Compact GPS Receivers

Handheld GPS receivers have come a long way in a very short time. Compact GPS receptors allow users to slip a GPS navigator into their breast pocket or strap the device to their wrist and have full capability in a tiny package.  

You don’t have to give up functionality or features to get the compact GPS size. Some of these units are water proof and weigh less than a cell phone. They come with high contrast, backlit screens for easier viewing and they are equally as accurate and dependable as the larger in-car units.  

Because these units encourage you to travel farther, you will appreciate the backtracking features which allow you to find your back to where you started your biking trip or your hike. You can use the global positioning system with one hand. It is compact enough to fit in your palm and you can use the buttons on both sides of the GPS unit to manage the information and give commands.

Compact GPS receivers allow you to store hundreds of location points and 10-20 routes. Battery life is impressive and the devices support turn-by-turn directions in more than 10 languages.   

How about a compact flash GPS you can plug into a pocket PC? You get graphics and turn-by-turn directions just as you would with a built-in or full size unit. These compact flash GPS units are heavier – a couple of pounds, and not suitable for use on hiking or bike trips. They are designed to use with pocket PCs and can be stored in your briefcase or backpack.  

Because these compact GPS receivers are so flexible and their size is so small, it is easy to take them anywhere. The features are impressive and manufacturers do not force you to choose function over size. There is no need to sacrifice your needs to get a compact unit. Today, you can find a compact GPS unit to meet every need.