Best Motorhome Sat Nav

We use and like CoPilot, the caravan/motorhome version, so that you can enter the height, weight and length of vehicle. It is not expensive (under £30) and you can run it on any tablet (OS and Android versions)

I prefer to have the software seperate to the tablet/screen, there are regular updates to the software and any problems with the screen and a new tablet is not too expensive

I use the Aguri Motorhome and caravan RV 720 DVR. I bought it this year and have only used it in the UK for about 4 weeks. The more I use it the more I like it. It incorporates a 7inch screen, is based on a tablet with wifi access for all free updates, can be used as a tablet for internet searches and has all the usual functions associated with the current models and other makes of satnav. It has a very good quality digital recording camera and takes very clean pictures which can be used independent of the vehicle. So far it has proved reliable. 

It is different to my previous satnavs in some areas of operation ie, a large scale junction layout appears well before any motorway junction and disappears before you reach the site. This confused me to start with but having realised its function I now am well prepared prior to reaching any exit. Like all other types it does not know the width of every lane in Devon, ( or anywhere else for that matter) only those that are registered and have appropriate signage, so be observant. 

With club discount I pay £259 which was cheaper than other comparative makes. Their website has loads of advice and their youtube channel has many help videos. Read the manual thoroughly.

I’ve always liked the TomTom interface, but I’m not sure you get value for a motorhome version of any basic SatNav product. I’m not convinced that the database(s) used are particularly accurate or comprehensive. There have been plenty of occasions when my TomTom Go Camper has indicated a road and I’ve looked at it and thought...no way. You then have to ignore the repeated “turn around when possible” instructions until it gives up on that option and suggests something more suitable. That said, I like the big screen, voice activation, easy dismount, traffic warnings and bluetooth phone facility. In terms of reliability, mine did stop working for about 24hrs once in a very inconvenient location, but returned to normal the next day and has been ok since.

Like seaside Bill, I am not convinced that camper versions have more information in their databases than conventional SatNavs. I like the Garmin with the large screen and lifetime maps as it gives me accurate speed and speed limit information which is invaluable on the continent. I cannot see the speedo in my Boxer cab due to the raised driving position so the SatNav helps.

Personally I wouldn’t  bother with the Clubs Avtex, it is just the Garmin with POIs and you would be better downloading Archies POIs which from correspondence on this forum is far more accurate. Just my opinion of course.

No SatNavs are perfect. My Garmin tried to lead us astray several times in France this year and despite the fact that you can get regular map updates it doesn’t follow that recent road changes will have been reflected in whatever mapping database they use.

I've been using the CoPilot software app for 3 three years and see no reason to change. 

For quite a few years now I have been using a TomTom sat nav with Camper maps added. I have to say that it has been very reliable in finding sites (thanks mainly to Archies POI's). I am reaching the stage where my current sat nav needs to be replaced and I am concerned that the TomTom method of adding POI's is that user friendly. I have never had much luck with Garmin so it seems that something like the Aguri might be the answer. Personally I have never been convinced about the need to add dimensions, If a camper maps follows just major roads there should be no need!

David

I too have been using CoPilot, the truck version for three years and the Caravan version for about a year on and off. I have had TT and Map Factor but swear by CoPilot. If you have a tablet this is the way to go but be aware CoPilot is now only available on subscription. The caravan version is about £26p.a. but that includes traffic reports and all up dates. If you want a cheap short term option worth a try. Who know you might actually like it and continue with a subscription.

An alternative cheap version for outright purchase is Sygic but never tried it.

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With the Garmin the procedure for downloading POIs is a bit complicated and involves installing their Loader software. I have written detailed instructions which I keep with the SatNav in case I don’t remember how to do it. I tend to only update maps and Archies once a year.

There is much more on CoPilot >here<

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>Sygic< is currently on offer until 28/7/19. The car version for Europe is only just over £12. The truck version is available on an annual licence of £67.49 but for £92,99 you can buy a lifetime licence and free map updates for 3 years. The caravan version with lifetime licence and 3 years map updates is £50.49 Think you can download a free trial for 14 days from the app stores.

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