Globalsat BU-353

Pros: Size, USB Powered, Fix Speed, Sensitivity (Sirf III), Construction

Cons: One of the few products I've come across that just works!

The Bottom Line: If you have to carry your laptop anyway, this unit can turn it into a navigation system.

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Pros: All of the performance non-WAAS claims are valid. It's a very nice GPS sensor.

Cons: Have not been able to verify WAAS performance. Non technical users may have setup difficulties.

The Bottom Line: This is a good product. But you might have to experiment to make it work with your map software.

Review: A somewhat technical review: This is a very small receiver that plugs into a USB port. You need to install a software driver that receives data from the USB/GPS and converts it to a virtual serial COM port. So, you must be certain your navigation ...

Pros: Light,portable and inexpensive - very accurate

Cons: none yet

Review: I (and several other commercial river pilots) have used this GPS with an Electronic Charting System. It works with an accuracy that belies its purchase price. I have several others, including a nice Garman, and prefer this one because of ease in ...

Pros: Fast and sensitive GPS receiver. Works well.

Cons: Fragile - broke easily. Manufacturer will not sell you the repair component.

The Bottom Line: Good when it works, but may not be rugged for taking with you on the road.

Review: I purchased the the BU-353 receiver to use in my car with a Windows notebook running Microsoft Street & Trips. I was very happy with its performance -- the BU-353 is by far the most sensitive GPS receiver that I've ever owned. Although the USB cable is ...