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Summary: Excellent for the price
Review: I bought this GPS unit to locate the exact location of my telescope. I have also done some limited geocaching (4 caches) and have been able to find all four caches. It seems to be far more accurate than the literature and readout would indicate. I like the small size (easily fits into your pocket) and the intuitive user interface. It does not have all the bells and whistles of a more expensive model. However, I purchased mine for $69.99 on Amazon and received a $20 rebate. With free shipping, no tax and rebate, I purchased my Geko 101 for 49.99. It's hard to beat a price like that. I think this is an excellent introductory GPS unit. If you're not sure how much use you will get out of your GPS unit, the Geko 101 might just be for you.
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Summary: Ok for GeoCaching, good portability but poor battery life
Review: I have this exact unit and have been using for GeoCaching for about 6 months. The guts of the unit are pretty much the same as the more expensive ones - you'll know where you are just fine. Much of the user interface is the same as the more expensive models. The main pro for this unit (other than price) is size - it's smaller than the next products up the line and easier to just stick in your pocket. The main con is battery life. The amount of time you get out of 2 AAAs is not so hot. You'll eat up a pair of batteries every time you go out. I counter this by only turning the unit on to get my bearings. With a device that uses AA batteries I would be able to leave it on and use the tracklog/backtrack features. I think about it... Some other factors to consider; Display - once you go up above the basic etrex yellow unit the garmin units have higher-res displays, which are nice. Connectivity - you can do ok without it, but this model is the only one that does not allow waypoint download (not sure about the 201.) Experienced geocachers favor the higher-end models with more memory. They load large numbers of cache waypoints into memory and are ready to go no matter where they are in their home area. If you're a more casual hiker/cacher, then the cheaper models do just as good a job - even this one. Mapping - the gekkos and the etrex yellow will show you where your waypoints are in relation to each other, but don't show any other features. The more expensive models can do natural features and even uploaded topo maps. You can GeoCache with almost any GPS. The Etrex yellow is the standard, but this has served me well. Happy Caching!
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Summary: Ok for GeoCaching, good portability but poor battery life
Review: I have this exact unit and have been using for GeoCaching for about 6 months. The guts of the unit are pretty much the same as the more expensive ones - you'll know where you are just fine. Much of the user interface is the same as the more expensive models. The main pro for this unit (other than price) is size - it's smaller than the next products up the line and easier to just stick in your pocket. The main con is battery life. The amount of time you get out of 2 AAAs is not so hot. You'll eat up a pair of batteries every time you go out. I counter this by only turning the unit on to get my bearings. With a device that uses AA batteries I would be able to leave it on and use the tracklog/backtrack features. I think about it... Some other factors to consider; Display - once you go up above the basic etrex yellow unit the garmin units have higher-res displays, which are nice. Connectivity - you can do ok without it, but this model is the only one that does not allow waypoint download (not sure about the 201.) Experienced geocachers favor the higher-end models with more memory. They load large numbers of cache waypoints into memory and are ready to go no matter where they are in their home area. If you're a more casual hiker/cacher, then the cheaper models do just as good a job - even this one. Mapping - the gekkos and the etrex yellow will show you where your waypoints are in relation to each other, but don't show any other features. The more expensive models can do natural features and even uploaded topo maps. You can GeoCache with almost any GPS. The Etrex yellow is the standard, but this has served me well. Happy Caching!
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Summary: Excellent GPSr for the price
Review: I just purchased and received this recently as a Christmas gift for myself. I have just gotten into Geocaching and this unit fits the bill perfectly. You cant beat the size and ease of use for this unit. Its very compact but packs all the features you need into this small package. If you are geocaching you dont need WAAS. A WAAS receiver will get you within 15-30 feet of a cache and this one will do the same. I was able to learn the basic functions of this receiver with little or no difficulty. I wanted a unit that I could use for awhile and then upgrade. When I got mine...it was 69 bucks minus 20 for mail in rebate which means I got a good quality basic GPSr for under 50 bucks. Sure you can find some cheaper on ebay, but they are not brand new, nor as easy to use as the Garmin Geko 101. The only things that would make this GPSr perfect would be the ability to download/upload data via computer and the ability to connect an external power source. I knew it didnt do that when I purchased it so thats why I ranked it at 5 stars. I will upgrade later on to a receiver that has those functions. If you need a basic GPSr to use geocaching, or doing other outdoor activities...this is your baby!
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Summary: Nothing but pleased
Review: I recieved my Geko 101 about two weeks ago, and so far I am very pleased. You can't expect extrordiany things from [an inexpensive] unit, but if you don't want to spend alot, you're not missing much. For the light camper, it's perfect. You can pay ... more to get the Geko 201 with WAAS, which makes it accurate to 10 feet. Or you can skip the WAAS and get this, which is acurate to 50 feet. However, in my experiances, usually this unit is accurate between 25 and 12 feet. An extra 15 ft. so what! Geko 101: Pros-
1. Small! It's about the size of a cell phone 2. Lightweight. Because it's so small, it should be obvious that it's very light. 3. Accurate. Even though it doesn't have WASS capabilities it is just as accurate at times. 4. Waterproof. You never know when you might need it. 5. Features. It has just about everything you need or want (minus a detailed map) including when you'll arrive at your destination, speed, elevation, and all different units of measure. 6. Ease of use. The five button configuration makes it easy to use. Let's face it, if you find it difficult,[you shouldn't]. Cons- 1. It's not the greatest GPS ever made, but what do you expect for [the money]? 2. Batteries. This unit takes 2 AAA's. Although life is not a problem (12hrs.) unless you own something else that takes AAA batteries, sometimes they can be a pain. 3. PC compatibility. There's no way to link the Geko 101 to your PC. Oh well, even if you could, it would be $...more for the software.
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Summary: I am disappointed with this product
Review: No matter what this product offers to a buyer it really takes him too much out of its poor battery life. I used rechargeable batteries NI-MH. They can be used only less than 2 hours. Garmin needs to improve its battery life. I strongly discourage anyone buying this product. I am upset that I can't return the item since the item is packed in such a way that you need to violate amazon return policy. Unless you don't open the product you can't feel its poor battery life.
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Summary: Great for a runner!
Review: You can buy a GPS w/ more features, but for the money, this little jewel does everything a runner needs and can be clipped onto your waist. It is very lightweight and is hardly noticeable. .... I used mine for the first time this past weekend!
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Summary: Great for a runner!
Review: You can buy a GPS w/ more features, but for the money, this little jewel does everything a runner needs and can be clipped onto your waist. It is very lightweight and is hardly noticeable. The stretch carrying case can be bought at Garmin for about $10.00. I used mine for the first time this past weekend!
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