RV navigation (Device or app)
First, is using google maps for RV navigation a no-no? If so, is there a good app to use or do you have to get a device?
Forum Discussion
Note all of those using google maps or one of the generic apps. that mention having a problem with a bridge, small curvy road or dirt road. etc..
That is the exact reason not to use those apps and get a dedicated device.
Yes in each case they survived, but there as certainly angst an aggravation that could have been avoided with better guidance. Google maps is not going to send you off a cliff, but it will as noted lead you to a low clearance or other road that is not RV friendly.
For the record never trust any GPS or app 100% when driving a large RV. Especially if you are towing. Turning around is often not a simple option.
There are better choices than google maps and the generic apps.
I use a dedicated RV GPS. For the most part it works and keeps me on bigger roads. A gain not 100% foolproof but close . Much better than generic apps that are not even trying to find RV friendly routes.
As mentioned those relying on google maps are experiencing issues as noted above.
If you want a more reliable method get a RV dedicated device, if you want to gamble a bit use generic apps.
That is the exact reason not to use those apps and get a dedicated device.
Yes in each case they survived, but there as certainly angst an aggravation that could have been avoided with better guidance. Google maps is not going to send you off a cliff, but it will as noted lead you to a low clearance or other road that is not RV friendly.
For the record never trust any GPS or app 100% when driving a large RV. Especially if you are towing. Turning around is often not a simple option.
There are better choices than google maps and the generic apps.
I use a dedicated RV GPS. For the most part it works and keeps me on bigger roads. A gain not 100% foolproof but close . Much better than generic apps that are not even trying to find RV friendly routes.
As mentioned those relying on google maps are experiencing issues as noted above.
If you want a more reliable method get a RV dedicated device, if you want to gamble a bit use generic apps.
