$150 - $170 GPS

The Bottom Line: The Sony NV-U83T is a seemingly attractive in-car GPS with a large display and useful navigation features, but it shows its ugly side with poor directions and subpar performance.

Specs: Automotive, Navigation instructions, Street name announcement, 8.8 oz

The Bottom Line: Despite ease of use and text-to-speech functionality, the Pharos Drive GPS 250 falters somewhat in the performance department.

Specs: 20 channel, Automotive, Audible signal(s), 7.2 oz

The Bottom Line: Though the Navigon 7100 offers some handy navigation tools and integrated Bluetooth, the confusing interface and sluggish performance prevents us from giving it higher marks.

Specs: 20 channel, Automotive, Navigation instructions, Voice command recognition, 6.9 oz

The Bottom Line: In addition to accurate driving directions, the high-end Garmin StreetPilot c580 provides a number of useful tools to the driver, such as real-time traffic data and local gas prices, thanks to the integration of MSN Direct services.

Specs: Automotive, Warnings, Navigation instructions, Street name announcement, 9 oz

Editors' Take: Following up on the outstanding Garmin N?vi 350, the upgraded Garmin N?vi 360 adds Bluetooth and a locking feature. But its price is still a potential deal-breaker.

Specs: 12 channel, Automotive, Warnings, Navigation instructions, 5.1 oz

The Bottom Line: The versatile and ultraportable Garmin Quest delivers accurate street-level directions whether you're driving or walking.

Specs: 12 channel, Automotive, Motorcycle, Warnings, Navigation instructions, 5.5 oz