Mio C220 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Having recently looked at the top of the range C520t that seems to do most things. Here is their entry level offering that is exactly what it says a satellite navigation unit.

Verdict: I am pleased to say that unlike an earlier model I reviewed you can download a PDF manual and I would suggest you do so or you are unlikely to be able to find certain settings. There are a whole raft of features that will probably remain undiscovered ...

Review summary: Mio's entry-level DigiWalker C220 portable GPS is sure to appeal to the value-conscious buyer. With a list price of $249.95 (and available online for under $200), the C220 is one of the least expensive full-featured portable navigators available. It ...

Pros: Excellent value. Full-featured GPS at entry-level price. Sensitive GPS receiver. Supports multisegment routing. Good POI handling. Traffic-camera locator.

Cons: No text-to-speech conversion. Speaker not very loud at highway speeds.

Verdict: For those who don't need fancy features like media players and text-to-speech conversion, the Mio DigiWalker C220 is an excellent choice for an entry-level personal navigation system.

Review summary: mio digiwalker c220 review: A highly customisable entry-level GPS which focuses on its core task of navigation but requires a bit of acclimatisation to get the best out of.

Pros: Predictive text keyboard, Speed and red light cameras displayed on map by default, Highly customisable interface ...

Cons: ... that required a fair degree of familiarisation, Struggled with tall buildings in the CBD, Insisted we perform illegal u-turns to get back onto preferred route

Verdict: A highly customisable entry-level GPS which focuses on its core task of navigation but requires a bit of acclimatisation to get the best out of.

Pros: Excellent maps, speedy GPS performance, compact design, price, safety camera warnings

Cons: Confusing menu system, some icons lack a text description, battery life

Verdict: The C220 is a solid choice if you're after an entry-level GPS unit. Excellent maps, speedy performance and a competitive price may be enough to overlook the sometimes confusing interface.

Review summary: Less can be more, so does Mio's C220 sat-nav system do exactly what the proverbial tin says?

Verdict: It may be a little confusing to use in places, but the C220's weaknesses are easy to get used to over time. Most importantly, both mapping and route-finding are strong points ? this is one navigation device that does exactly what it says on the tin.