Pioneer GPS Reviews

"Pioneer is out to change that perception with the introduction of its new AVIC-S1 "portable smart GPS navigation system...With a list price of $600, the AVIC-S1 has the robust feature set to compete in the category, but it has a few shortcomings, particularly when it comes to its Points of Interest functionality...The performance of the GPS receiver in the AVIC-S1 is in line with numerous other SiRF Star III devices I've tested, but the AVIC-S1 has the added advantage of an antenna that's completely internal...Unlike the Garmin nüvi, which?other than the power switch?is completely controlled by the touch screen, the AVIC-S1 has three blue-backlit buttons across the bottom of the device...Like most solid-state memory-based GPSs, the AVIC-S1 has about 1.5 million entries in its POI database..." read more »

"Comparing these reviews to 136442 other GPS reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 81/100 = Very Good...While the AVIC-S2 isn't without its faults, the key aspects of its operation..." read more »

"The Pioneer Avic-D3 combines a user-friendly navigation programming interface with real-time traffic capability and a range of media options, including...The system's single disc slot means that users will constantly have to switch between navigation discs...Pioneer Avic-D3 user ratings and Car GPS (Navigation) user reviews and reviews - CNET Reviews...Tell us what you like about this product...Tell us what you don't like about this product......" read more »

"A NAVIGATION and entertainment system designed to work with a standard car audio system, Pioneer's AVIC-F500BT is an unusual device...The F500BT needs to be professionally installed...Unfortunately, the recently launched SUNA traffic system isn’t compatible with the AVIC-F500BT just yet, as this unit has WhereIs V14 maps installed...While radio and CD and/or DVD functions are handled by your factory audio system, the F500BT allows you to access videos (MPEG4) and music (mp3 and WMA) from USB drives and SD cards..." read more »

"The Pioneer AVIC-F700BT car stereo combines a multitude of functional entertainment capabilities with advanced navigation features that fit and expand the lifestyle of today's driver...The Pioneer AVIC-F700BT car stereo marries solid entertainment capabilities with advanced navigation...The AVIC-F700BT offers a new generation of voice recognition capability for controlling iPod playback and making calls hands-free via connected Bluetooth-enabled cell phones...Setting your radio presets can be a real pain while you're driving--especially if you're in an unfamiliar area..." read more »

"today introduced its third generation multi-media system, AVIC-N3, designed for the commuters that demands products that multi-task...“Our consumers have a very high level of awareness and ownership of the latest technology trends...The AVIC-N3 provides accurate detailed route guidance for the entire United States and Canada within seconds..." read more »

"One excellent example is the Pioneer AVIC-Z1, which combines a DVD/CD player, 7-inch LCD wide-format touchscreen display, and navigation system into a complete audio/video control center, with some unexpected surprises thrown in to boot...One of the key features of the AVIC-Z1 is its integrated 30GB hard drive, which includes 10GB reserved for music storage...If this isn't enough, the AVIC-Z1 also has an input for a satellite radio receiver, and it has a digital AM/FM tuner...On the navigation side, the AVIC-Z1 does not only offer voice guidance for navigating, it has voice recognition, meaning users can "talk" to the system, giving commands while keeping both hands on the wheel..." read more »

"The Pioneer AVIC-Z3 offers a built-in 30GB hard disk drive and a big 7-inch LCD display...At this price, the unit plays DVDs, not just CDs...If there’s no way to replace your car radio with an in-dash radio/navigation system, check out portable navigation devices, also called PNDs or portable GPS..." read more »