Do you need OS maps on a Garmin GPS?
---- Walk and talk videos mentioned in the video ----
Walk and talk with the Garmin eTrex 32x with TOPO Active maps - [ Ссылка ]
Walk and talk with the Garmin GPSMAP 66i with OS maps - [ Ссылка ]
Free OS Route Planning Software - [ Ссылка ]
One question I get asked lots, by UK customers – Do you need OS maps on a garmin GPS?
In this video we look at the pros and cons of the pre loaded TOPO Active maps you get on a number of Garmin GPS Units compared to the OS Maps that many UK Outdoor enthusiasts are used to using.
- Pros and cons of the Topo Active maps.
Pros – no extra cost, digital maps
Cons – Just show everything as a path
- So why would you then add an OS map?
Shows rights of ways
We are just used to seeing and reading an OS map
- So can we get away with not buying the OS maps and just using the TOPO ACTIVE maps?
Yes and No
Get free personalised GPS recommendation - [ Ссылка ]
---- Chapters ----
00:00 – If you are buying a unit with Topo active maps do you need OS maps
00:20 – What is TOPO Active maps on a Garmin GPS?
00:45 – What are the Pros and Cons of the Garmin’s TOPO Active maps?
01:35 – Can you get away without buying OS maps on a Garmin GPS Unit?
04:00 – Should you buy OS maps for a Garmin GPS and the best way of buying this
04:32 – Many thanks for watching and if you have any questions about mapping on a Garmin GPS Unit
