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TomTom GO 630 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator (Factory Refurbished)

$98.32

User Reviews about TomTom GO 630 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator (Factory Refurbished)

I was delighted to get a good deal on a TomTom, even though it was refurbished. It arrived and was easy to get running very quickly. But apparently when you buy a refurbished device you don't get an update to the maps like with brand new devices. That was a disappointment.

Overall, I like the device. I like the ability to customize voices and the voice address input works pretty well. The interface is not quite as intuitive as I would like. I am not asking for sheer simplicity as I am a pretty advanced gadget geek. But some simplicity and logic could be employed in the menu/icon layouts and layers.

It does have some map flaws that I noticed right away when traveling through an adjacent neighborhood near my home. The TomTom's mapping provider made it confusing, even though I generally knew the route.

The volume is also very disappointing. I have to input into my car stereo when on the highway so I can hear the directions clearly.

Aside from the map flaws (which are pretty standard for these devices), volume issue and the lack of one provided update, I am pleased with the purchase. I previously owned oe of the GPS for Dummies devices. TomTom could learn a few things from that device, particularly in terms of searching and points of interest.

Bottom line: DO NOT BUY A REFURBISHED DEVICE if you expect it to contain all the same features and perks of a new-in-box item.
-- TomTom - think twice about buying refurbished

The GPS function is great and as advertised. Easy to program with good graphics and verbal directions are understandable. The bluetooth function is not compatible with all cellphones, have to upgrade my phone before I can test and evaluate the bluetooth function. My phone is less than 2 years old, kind of disappointing...... -- Tom Tom GO 630

I read several reviews on buying refurbished TomTom's. Some said you get a coupon included for a free update and others said that they just called TomTom and they reluctantly allowed them to get the most current map update. I bought a refurbished one as a gift for my sister because I loved my TomTom GPS.

Beware! The refurb unit did not come with a coupon code and when I called TomTom they absolutely would not give me an update. I even talked to the main supervisor and even when I explained that I loved my TomTom and recommended their GPS unit to everyone, he would not budge. I even sent him a webpage from "[...]" which said that every refurbished unit comes with a coupon code for a free update. He said that website is not affiliated with TomTom and they are not responsible for their misinformation. He said he could not make an exception, even as a matter of good customer relations.

Bottom line is that TomTom offers a very good GPS product that I would still recommend to anyone. Just beware of buying a refurb. The unit worked and looked new but if having the most current map update is important, be prepared to spend the $80 or so to get it. Also, hopefully you will not need to count on TomTom to do the right thing if you need customer service. -- Beware of Refurbished-No Current Update

Had tow Tom Toms in the past, this is the best of the bunch. What I like is this model states the name of the road that you are going to turn onto. Also the icons show what lanes you need to be in on a freeway. A lot more user friendly then my prior units. The bad side is battery life is only about one hour when not plugged into external power. Your POI's must be loaded on a Windows PC & not a Macintosh. With a Mac you will get a "ghost" POI for some unexplained reason.

There are many more pro reason to own it than con. In fact I purchased a few as Christmas gifts this year. -- Go 630