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| Magellan Maestro 4250 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator | 
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| Brand: Magellan
Category: CE
List Price: $599.99
Buy Refurbished: $129.99
You Save: $470.00 (78%)
New (27) Used (7) Refurbished (7)
Avg. Customer Rating:  314 reviews
Sales Rank: 860
Color: Silver/Black
Media: Electronics
Memorabilia: No
Tracks: Unknown
Batteries Included: No
Native Resolution: Unknown
Display Size: 4.3
Includes MP3 Player: 1
Clothing Size: 2GB
Size: 2GB
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 5.1 x 9.8 x 2.1
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: Magellan Maestro 425
Model: Magellan Maestro 425
UPC: 063357118033
EAN: 0063357118033
ASIN: B000V4PZCI
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Magellan's Maestro 4250 Soundly Delivers July 1, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Magellan's Maestro Series 4250 GPS offers users a solid and reliable experience. The device is exceptionally intuitive and easy to use. After a few weeks, it has performed flawlessly, although I have found that satellite acquisition times vary from instantaneous recognition to a few moments, necessitated by an occasional, automatic re-boot. I have not needed to manually reset my unit.
Ad hoc and pre-programmed routing is fast, accurate, and performs favorably vis-a-vis other market leading units, as reported in GPS Magazine and elsewhere. Recalculations for routing are timely and generally responsive. The unit offers hands-free Bluetooth operation on mobile phones that "pair" and "auto-respond" automatically--though not all models are supported nor is instant messaging. Voice commands work but require patience and repetition for optimal results.
Programming the Address Book is straightforward, with options to enter data by location, intersection, or zip code with a touch screen keyboard that guides users through a capable algorithm for interactive word completion. Ideally, this task would be made easier if Magellan provided software on its CD, and cabling, that permitted users to sync their contact information from PIMs such as Microsoft Outlook from PCs, or by infrared or Bluetooth transmissions from smartphones or PDAs. Alas, these capabilities are missing in most OEM offerings.
The Maestro 4250 does not offer a built-in (or an optional) FM transmitter, or multimedia capabilities, though these features would be redundant if you already own an iPod, MP3 player, or similar device, and an FM transmitter. I prefer the 4250's internal speaker, anyway, since FM transmissions do not always provide uninterrupted, clear channel service on vehicle audio systems--at least not without requiring the user to periodically change frequencies, especially on long trips, which can be tedious. The effort does not always guarantee a static-free result either. The 4250 "speaks" to its users in a pleasant female voice, a guidance system that alerts them to upcoming turns, and the like. "Missy" can be silenced and/or used in conjunction with a split-frame on the touch screen that temporarily displays upcoming maneuvers with arrows alongside an optional 2D or 3D image map, also set by user preferences. Daytime and nighttime views are offered on maps but not menus. Directions with street names are audible on the 4250's monaural speaker, and volume levels can be adjusted at will. With the push of a finger, users can access six million points of interest (POIs), instantaneously with colorful, large and small icons, and "buttons" on the brilliant 4.3" glare-free touch screen that is encased in an ultra-slim, stylish cabinet, measuring less than an inch thick. For its size, the unit is one of the slimmest, lightest, and most compact in the market. Routes--even those with multiple destinations--can be programmed for fastest time, shortest distance, greatest use of freeways or highways, and least use of tollways. Detailed AAA travel guide information, which is accessible from the menu, is not integrated into the Maestro's huge POI database at this time, but would be a welcome improvement. Live traffic updates, which is an optional feature in the Maestro's routing algorithms, is available to users, and is reasonably priced with a yearly subscription. A free three-month trial period is offered. I highly recommend this option. All users can configure their own detour options on the device, if desired, with its built-in maps for the lower 48 States and Canada. They can identify their immediate "Location," and re-route themselves "Home" from anywhere with the push of an icon or button on the touch screen! A "Roadside Assistance" icon is available to AAA members for emergency service. Magellan and AAA websites allow users to register and update their maps, POIs, and travel guides online, anytime; however, it would be nice if these purveyors offered their patrons--especially those of the non-broadband ilk--optional CDs for their updates, even if it necessitates a nominal, additional cost for shipping and handling. Notwithstanding, with all of these features and conveniences, the Maestro 4250 is an exceptional GPS, if not unsurpassed in its utility, peace of mind, and safety to users.
Included in the box are a windshield mount with a dashboard disk option, and AC and DC cables, which work on the desktop and the vehicle's cigarette lighter. I prefer a third-party cupholder mount that secures my GPS at eye-level in my vehicle, and keeps the device within easy reach without obstructing instrumentation. Some states do not permit windshield mounts, so the use of the included dash mount disk option or other third party solution, such as a vent mount, etc., may be necessary. A soft fabric sleeve also is provided to store and carry the GPS. Documentation is provided on the CD as a PDF file.
Published battery life for the Maestro 4250 is 3 to 4 hours, which is important for those who plan to use their units on foot. The device offers a "sleep mode" which can be programmed to "time-out" at different intervals to extend battery life.
Bottom-line: The Magellan Maestro 4250 is a capable performer. Like all GPS units, newer models that offer additional "bling" at a premium price point will soon succeed it. However, this unit, as currently offered, is a bargain. Given its many useful features, build quality, and overall reliability, it is an investment you will likely not regret.
worth its cost June 30, 2008
The product works as expected although voice commands sometimes
need to be repeated several times before Magellan understands them.
A couple of times Magellan hung without responding to user controls,
I had to reset it. Otherwise it is worth its cost and I don't regret
the purchase.
 60 day road test - poor performance June 27, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I'm on the road 16 hours a day with this unit going to 4 to 5 customers a day. First, the recalculation is slow when re-routing. Touch screen is clumbsey. There is a know problem with the sensativity and location of the buttons on the touch screen. Routing is inconsistant. If you use "fastest route" it may take you off and then on to the same highway along a service route. I got this for the large screen, which is great, but the overall performance of the unit is poor. The start up is also very slow and takes a few minuets to locate itself. Mounting bracket also lacks full adjustablity, needs a swival pivot on the mounting head. Overall very dissapointed with this. Also customer service is very poor.When the touch screen performance started to deteriorate and the response became unbearably poor, the LCD cracked under one of the buttons due to too much pressure from my finger, which I know is not a manufacturing problem, but customer service would not help even though this was due to an issue with the touch screen.
 Great, if it worked June 26, 2008
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
My girlfriend bought me the magellan 4250 as a gift for our 20 day road trip around the east coast. well it seemed great until I turned it on one day and the unit froze on the bootup screen and would not do anything. i could not reset and turning it off did no good either. when the unit worked it worked well and was easy to use but it is useless if it wont boot up. if you are relying on an electronic device to give you directions i cant recomend the 4250.
 Bringing it back.... June 26, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Have used the unit for a week. My old unit would go into "menu" mode when you touched the screen anywhere - this one you have to touch a small box near the bottom. Should be easier. Taking it back because it will not link with my Motorola bluetooth phone, works fine with my wife's Katana. I'd keep it if the bluetooth worked. Maps are clear and readable, only goes down to 0.1 miles prior to turn, my old unit and other car got into yards prior, which I think is more useful
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