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Get started with a navigation system that works right from the box - the TomTom Start 25 UK is a great introduction to what satellite navigation can do for you, Whether you’re driving familiar roads or venturing somewhere new, the TomTom Start gives you peace of mind. It’s the best device in its league, and surprisingly easy to use. See high quality maps on its larger screen, and trust it to guide you safely through complex junctions for a confident drive.
Traveling further abroad? Check out the Start 25 EU, with a large 5" screen and maps covering roads in 45 European countries with more graphical details. If you want to find your perfect satellite navigation partner, why not check out the full range of TomTom in-car sat navs, and see how innovative, up to date information can improve your journey.
Enhance Safety
Safety is always the number-one priority when driving, and the Start 25 gives you the tools to make your journey go more smoothly - from easy-to-read large screens and warnings of fixed cameras ahead, to spoken street names that let you keep your eyes on the road.
5" Touch Screen (13 cm)
You can see the route ahead more easily with the large 5" touch screen on the Start 25 from TomTom. Our touch screen technology gives you the optimum view with the easiest control, all so that operating your device is a pleasure.
Spoken Street Names
Even when driving on familiar routes, consulting a map can be hazardous. That's why the TomTom Start 25 features spoken instructions. By helping you to keep your eyes on the road, we're helping you to have a safer journey. And, because our spoken instructions include street names, you'll find knowing which turnings to make is even easier than before.
Camera Alerts
The Start 25 comes with fixed speed camera alerts pre-installed, to help you to drive more safely and responsibly. You also get one free update during your first year of use, to get the most up-to-date information on which locations have changed, and where new cameras have been placed.
Reduce Driver Stress
Find the right route every time with the Start 25, including the latest maps, and easy and clear instructions on how to get started.
Advanced Lane Guidance
Drivers often feel stressed at unfamiliar junctions when there are a lot of lanes to choose from. Advanced lane guidance provides extra clarity to drivers in these circumstances, so they won’t miss a turn or have to make a last-minute lane crossing. It works by giving them a still 3D image on the screen that clearly indicates the lane they need to take. So even at the most complex junctions and in the heaviest traffic, drivers can stay relaxed and in control.
Latest Map Guarantee
Sometimes, TomTom releases a new map between the time a device is manufactured and the time someone buys it. So we allow every TomTom customer to check for a new map release within 90 days of first using their device. If one is available, customers simply use the voucher that is included inside the box to download it for free. This is all done via HOME, TomTom’s free desktop application, which will automatically recognise a newly connected device and check whether a newer map release is available for it.
Richer Maps
You'll be ready to go with the Start 25's richer maps, covering covering the whole UK and ROI with more graphical details. Not only will you get a clearer picture of your journey, the IQ Routes™ speed profiles will give you the fastest route for any time of day.
Works Straight from the Box
Your Start 25 device couldn't be simpler to use - just unpack, plug in and tap the touch screen. You will be on your way very quickly with our intuitive user interface.
Parking Assist
See information on nearby parking garages when you get close to your destination by default. When planning a route the Start 25 will also ask if you want to find a parking spot near your destination.
Easy Access to Frequent Destinations
Do you make the same journey on a regular basis? The Start 25 helps to take some of the hassle out the daily commute by allowing you to save your frequent destinations and quickly access them again with a few taps on the touch screen.
Integrated Mounting with Flip Screen
A convenient foldaway mount that is integrated with your device, so it’s always there when you need it. It attaches easily to your windscreen or, using the optional mounting disk, you can turn it upside down and position it on your dashboard, where the screen automatically flips the right way up.
Save Time & Money
Drive smarter with the Start 25. Now can you find your position quickly, and work out the best route to your destination at any given time.
IQ Routes™ Technology
Only TomTom uses actual speed data collected from millions of users to calculate the fastest routes at any point in time. Imagine a route that takes into account rush hour, traffic lights, zebra crossings, school exits or even shopping crowds, every minute of every day. That's how smart IQ Routes is! By using IQ Routes you'll not only get there faster, but you'll also have a reliable arrival time, ideal for scheduling business appointments or simply meeting friends.
QuickGPSfix™
QuickGPSfix™ speeds up the time it takes to fix your GPS position to help you drive off more quickly.
RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver
This TomTom device is compatible with our TMC Traffic Receivers, so your routing can be optimised for the traffic ahead.
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Customer Reviews
Tom Tom could improve the website (My Tom Tom) but it's ealy days yet.
Easy to use, seems to work well on route, pretty much like every other TomTom!
Downsides to this device
The USB lead is quite short for in car use depending on the placement of your vehicles cigarette lighter socket and where you want to put it in the screen - though I imagine this isn't limited to the Start 25.
There is no Quick Fix on this system, so it can take several minutes to lock onto the satellites - it does ask you when planning a route if you want to start from the last known point, but that isn't much use if you want to set off immediately. You just have to remember to boot it up as soon as you get in the car before you do anything, otherwise you can be in for quite a wait before you can set off.
BUT ... downloading the latest maps was a nightmare. They give you one Free download of the latest maps. Luckily I had read other reviews which told me to use the MyTomTom and NOT TomTomHome website. Even then, I wished that I had stuck with the maps already installed. However, the software updates seemed to improve some of the features. I spent a whole afternoon and evening fighting the system, and overran my 10 GB monthly broadband limit. I wish that TomTom allowed you to select individual countries, and not the whole of Europe every time. UK + France is all I need just now. At one stage, it almost finished loading the maps and said ERROR. I now had NO maps installed, and it took some persuading to let me do it again without paying for an update. The instructions for resetting the Start25 were wrong, and obviouslly apply to another model which allows you to remove its casing. On the Start25, just hold the on/off button down for about 15-20 seconds. This was the documented procedure for a different model!
In use, it gave clear instructions, and I was very impressed with its speed of re-routing when I chose to go a different way. Usually within about 25 yards, with no nagging voice telling me I had gone wrong! The touch screen is easy to use, and the safety (speed!) camera warnings excellent. However, I must select some less intrusive warning alarms!
Then, after having been instructed by the device that I should contact Tom Tom support they tell me that this device is 'not compatible with Windows 7 64 bit operating system' - well that's really handy because that's the operating system I have - so what do I do now? I am still waiting to hear from Tom Tom.
Very upset by this poor product.
It fails to find a GPS signal in 4 different areas of the UK, my friend and neighbour who has an older version has no problems in these same areas.
I have tried connecting it to my PC (when at home) in case downloads need to be done to solve the problem, but, to no avail, I am informed all is up to date.
DO NOT BUY THIS MODEL - IF IT WORKS FOR YOU, YOU COULD WELL END UP BEING STRANDED IN GOODNESS KNOWS WHERE!
on the first use she done the job.
I recommend it to every one who wants simple sat nav.
it is very good
However, 3 or 4 days after receiving delivery, I get a message from TomTom stating that my subscription to Speed Cameras ends... Read more
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