The only real upgrade you could get would be a DriveSmart 66 (as in "full" version and not "EX" model), and only because it has the on-map Turns feature that the 2599 does not as seen here ua-cam.com/video/JOpWYRduhoY/v-deo.html However, this is *only if you feel you need that feature*. If you like the 2599 the way it is and it serves you well, then the best thing to buy would be another 2599 in good condition as a backup, along with a new 32GB microSD memory card for map data storage.
I like the DriveSmart 51, 61, etc which gives 2 things over the 2599 - Shows actual names in the UP AHEAD feature….for example it will show actual name of closest restaurant. In unfamiliar rural areas, it’s useful as you can get a sense of area if there’s a Cracker Barrel versus a Cleets Hot Dog stand. - Has WiFi upgradable maps.
@@sat103Thanks for the insight. Yes that's a good feature I wish the 2599 had that instead of having to click to see the turns. I might get one but yeah I do like the 2599 lmt one I did buy a memory card and upgraded to the latest maps. I think I might get a Drivesmart 66 but yes ATM just like using the 2599. Does the Drivesmart have a built in traffic receiver? Guessing it must do?
@@Blackmamba12345 The 'full' (meaning *not* EX) 66 has the traffic receiver and same traffic reporting capabilities as any nuvi with LMT in its model name. Also keep in mind with a 66 you'll be switching from mini USB to USB-C. You have to use the provided Garmin USB-C cable and the charge block it comes with as seen here ua-cam.com/video/UQ0pb3IBFY8/v-deo.html The 66 has to be plugged in on the blue side so it gets the power it needs to run properly.
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Tempted to get another Garmin I currently love my 2599 but what do you think is the best upgrade?
The only real upgrade you could get would be a DriveSmart 66 (as in "full" version and not "EX" model), and only because it has the on-map Turns feature that the 2599 does not as seen here ua-cam.com/video/JOpWYRduhoY/v-deo.html However, this is *only if you feel you need that feature*. If you like the 2599 the way it is and it serves you well, then the best thing to buy would be another 2599 in good condition as a backup, along with a new 32GB microSD memory card for map data storage.
I like the DriveSmart 51, 61, etc which gives 2 things over the 2599
- Shows actual names in the UP AHEAD feature….for example it will show actual name of closest restaurant. In unfamiliar rural areas, it’s useful as you can get a sense of area if there’s a Cracker Barrel versus a Cleets Hot Dog stand.
- Has WiFi upgradable maps.
@@sat103Thanks for the insight. Yes that's a good feature I wish the 2599 had that instead of having to click to see the turns. I might get one but yeah I do like the 2599 lmt one I did buy a memory card and upgraded to the latest maps. I think I might get a Drivesmart 66 but yes ATM just like using the 2599. Does the Drivesmart have a built in traffic receiver? Guessing it must do?
@@mariannelanger7423Good points yes thanks for the insight. Sounds useful.
@@Blackmamba12345 The 'full' (meaning *not* EX) 66 has the traffic receiver and same traffic reporting capabilities as any nuvi with LMT in its model name. Also keep in mind with a 66 you'll be switching from mini USB to USB-C. You have to use the provided Garmin USB-C cable and the charge block it comes with as seen here ua-cam.com/video/UQ0pb3IBFY8/v-deo.html The 66 has to be plugged in on the blue side so it gets the power it needs to run properly.