems with viewing on the screen and there is an on screen button to increase the size of the map.
In retrospect, I might have considered the 3590LMT, which has a 5" screen, but I have no problems with viewing on the screen and there is an on screen button to increase the size of the map.
Initially I thought that Garmin sent the wrong DC charger/traffic cable for the car as it had a mini USB connection. I thought it should use the micro USB connection on the bottom of the unit. I learned from Garmin that the mounting bracket is required to be connected on the unit and that's where the mini USB connector is inserted.
With my misunderstanding of how DC charge was connected, I had contacted Walmart Customer Service (via email). They responded quickly and offered to help rectify the problem. I was very impressed with the Walmart Customer Service as they far exceeded my expectations on their responsiveness. I will definitely be looking at Walmart.com for future online purchases.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
0points
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Review 17 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Best Price on an Excellent GPS
,12/27/2012
By MXBM ,
Toledo, OH
5
out of
5
This GPS is highly rated by Consumer Reports. I thought it would be too expensive but I searched and found a great price at Walmart. I received it in 4 days. I had a little difficulty setting it up because all the text menus were in the Finnish language. The manual and online help were not very helpful. I called Garmin tech support and they helped me correct the problem in a few minutes. I highly recommend this GPS from Walmart.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Once per week
-1point
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Review 18 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Great hands-free GPS.
,12/20/2012
By bluecarlover ,
Albany, NY
5
out of
5
The 3490LMT is well equipped with all the gadgets you'll need for navigating. The hands-free voice-command allows you to program your destination without ever having your eyes leave the road. The screen is clear, thin, and easy to carry. The power mount makes it very convenient to assemble and disassemble the GPS when I park my car. I upgraded from a 5 year old Garmin nuvi 650 after much research. I am not disappointed.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
My Product Recommendations
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Review 19 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
Almost like using your on head
,12/19/2012
By Heimish ,
Brooklyn NY
5
out of
5
Nothing is better than using your own head, but if using GPS, this is the one i will suggest!
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
-3points
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Review 20 for Garmin nuvi 3490LMT 4.3" Portable GPS w/ Lifetime Maps and Traffic
great deal vs buying from garmin directly
,12/14/2012
By 1outboard ,
richmond VA
5
out of
5
Saved over $100 purchasing this from walmart.com.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
-1point
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