Garmin nuvi 3590LMT

Garmin nüvi 3590LMT

With GPS-equipped smartphones becoming more prevalent every day, is there still a place for $400 personal navigation devices? The Garmin nuvi 3590LMT ($399.99 list) is the latest in the company's new Prestige line, and presents that very question. With the 3590LMT, you get Garmin's most advanced traffic and terrain reporting to date, plus a responsive, glass capacitive touch screen that's superior to the plastic resistive screens nearly every other PND employs. Despite a few minor issues, it's a stellar performer and our new Editors' Choice for high-end GPS navigation devices. Design, Display, and MountThe Garmin nuvi 3590LMT isn't as svelte as its predecessor, the nuvi 3790T (4 stars). The 3590LMT measures 3.4 by 5.4 by 0.5 inches (HWD) and weighs 7.2 ounces. Even though the new model has a 5-inch screen, and the older 3790T was limited to a 4.3-inch display, the 3790T is significantly smaller. You could argue it doesn't matter, since both units are designed for in-car use. But either way, it's a curious step backwards. On the plus side, the larger display is the best part of the 3590LMT.