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Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI

The compact Garmin Nuvi 30 in-car sat nav provides the essential navigation features needed for driving around the UK and Ireland.
Average Customer Rating:
4.667 out of 5
4.7
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5
(33 Reviews) 33
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Rating Snapshot (33 reviews)
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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32 of 33(97%)customers would recommend this product to a friend 
Customer Questions & Answers:
10 Questions | 29 Answers
Customer Reviews for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Review 1 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
great little item,
May 16, 2013
By andreaa
from Ringwood
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"The sat nav was really easy to set up and arrived with enough of a charge to enable use straight away. It is small enough to be un-obtrusive on the windscreen.
I would recommend.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
How many cars: 2
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Just Me
Which Store did you visit? FERNDOWN
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Good, budget SatNav,
January 28, 2013
By CBR6
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: small
Cons: lack of 3.5mm headphone socket
"Good for the price, small and compact, the directions are prompt and clear!
My only criticism is due to the lack of a headphone socket.
I admit I hadn't noticed it missing on the specifications, but it would've been nice, especially so I could use it on the motorbike from time to time.
Ah well, still very pleased with it!
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
+7points
7out of 7found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great little product,
January 25, 2013
By Greatgirl6
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: the size
"Clear instructions and directions given in plenty of time. Like the motorway picture that appears as you approach a junction. Screen is small but clear and doesn't take up much room in bag. Excellent- would highly recommend to anyone."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
+5points
5out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Excellent budget Sat Nav,
January 22, 2013
By Danman71
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"Ideal for first time buyers, simple to use straight out of the box."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
How many cars: 1
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Excellent for my needs.,
January 21, 2013
By Clare32
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: simplicity
"Excellent value for money, very simple to use.
Did not even need to read instruction to setup.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
How many cars: 1
Who will use this Product? Spouse/Partner
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great value and does the job!,
January 17, 2013
By hc111
from UK
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: clear instructions, speed camera warning, speed limit indicator, motorway signs on screen
"I am really pleased with this product, I have used it on 2 unfamiliar journeys now, one of them long distance and it worked perfectly. The small screen is not an issue at all, the voice instructions are clear, it tells you the speed limit and even beeps when there are speed cameras. Everything you could need and for a great price!
Only slight issue is the speed it says you are going tended to be about 4mph less than my speedometer so that could be confusing. Otherwise a great product!
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
How many cars: 1
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+4points
4out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
good for new drivers with a small car,
January 12, 2013
By claire18
from england
Quality 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Value 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Features/Spec 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Pros: cost
Cons: no free updates
"I have only used it a few times and the second time i used it it didnt direct me all the way and stopped 20 min early than the destination. Which was not very helpfull.
Other than that it is good value for young drivers.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Garmin,
January 06, 2013
By Roni4282
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"Easy to use. Easy to update maps. Wouldn't go anywhere without it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
How many cars: 1
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav -UK & ROI,
January 01, 2013
By Spur
from Grays
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: compact
"Very good basic Sat Nav - good voice directions - Compact slim fits in partners handbag"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Proficient
Who will use this Product? Spouse/Partner
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great value for money.,
December 21, 2012
By Wilko80
from Derbyshire
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"Bought as a Christmas gift for my son-in-law in Ireland.
I have had a Garmin sat-nav myself for several years and after searching the web I could not find one at such a reasonable price. I have no hesitation in recommending ths to anyone and am sure it will give the same great service as my own for many years to come.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Children
+7points
7out of 7found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
I upgraded to the Nuvi 40,
December 18, 2012
By Ols25
from Bristol
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: fast to calculate route
Cons: small screen
"When ordering online I didnt think the smaller screen would be an issue. I drive a hatchback so wouldnt be that far away from it and didn't think I'd mind a small screen. But when seeing the actual unit, it is very small! And for only £10 more I went for the Nuvi 40 for UK and ROI. This unit I couldn't recommend more. From my experience of tomtoms this garmin also calculates routes and triangulates your position a lot quicker than the TomToms too!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Spouse/Partner
+7points
7out of 7found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI,
December 12, 2012
By PARISCHERRY
from DERBYSHIRE
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: the precise instructions, the up to date quick finding process
"This is an excellent Sat Nav. The price is affordable to anybody. Superior to the last one I paid three times the price for. Quieter speaking voice, which does not drone on. Much more precise instructions, always quoting the road or street I should be taking. I bought on line and collected at my local Halfords store, where the staff were very helpful and pleasant. Have used it on two long journeys recently and am more than pleased with the results."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Proficient
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+12points
12out of 12found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
This product is easy to use,
December 11, 2012
By Jacquie271
from Mablethorpe UK
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: that halfords fitted it to the windscreen for me
"My old garmin sat nav which was over 5 years old failed; I tried a cheap sat nav that I had been given by a friend, but it couldn't find where it was if it was cloudy or misty, & when it did it was slow & unreliable.
The Garmin Nuvi 30 can find where I am fast when it is switched on, is easy to use, to find addresses (I love that it now tells you what road are turning into, & not just a left or right). It is great at finding petrol, or parking, or other info I need when travelling. It also gives all the info I need on it's clear & easy to read display.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+9points
9out of 9found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI,
December 10, 2012
By Captainbeff1
from Hartlepool, UK
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I changed from Navman and am very pleased with the Garmin model. It is easy to use and so far has been 100% reliable. A nice piece of kit at a good price."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
How many cars: 2
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+7points
7out of 7found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Good, compact model,
November 29, 2012
By Jumbo20
from Oxfordshire
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"This good, compact model does just what it sets out to do - show you where to go and how to get there without a lot of beeps and fuss. It is small enough to be part of the car, but big enough to see and do the job. It does not nag with endless messages. It does however have pronounciation problems on some obscure roads which makes life interesting! Good all-rounder and well worth the money."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Spouse/Partner
+13points
13out of 13found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Stratford on Avon - Technical Support,
November 04, 2012
By Yogi99
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"This review is more about customer support than the product.
Whilst I am generally happy with the, Nuvi30 it did "wipe it's memory", after about 3 months of use. Consequently, would not connect to a PC.
However, it was James at Stratford on Avon Halfords, who took the time, ( his own time ), to find out of a weird screen touch on boot up, that enables the maps to be reloaded.
He returned the unit, good to go. Thanks a lot James !"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
+6points
6out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great basic sat-nav,
October 23, 2012
By brushead
from North Hampshire
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: easy to setup & use
Cons: lack of charging info
"product is excellent. I have used built in sat nav before. Only critique I have is of Garmin's lack of info ref charging the device. They obviously want you to buy their expensive charger. You can charge the device with a standard usb cable (not their expensive one) from your computer or any source of a usb 5v outlet. You don't have to rely on charging from your car.
Was eager to try sat nav out & went to somewhere I've never been, encountered a very extensive set of roadworks & the Garmin got us to our destination & return without problem. Impressed.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Expert
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+16points
16out of 16found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Does the job very well,
October 19, 2012
By technophobe12345
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: easy to use even for a technophobe like me
"My first satnav. Easy to set up, easy to follow. It does what it says on the tin, and at a good price. Very happy with it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Male
How many cars: 1
+7points
7out of 7found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
great little sat nav,
October 19, 2012
By jeffd
from newcastle upon tyne
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Features/Spec 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"does everything it says on the box..great value..great sat nav"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
How many cars: 1
Attitude to specs and technology: Comfortable
Who will use this Product? Just Me
+3points
4out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Garmin Nuvi 30 Sat Nav - UK & ROI
Overall Rating 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Good entry level satnav,
October 19, 2012
By Idontusenetnames
from Manchester
Quality 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Value 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Features/Spec 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Pros: cheap, does exactly what a satnav should
Cons: long winded to save or change preferences
"It does everything a satnav needs to do, saves favourites, navigates from location A to location B, warns of speed cameras.
Some of the functionality is very basic and saving things or changing settings can be long winded. However, it is cheap and works quickly."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
+2points
3out of 4found this review helpful.
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