Perks
Mio's quality is widely regarded and its Moov series of car global positioning systems, with digital screens ranging from 3 1/2 inches to 4.7 inches. Several models incorporate Mio's innovative Mio Spirit interface, utilizing a touch-screen navigation that makes finding destinations and plotting a journey a snap. The more advanced models also come pre-loaded with millions of pre-loaded points of interest.
Sacrifices
Mio's lack of offerings in the hiking and hand-held arenas is disappointing. It offers a wide range of these products in other countries, which can be adapted for use in the United States with the appropriate maps, but this is a serious drawback in its marketability and usefulness.
Bottom Line
Mio offers an excellent product in a range of prices so even the most budget-minded traveler can find an appropriate model. Its lack of hiking and hand-held models is disappointing, but if you're looking for a car GPS from a responsible company, Mio is a great choice.
Article Written By Beau Prichard
Beau Prichard has been a freelance writer and editor since 1999. He specializes in fiction, travel and writing coaching. He has traveled in the United Kingdom, Europe, Mexico and Australia. Prichard grew up in New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing from George Fox University.
