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| Brand: Navigon
Category: CE
List Price: $249.00
Buy Refurbished: $84.65
You Save: $164.35 (66%)
New (24) Used (8) Refurbished (11) from $84.65
Rating:  158 reviews
Sales Rank: 2038
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Memorabilia: No
Tracks: Unknown
Native Resolution: 320 x 240
Display Size: 3.5
Includes MP3 Player: 0
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 1 x 4 x 3
nv:Type: Receiver
Touch Screen: Yes
Expansion Slots: SD Card
Battery Type: 1100 mAh lithium ion battery
Battery Life: 3.5 hours
MPN: 10000170
Model: 10000170
UPC: 898110001105
EAN: 0898110001105
ASIN: B000W6EUOE
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: FActory refurbished with a 90 Day Factory warranty, all accessories are included, Sorry but NO APO, FPO shipping
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| Customer Reviews:
 I wanted to like it, but I just can't September 27, 2008
I bought my Navagon 2100 from Radio Shack for $139.00, and at first I thought it was a good deal. Then I started having problems. A few times I got the dreaded "Blue Screen of Death" a classic trademark of anything that Microsoft touches! I was only able to get the BSOD to go away by using the hard reset button. I really hate that fact that the power cord plugs into the bottom of the device, as it makes the unit sit too high on the dashboard, and isn't very good for the power cord, or usb/power connector.
The biggest disappointment, however was the highly touted "Speed Warn" feature. The device can only warn you about exceeding the speed limit if it "KNOWS" the speed limit for the road you are driving on! Sadly where I live in Tempe, AZ it only knew the speed limit on two major freeways, and none of the surface streets. Since I use my cruise control on the freeway anyway, it serves no purpose to warn me of my speed on the freeway, since my cruise control protects me anyway. Where I really need warnings is on the surface streets. The touch screen isn't very good either. I have to push my finger on what I think is the button two or three times to get it to activate. I don't know what is wrong with their touch screen button sensing algorithm, but it made using the device very frustrating. Also if you ever want to use the device for GPS treasure hunting, it has no way of entering a set of GPS treasure coordinates. So all you can do is try to see if the GPS numbers are getting closer or farther away from your treasure map number. I was so disappointed with my Navagon 2100, that I took advantage of Radio Shack's 2-week money-back guarantee, and returned it for a refund.
Really quite horrible September 24, 2008
I've been using navigation systems since I started driving 13 years ago... I've always loved them until I got my hands on this one.
Freezes constantly even after doing the available updates.
I'll be driving along and then realize I was supposed to turn 5 miles back when it had froze up on me.
I'm not sure of the newer bigger models, but I would never suggest this one.
 Great GPS for the Price. You can't go wrong with this one. September 20, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is my first GPS unit so I cannot compare it with other brands like Garmin or Tom Tom. I got the Navigon 2100 for $100 from staples a few months ago and have not been disappointed. I was a bit hesitant after the mixed reviews here on amazon but for $100 I knew that it was not a big risk so I decided to go for it. The things that I like about it are:
1. Its looks. It is a sleek GPS with nice round edges and a compact size.
2. The voice guidance is a pleasant surprise for a unit that costs $100!
3. The reality view is just awesome! It makes sure that you take the right exit when you are on a highway.
4. The mount is pretty good for me although you have to make sure that you're using it correctly or the unit will fall off the windshield.
5. Re-routing is pretty quick!
6. The option to avoid highways came in handy on my way from Richmond/VA to Chicago when I got stuck in a traffic jam. Once I reach an exit, I took it an used that option which took me through some inner city streets. I then turned the "avoid highways" option off and it led me back to the highway after skipping the traffic jam. This was especially useful since I don't have traffic assistance.
Now for the things that I dislike:
1. There are a good number of POIs but as some reviewers mentioned, it finds some small local businesses but doesn't show Walmart for example!
2. It doesn't let me search for POIs by name (it lets you search by category). Maybe this feature is there but I honestly haven't spent much time learning about all the options in the unit.
Overall, this is a great GPS for the price. I am sure that it has room for improvement but for the price, I have no complaints.
Good for what it is but you might want a little more. September 16, 2008
Navigon 2100 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
Buy the 5100... lifetime traffic is included and it's only $30 more than the 2100. I spent $55 on the upgrade (list is $100) for my 2100, making the final cost $25 more than the 5100. Traffic and construction is a must so don't skimp!
Overall it's a good entry level unit. The spoken road names are nice... although sometimes it tells you to turn after you've passed the intersection. The small screen makes it difficult to read while driving (the 7100 is $95 more than my final cost for the 2100. Food for thought). The "photo-realistic 3D images of junctions" is a nice feature.
The company has great customer service. I would definitely buy another Navigon product when I'm ready to upgrade.
This item broke twice in the first two weeks. September 14, 2008
I purchased this item because my son-in-law had one and said it was good. The first week, it stopped working. I called Navigon and they had me reprogram it on the telephone. Since that time, it thinks I am in a different location. I will be sending it back for repair this week.
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