Garmin GPSmap 60 Cx/60 CSx

Garmin’s top-of-the-range models boast a 30 per cent bigger screen and five clearly-labelled buttons, making basic processes much quicker to complete. The big fourway curser button in the centre of the case, together with a dedicated ‘Enter’ button, is much easier to use compared with the fiveway click stick on the eTrex range. Although the case is larger and the unit a little heavier than other models, it is worth considering, especially if you don’t have great eyesight.

Reviewed: Winter 2007 by Simon Brown

Size: 15.5 x 6.1 x 3.3 cm

Weight with batteries: 213g

Aerial type: High sensitivity

Screen area: 21.3 sq cm

Battery/typical life: 2 x AA/18 hrs

Mapping capable? Garmin Topo only via micro SD card

Electronic compass/barometer? 60 CSx only

RRP GPSmap 60Cx: £349.99, GPSmap 60CSx: £399.99