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I like the GPS very much. I have a couple other Garmin handhelds but this has a much better screen.

The Monterra is quality. Spent extra for topo maps of Alaska. Don't bother! Not enough detail for hunting SE Alaska.

the best !!!

This is without a doubt the best full featured GPS unit that I've ever bought. Android OS makes updating the unit a breeze. I love the dual battery feature. One tip of advise.... Immediately update the unit with all revisions prior to installing purchased maps. The map site is slow to download your purchases as well. My unit failed to fully update a couple of times when tethered to my computer by USB.... However when I untethered and updated it wirelessly directly from the Internet (thru the android OS updates on the unit) - BOOM it worked immediately! This could've been a source of frustration for a non-techie....The construction of the unit and its functionality is excellent. It picks up dozens of satellites instantly, even inside a cabin or in foul weather! This alone was night and day over my old Magellan unit!

Yes, the battery life may be a problem if you leave it on all the time, but then so is a phone!As far as the features go, many of the places I go have no cell coverage, so a smart phone is definitely not an option. This is THE unit! This was my very first GPS to own and only the second one I have ever used more than briefly. This probably will be the only one I own for years, unless I buy a small backpacking one for extended trips. Even then, just carry a light weight solar panel strapped to the top of the pack to charge the unit, and it should be fine!As far as the display goes, it is more readable in direct sunlight without the back light that it is indoors with the back light! Absolutely brilliant display, and having no back light definitely saves battery.I would highly recommend this if you prefer a touch screen style device that is similar to a smart phone but works when a cell phone has no coverage as well!

I used to own a GPS Map 62st, but it was a nightmare to write something with it, since all the typing was done thru cursors.But the touchscreen feauture and the screen size of the Monterra, makes it more user-friendly.Also with the GLONASS, position locking has been improved A LOT, takes less than half the time it took my old GPSMAP 62st.Summing it up, its a excellent device.

I use the Monterra for forestry field work and am very pleased with how it works. I use four apps - map screen, compass screen, mark waypoint screen, and an Android app that I've created to collect tree data. The last item was created using "Droid DB" - a third party software program that can quickly build forms for data collection.My work flow is this - create a project map in GIS and download a KML to the Monterra; create cruise points in GIS and download waypoints to the Monterra; navigate to waypoints; take a waypoint to verify my location; and then measure trees with 20 BAF prism (VBAR method). I did a job last week where I collected 14 cruise points in less than an hour.What makes the Monterra superior to higher priced data collectors, (Flint, Forge, and others), is that it has a magnetic compass built in while the others do not. That means I can be standing still and see what direction to start walking in. And if I lose satellite fix momentarily, I can still navigate. The other data collectors only give direction when you're in motion. And if you get bogged down in dense brush, the navigation features stop working. That's been a real problem in our big cruises.The two things that Monterra needs to improve is battery consumption and the inability to update the Android version. If those weren't issues, I would have gone with 5 stars.

Very helpful device. I like the ideal of a multi purpose device. I can use it to geocaching and for driving. Or when I just want to go for a walk it plays my music. I just moved to a new area and now I now longer have to ask for directions.

Monterra is much better than the Montana. Still clunky but so much better. The touch screen works like a typical Android device rather than like operating a 1950 John Deere B as with the Montana.

UPDATE #2:I ordered this SanDisk 32GB MicroSDHC Card to replace the Class 10 cards I was having issues with. I've been using this new card for a couple of days now, and I have experienced zero issues. I am extremely pleased to have the initial problems worked out and look forward to taking this out to get some real in-the-field experience.So far, my take is:PROS:The BirdsEye maps look much better on the Monterra than on my 62sc, and the extra screen real estate makes a huge difference when you're zoomed in for detail.The Monterra definitely obtains a satellite signal faster than my 62sc or Nuvi, and seems to maintain the signal when my others would have lost it. I was even able to get a solid signal inside my office, which I wasn't able to do with my 62sc.If you plan to use this device for geocaching, nothing else compares, in my opinion. You can download a GPX file with all of the caches and waypoints you like, and the GPS will automatically place them on the map, and it's easy to choose nearby caches and navigate to them. I haven't added the street navigation maps, but it seems that you can use the Monterra to navigate like the Nuvi, then once you park, you can switch to direct routing and go straight to the cache. This is exactly what I was hoping it would do.The touchscreen is fantastic. You can input any text using an onscreen keyboard, and because it's an Android device, you can download your favorite keyboard app, like SwiftKey.Being able to use a lithium ion battery pack or any 3 AA batteries is a real plus. How many times have you forgotten a charger for your device? If you find yourself without a charger or not able to access a power outlet, you can simply pop in some AA batteries, which can be found just about everywhere!CONS:So far, other than my initial microSD card issues, my only complaint is the battery life.UPDATE #1:I was very anxious to get this GPSr working, so I spent some time working with it yesterday to try to figure out what could be causing my issues. The first time I turned the Monterra on, it seemed to be getting stuck while loading the Garmin Services app. After two unsuccessful attempts to turn off the unit, I simply removed the battery. I decided to start from square one, and removed the microSD card. This time, the Monterra came on and the Garmin Services loaded with no problem. This was the 32gb card that I had been using just one day before. I realized that both the 64gb and 32gb cards were Class 10 cards, so I pulled out an old 8gb Class 4 memory card and, lo and behold, it worked!When I plugged the Monterra into my computer and launched BaseCamp, I immediately noticed something different: the memory card showed up underneath the internal storage of the Monterra, whereas the SanDisk Ultra 32 GB microSDHC Class 10 UHS-1 Memory Card 30MB/s card showed as a separate storage device, such as when I plug a USB drive into the laptop. So, that seems to be an easy way to determine if you will have memory card issues.Today I am planning to order a larger Class 4 memory card. I will update the review again once I have determined whether it's the size or the speed of the card that is the key factor.ORIGINAL REVIEW:I'm going to update this review as the process unwinds, but so far I haven't been blown away by the Monterra. From the beginning, I had problems with the microSD card. The description says you can add up to 64gb of additional storage, but I never got my 64gb card to work. I formatted it a few times on my PC, and was still prompted by the Monterra to format the card. I always accepted the prompt to format the card, yet the card would never format. I finally gave up and loaded a 32gb card I had in my 62sc.I have taken it out 3 times, and it failed twice. The first time it failed, it completely turned itself off. After I started it back up, the Map application wouldn't load at all. It got caught in a loop of some sort, and I had to remove the battery to get the system to turn off. When I restarted the system it said the microSD card was corrupt and couldn't be mounted. After I got home and plugged it in to my computer, it came up as normal, and recognized the microSD card, plus the data, without issue. I took it out after that, and the device worked fine. The next morning, I took my dog for a walk, and this time I couldn't even get to the map. I kept receiving an error about the Garmin Services. So, rather than ruin my morning walk, I simply turned it off and placed it in my backpack.There are many things to like about this device, and when functioning properly, it removes the need to switch between multiple devices while out and about. I'm hopeful that I can receive some useful support from Garmin with this product, but I'm not too hopeful that my problems will be solved before my return period has passed.

I pre-ordered the Garmin Monterra last September and was waiting anxiously for its arrival. In most ways it did not disappoint. In some ways not so impressive.The Monterra is a bit larger than the Montana but really doesn't feel significantly larger in the hand. I'm looking forward to seeing what the Android community can do to add features to this gps. The Android platform makes it much more adaptable; however, I'm a bit concerned that battery life suffers as a result. It's actually funny that the picture shown for the device shows the battery almost empty because that's where I seem to see it most of the time. But the added features more than makes up for it.I'm hoping that down the road there will be widgets that make the GPS's main screen a little more trail friendly. I've had the Montana and the Oregon as well and I really like the large buttons that are easy to read and push. With the Monterra the icons are very small--much like those on a smartphone. The downside with the Monterra; however, is that the resolution is much lower than a typical smartphone so the icons are a bit hard to read.My biggest gripe is that I'm currently having issues with the compass. I'm concerned Garmin has been working so hard to integrate with the Android environment that basic GPS functions have taken a bit of a backseat. I'm confident though that the compass issue will be worked out in a future firmware rev. Currently the compass loses calibration and must be re-calibrated often. Re-calibration is very finicky.The screen draws are significantly better than the Montana.I've carried my Montana on my motorcycle and my 4 wheeler. It has never disappointed. I'm hoping the Monterra will as well. Nice thing is that it uses the same mount as the Montana so I don't have to purchase that over again.Touch screen is very responsive.A couple great features are the FM radio and weather radio--though it's a bit of a pain to have to plug in headphones to get a signal. It is required to play the radio. Interesting though that the Monterra has a speaker so you can play the radio via the speaker--but you still have to have headphones plugged in to get the reception--probably relies upon the headphone cord as an antenna.All in all I think Garmin is making great strides by incorporating Android because it will allow the device to evolve without having to purchase a new unit. Though I think they will have to go through a bit of growing pains before its perfected.**Update**I've been working for 2-3 weeks now to figure out how to get the supposed feature of 3d Mapmerge to work properly. Before the product was released the Garmin website showed three screens, one was Birdseye, one was Topo 24k, and the third was a merged view of both. I have these and City Navigator NT 2014 installed. I can get the device to show shadowed and 3d looking terrain, but I cannot get it to turn off the Topo lines. On the sales page it showed a 3d looking Birdseye without the Topo lines covering it up. None of the Garmin reps have been able to figure out how to make it work. This was my most recent response from Garmin: "I have been working with the Birdseye and Topo maps on a Monterra and the only way to get that same type of view, in the 3d mode showing the Birdseye but not the Topo lines, is to be zoomed out on the map on a scale of 5 miles" Needless to say this is not the answer I was looking for. Zooming out to 5 miles is not very helpful. Very frustrated. Also still having compass issues where the device has trouble knowing what direction it is facing. Compass also has to be re-calibrated often. I'm very hesitant to take this out where I would need to depend on it. I really like the idea of moving to a familiar operating system but the device still needs some work. Not fun being a full price paying beta tester, but still hopeful that future updates will solve these issues.

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I bought this because of the android system and the bluetooth capability. I was going to use it for the field along with a Kestrel 4500NVB unit. I could not get it to work with the bluetooth so I had to return it after the time of setting it up. It is anice unit and works great but for the bluetooth issue I returned it.

Review was just downgraded from four stars to 2 stars. Please read below for the reasons.Here's are the facts1- I'm prior military and have done countless navigation.2 - I'm an avid hiker /camper and rely on GPS heavily3- I've owned the garmin 60 csx, garmin 60 St prior to this device.Here's the pros1- best user interface ever! They finally got it right moving to an Android operating system.2- map scaling is extremely fast with almost no lag moving the map in different directions. This is not your grandpa's garmin 62ST folks.3- map detail is amazing.Cons1- compass is way off. It never calibrates correctly. My first was off by 25 degrees. My second out of the box was off by 20 degrees. Garmin knows about the issue and is trying to fix it as of 12-20-13.2- map pointer is way off. You won't be able to fix this one folks. It's on Garmins end. You'll be pointing in one direction but on the map it will show an entirely different direction. Garmin knows about it and are trying to fix it as of the same date.3. Android version 4.0.1? Yep. Folks garmin went with what appears to be a 5 year old operating system. We're in Android version 4.4.1 Kit Kat! What was the reason for such an old operating system? It also appears to have a slow processor. Not too noticeable but it's noticeable and for the price tag, I was expecting a little more. In fact ditch the UV gimmick on the device and upgrade the processor. That's probably the biggest joke of the device.Recently added to my review:4. I recently returned this item back to REI on 12/20/2013. I was on my second Garmin Monterra when I came to the conclusion that the problems I've seen and others on: [...] , many others are experiencing the same problems of the compass drifting 15 degrees after the most recent Garmin Monterra update released 12/19/2013(run on sentence, sorry). What you'll experience if you dare buy this right now, is the device compass will start at the correct calibration or close to it, then start drifting immediately 10-15 degrees. Meaning the compass pointer will start going East(at least for me). This is a huge defect. I tried a factory reset and installed the latest update with no success. It almost seems like the internal compass is drawn to some electric current or metal on the right side of the device, because it constantly drifts east.5. Again. The map is way off. I used this recently for land navigation and I couldn't figure out why I was having such a hard time finding my bearing on the map. I'd be pointing towards a ridge line but my map pointer would be pointing towards the valley! Seriously, dangerous to rely on this for navigation for hiking. Have a backup for sure.Be advised, that I check the forums regularly and I will change my review or delete it once I know Garmin has fixed the above issues. I have returned the device but will gladly buy another once I have confirmation this has been fixed.The cons are not something you can ignore. These are signs that garmin released this device far too early. I regret buying the device so soon. I sold my garmin 60 St which was dead accurate for navigation. Now I'm paying for it. I'll give garmin credit for taking a huge leap of faith in Android but take my advice, just wait until other reviews can confirm the bugs are out.UPDATED 02-21-14----I saw the user below, "Ken" that wrote: "It appears to work fine, January 26, 2014"I've emailed this user and asked that he contribute to the forum discussion stated in the initial link. This user has failed to respond and failed to post his model number or release date of the device. This suggest either Garmin fixed the problem and we're left not knowing if there were defective devices or if it was a software update. The users on this forum have stated the latest updates have NOT fixed the problem. We need to collaborate in one forum to properly diagnose this and if it's fixed, which models should we purchase. I'll update this Amazon review once I have learned more. I look forward to repurchasing this product when I know for sure it's bug free.UPDATED 03/08/2014-------The most recent update released by Garmin appears to have corrected all problems listed in my initial review. I have not tested the new update myself because I returned the unit but I can only assume after two or three recent reviews on the above forum that the problems outlined have been fixed. My added one star for a total of three stars for the following reasons.1) Device is very bulky.2) Processor is too slow.(did Garmin do this to conserve battery life from a faster processor?)3) No D-link lanyard? I haven't seen any. This should be an easy fix so I won't complain too much about this but while trekking, it would be nice.I still like the device and will buy another one now that it's been fixed, but again..I haven't seen the fixes for myself, only from the forum responses to the latest update.

4/17/16 Update: after another couple of months with the Monterra, I'm even less impressed. The battery life is now about 2 - 3 hours (and the unit is about 9 months old), and it locks up often. In addition, when I'm traveling, I'll take my Macbook Air with me, and I've found that if I do a Pocket Query on Geocaching.com with my Macbook and download the .gpx files to my Monterra, the unit won't recognize the files. I don't know if it's a Apple - Android thing, but there shouldn't be a "thing" at all. This is my third Garmin unit used for hiking and geocaching (the other two were the 60CSx and the Montana), and the Monterra is by far the worst of the three. I'll probably try to sell it on eBay or Craig's List and use the money towards another Montana or an Oregon (or a different brand altogether).Not reliable or consistent -- I wish I'd ordered another Montana (which this replaced when I dropped the Montana and the screen broke). It takes too long to get a positional fix, the current geocache no longer shows up on the main screen (and I didn't change any settings). I recently took the Monterra to Hawaii (the "big island") to do some geocaching while on vacation, and my iPhone 6S+ with the geocaching app was a much more reliable unit than this Garmin. The satellite screen would show a position accuracy within 10 feet, but when I went to the geocaching list, an old geocache list from several miles back would appear.

Its a good gps, but, unluckily mine stop working with only two months

Well made device with a very novel operating system but the Garmin software for OSX on the Mac is truly a disaster. I spent over 15 hours trying to get the Birdseye imagery on the device plus 3 more hours on the phone w/ tech support and it will not work.Pros:1) The Android operating system will allow this device to act like a mini smartphone w/o the phone features, of course, by running Android apps.2) The Wifi ability is great enabling device updates over a network.3) The screen is great and there are a lot of accessories for the Montana & Oregon series that will work for this device.Cons:1) While Garmin has OSX versions of MapInstall, MapManager, BaseCamp & Garmin Express available, they do not work properly with this device. And tech support cannot tell you when the software will be fixed to recognize and interact w/ the Monterra properly. BaseCamp sees the device as does MapManager, but the apps will not allow the imagery to be transferred to the device. Express & MapInstall don't even recognize the device. How long until the software will be fixed? Tech support said they were told literally "from one day to over six weeks." Translation: The company has no idea if the software can even be corrected to accommodate the Monterra. Oh, and it's all Apple's fault (one tech actually told me that).2) Using a virtual machine for Windows 7 on the Mac does not solve the imagery transfer problem.I returned the Monterra due to these problems and have been assured by tech support the Montana series will will work properly. So, next step is to order the Montana 650.

I was a bit spooked after reading a number of very negative reviews here and elsewhere on the web. I finally decided to take the plunge and ordered a unit in to give it a real world test. This is about my ninth GPS unit that I have owned over the years and I must admit that geocaching will be its primary use. The unit is built like a tank and might be a bit bulky for those with smaller hands, but I personally prefer the larger profile to my older Oregon 450 which seemed just a little too small. The really big issue is the readability in full sun, and this is where the Monterra really shines (pun intended). I can honestly say that I have never seen a more brilliant transflective display in any device! We have a lot of sunchine in Nevada and the Oregon just didn't meet up to the challenge. This display is bright in the sunshine and doesn't skip a beat as you walk into a darker environment. The GPS accuracy and speed are very acceptable as well as the compass functions. Yes, the whole integration of the Android system into a GPS may be a bit more than one really needs, but it does add some nice features in the event you leave your phone/tablet at home. I am a bit mystified by the complaints of battery life. I have left the unit on (in standby) with intermittent use throughout the day, and still had 40% power remaining after 12 hours. As with any wifi, bluetooth, email, etc., etc. etc. device, you can burn the battery down if you work at it. This seems to follow the typical consumption of a typical cell phone. The fact that you can add some AA cells to keep things going is a real plus. It's a keeper!UPDATE: July 2015 I must report that I now have a semi-bricked unit due to the failed wifi module. I had not used it for several months and the battery was depleted when I recently wanted to use it for some geocaching. I charged it up and it now refuses to connect to my wifi. I contacted Garmin and they suggest that I send it back for repair as it appears to be hardware failure. Since my 1 year warranty ran out a couple of months ago, it will cost me an additional $200 to get it going again. Wow, that now makes this GPS an $850 investment. In my opinion, it's not worth it and it will go into the "bricked" hardware pile. No impressed!

If you like the specs on this device and really want to purchase it, wait 6 months for Garmin to fix the bugs. Garmin rushed the Montera and expects the users to be their beta testers and find the bugs in the system. This is a great concept but the execution is not to par to what Garmin is used to deliver. I'm a seasoned geocacher and still own my eTrex HCX, 62s, Montana 650. At the time I returned the Monterra the issues/cons outweighed the pros.Pros:1. WIFI2. Bluetooth3. Near Field Communication (NFC)4. 8MP camera with flash, much better than the Montana.5. Lots of internal memory plus ability to add more via a uSD card.6. Map view in 3D is awesome!7. Zooming in and out is quick and responsive.Cons:1. Screen resolution (dpi) is low making text hard to read even when text size is set to Huge. Color didn't show as well too.2. The GOA or Garmin Outdoor App force closes constantly.3. Most of the time the touch screen is not as responsive as the Garmin Montana 650. The rest is too sensitive.4. Compass not good.5. The battery cover on my device didn't aligned with the rest of the unit. It gave the impression it was not sealing properly and may allow water into the unit. I didn't tested.6. The UV sensor is a joke. Garmin should have saved the money and added more system ram or faster processor to the unit.List of issues I found: 1. No labels for waypoints in map 2. No waypont search by type. Red flag, blue flag, green flag etc. 3. Recalculation from geocache profile to automotive profile does not recalculate for road stays direct line. Type of routing changes when profile is changed but it stays as the previous. You have to select it for it to change. 4. Vehicle doesn't change after changing profiles. It does change after rotating gps. 5. No custom waypoint symbols 6. With WAAS / EGNOS "ON" Satellite bars do not show the correction "D". 7. Allow for a different geocaches filter for example: Not found 8. Icon for found caches remains the same green box not an open box. 9. Widget shows the closest cache but as you move away from it and closer to another it doesn't switch to the new closest. 10. When you press on the geocache widget while in geocaching profile and navigating to a geocache, the widget should open to the details of the geocache you are navigating to not the geocache list. 11. The geocache list does not change based on the display font size. i.e. Large and Huge font sizes. 12. When going to a waypoint the compass does not update the distance as you move.

Is not sufficiently developed. Is constantly blocking

Hello Everyone...I mostly use my GPS devices for road/water navigation...I'd rather use a dedicated device for navigating rather than a smart phone when convenient...I do use the Garmin Glo also...Very good product!Unfortunately, this ones going back to Garmin. I am pretty shocked and appalled by the performance of this device.The software updates; none since Dec 2014 for the Outdoor software and August 11, 2014 firmware...that's just too long for a product costing over $600 for such obvious issues. There was a GPS firmware update in June 2015...That seems fine.I have tried every setting/scenario/situation...online docs(the manual is great-not!, tried anyway), reviews, others' experiences...reset after reset...chance after another chance to get this device to work for my purposes.I tried contacting garmin product support, especially for the compass app, they claim all was fixed in the latest update...tried it after another reset...still obvious pointing errors during "direct" routing...big deal for me.At the end of the day and another chance/reset/thinking of reasons for keeping this device....I finally determined that I don't trust this device for what I need it for and I am extremely dismayed about this.If that isn't enough, discovered a hairline crack in the Montana this week!! Hoped the Monterra would replace my Montana.Anyway, here's what I've found:Firmware Version: 3.50GPS Version: 2.90Garmin Outdoor App: 1.26(This itself was confusing...)**Before updateFirst..out of the box, the "Garmin Outdoor Software" crashed on my initial test on my local interstate:-(.When creating my own profile...well things just didn't work...reset..left alone and device faired somewhat ok.Updated to the latest software and that was fine...BUT....#1. The Compass app is still broken. I like doing "direct" routing. The Compass app does NOT correctly point to the waypoint selected...until you completely stop moving...then it points to the right heading then. When you begin moving again, the compass needle does this "twirly"(I wish I were making this up.) action then begins drifting off until you stop again.#2. Map. Jittery movements while navigating and even sitting still sometimes. The thing just sometimes moves on it own for no reason. Side by side with the Montana, the Montana's map does not make shaky, jittery movements....it's like there is some type of constant interference with the device...turn it off and back on again, it stabilizes...or just reset...There are missing features on the map/bugs. Turn off the zoom buttons and the map, at 500 mile zoom level, put me off the mouth of the MS River in the Gulf of Mexico? What?? No further comment on that...Not kidding. Turning the zoom buttons on again, it placed me on land:-) :-| :-(There is glare with the device unlike the Montana...not very easy on the eyes at night..just not the same experience as the Montana.No proximity alarm circles drawn..That's me probably... I really like this feature. I know it's small, but it is still a feature lost for $600.00.Not sure about marine colors...again that's me but the Montana does this....Choices, I have on how I can make my maps look.The Monterra seems to strip you of those choices on what you can do. MapMerge ok, but...just simple things the Montana did made the product better for me.Aside from that, the map graphics seem up to date, clean...pretty good.These items, for me, are the most important...Compass and Maps...if these don't work well...and with such obvious issues..it's not a sell for me.General Bugs:The NOAA/FM radio is cool, but you need something sticking in the headphone jack to get a signal, there is also a message saying the such.Remember that personal profile I made, the radio(both) quit working. Performed a, guess, reset and they both started working again.Overall, I had a good experience with the radios... I've heard others have had major trouble with them.Graphics: Sat Page...Using a certain lat/lon format, the coordinates display would "word-wrap"...hmmm.Battery Life: Are you kidding...I had to charge the battery every day, even with no BT or Wifi usage....The Montana will last some days(in my case) without charging the battery...yes, there is a lot more under the hood with the Monterra, but...If I went fishing, I don't think it would last the day..Signal/Acquisition: Great!Android Version: 4.00? Isn't that old, like 2 years? Why not the latest Android operating system...maybe that'll solve some battery issues...Again, not an expert in the least bit on Android.Conclusion:I also have to admit, I am NOT an Android fan but I was willing to give Android a try with this GPS.On one hand, I think the Monterra is more stable than the Montana. I have not seen a full shutdown as seen many times with the Montana.But, it seems to me that the device is "weighed" down by all the other things that come with Android...But, I am very disappointed twice over now(Montana and Monterra) that a company as trusted as Garmin would release something so buggy and deficient as this product is with such obvious errors and little acknowledgement of anything readily being done to bring this device to it's potential.I pray Garmin is doing a better job with it's aviation products. This is not acceptable.This device could be a very viable product...but it is NOT ready. Hopefully, they'll fix these issue....I am still wanting this thing to work.....Hmmm..RB

Hardware is good but map acquisition is horrible and quality is lacking!

I purchased this GPS recently and ended up returning it within two weeks. One of the major reasons I bought it was because it would hold "millions" of geocaches. After trying to load approximately 40,000 geocaches and consistently some were missing, I decided to call Garmin. They confirmed for me that the Monterra only holds 12,000 geocaches and that their website was wrong! So, beware, this is not the GPS to buy if you want to load more than 12,000 geocaches.

DO NOT BUY THIS GPS. I have owned many recreational GPS systems over the years and this is the worst product Garmin has ever made. The software is very buggy and crashes on a regular basis (even with all updates). The screen is terrible and the interface is complicated and does not always work correctly. The battery life is about 6 hours which is 1/3 of the website stated time. The screen is dull, low resolution and impossible to see in the sun with brightness all the way up. Garmin website says this is a better screen then the Oregon but it is much worse. Please do not buy this GPS. I promise that you will be totally disappointed.

This is the worst device you can buy if using an apple to interface with it. Garmin technical support is clueless as well. They have no idea how to get it to connect with your MacBook or iMac. After numerous e-mails and calls to Garmin, they finally admit that it does not connect through Garmin Express. I would give it minus stars if possible. Whoever designed this unit should be fired. Garmin would not refund money for all the maps that I bought. Stay clear from this device and use the free app Google Maps. What a waste of money!!!!