TomTom Start reviews

Here’s a list of the questions other shoppers have asked owners of the TomTom Start

1. does it says street names and warning about speed cameras
   
   nik asked on 09 Mar 2011
   1. yes it shows all streets and warns you well in advance about speed cameras. it bleeps to tell you a speed camera isn't far away this tomtom is just great if you need to no more please ask you can't go wrong with this it updates its self also
      thanks
      monique
      
      monique replied on 14 Mar 2011

       
   2. Yes to both questions, we are thrilled with our Tom Tom.
      
      Mavis replied on 14 Mar 2011

       
2. is it easy to operate, as i,ve not had one before, and is it clear to understand the instructions as your driving, would it tell you which lane to get in to, i,m forever getting lost so its something i really need.
   
   irene asked on 01 May 2011
   1. yeah its great i bought this for my partner as we were traveling for newcastle to london it got us there and back without any problems yeah it was telling us what lane to be in also spots cameras good luck if you need more help than please get intouch
      monique
      
      monique replied on 03 May 2011

       
   2. Very easy to operate. Just follow the steps and away you go. It has been so helpful taking us around places where we usually get lost! and telling us which lane to get into in plenty of time.
      Mavis
      
      Mavis replied on 07 May 2011

       
3. We hope to use this to go geocaching. In other words we need maps of footpathpaths as well as roads.
   Does it locate latitude and longitude from where you are to where you wish to go?
   
   Chris asked on 03 Jun 2011
   1. i dont drive myself bought this for my partner. but i am the one holding the tom tom (sat nav) it works for us just put all this information in and yes it will keep you right. its great enjoy even the voice on it isn't annoying.
      
      monique replied on 04 Jun 2011

       
4. can i use this sat nav in a hgv truck
   
   dave asked on 04 Jun 2011
   1. shouldn't see why not. not that i drive hgv trucks. i've seen tom tom's in other vans trucks ect. give it ago
      
      monique replied on 06 Jun 2011

       
5. thinking of getting this sat nav can i use it to look for postcodes ?
   
   anita asked on 10 Jun 2011
   1. you could i had problems with signal in my town I returned mine after a day
      
      A verified owner replied on 10 Jun 2011

       
   2. Yes you can. No problems
      
      Ken replied on 10 Jun 2011

       
   3. yes no problem.
      
      monique replied on 10 Jun 2011

       
6. How does it fix into your car ie where do you stick it?
   
   
   Jo asked on 27 Jun 2011
   1. You get a windscreen bracket with it that attaches to the windscreen
      
      Ken replied on 27 Jun 2011

       
7. Which Tom Tom would you recommend for me. I am new to driving in the UK, not a tech junky so like it simple and accessible?
   
   Jo asked on 28 Jun 2011
   1. i would recommend the tom tom start
      
      monique replied on 28 Jun 2011

       
8. Can I upgrade tomtom start to include north america.
   
   eric asked on 02 Jul 2011
   1. dont no for sure but i would think you could up date it by putting the USB into your computer. if you need anymore help get back to me and i will try it on my laptop. good luck
      
      monique replied on 04 Jul 2011

       
9. I see that some other SatNav Models provide a live services free subscription for the first 2 or 3 years. Do you have to subscribe to the live services subscription? And how much does this service cost?
   
   Josh asked on 04 Jul 2011
   1. Im sorry but i dont know didnt have it for long enough my sat nav couldnt pick any sihnal in my town so returned it after 2 days of trying to find my own address.
      sorry i wasnt any help
      
      A verified owner replied on 04 Jul 2011

       
10. How do you upate the tomtom and is it free?
    
    Sue asked on 11 Jul 2011
    1. your car will update the tomtom but your computer will also do the same job but abit better and yes its free
       
       monique replied on 13 Jul 2011

        
11. does it recognise speed camara's
    
    Rebecca asked on 22 Jul 2011
    1. Yes it does
       
       Ken replied on 22 Jul 2011

        
    2. Yes and there is a feature to add any you spot and upload to the internet. When you plug your Sat Nav in it apparently automatically updates though I havent done that yet.
       
       Cheers
       
       Steve
       
       Steven replied on 22 Jul 2011

        
12. Does the Tomtom start have a connection port for 3.5mm Headphones? I want to use the Tomtom while on my motorbike but obviously wont be able to hear the directions with my helmet on, hence my need to use headphones. I have looked on all websites and connot find out if it does or n0t. All i need to know is confirmation that you can indeed use headphones and if so do they plug straight into the tomtom? or do I need to buy an adaptor to use headphones?
    
    Hoping you can help,
    
    Thanks.
    
    Stuart asked on 23 Jul 2011
    1. Hi Stuart
       i bought the tomtom for my boyfriend he isn't hear just now so i cant check for you but i have been on Amazon for you they do have headsets for the tomtom. so i think the answer to your question could be yes. get back to me if you need anymore advice
       
       monique replied on 24 Jul 2011

        
13. Does it include Channel Islands?
    
    Darryl asked on 15 Sep 2011
    1. Just checked. Yes.
       
       Steven replied on 18 Sep 2011

        
14. What accesroies does it come with, such as in car charger, home charger, case, brakcet etc
    
    many thanks
    
    
    Lucy asked on 16 Sep 2011
    1. yeah it comes with car charger.it plugs into the cigarette socket ect you can charge it also on your computer with the usb this you get with the tom tom. lets no if you need anymore help
       
       monique replied on 16 Sep 2011

        
    2. It comes with the bracket to mount to your windscreen, car charger, usb lead to connect to your pc. No home charger or case.
       
       Simon replied on 16 Sep 2011

        
    3. Comes with car charger, bracket and usb lead. It doesn't come with a case or home charger. Just use the usb lead to charge it up from your pc
       
       Ken replied on 17 Sep 2011

        
15. I just want a simple, easy to use sat nav. Is this the one for me?
    
    Ali asked on 17 Sep 2011
    1. Definitely. Thats what I wanted and its a straightforward sat nav with no frills that never seem to get used.
       
       Steven replied on 18 Sep 2011

        
    2. I am rubbish with technology and I have found this very easy to use - I honestly wouldn't be without it now!
       
       Natasha replied on 19 Sep 2011

        
16. Apart from adhering to the windscreen can you use an attachment to stick the TomTom to the dashboard or can you place inside the beanbag type holder?
    
    Alex asked on 19 Sep 2011
    1. not sure but have a go i dont drive bought this for my partner i will find out for you and get back to you if you want
       
       monique replied on 19 Sep 2011

        
    2. Sorry but can't help with this one. Have only used the supplied windscreen sticker type mount. I would think though that there is possibly a way of attaching it to your dash. Try going on the tomtom website to see what's available, as you only get the windscreen mount with the sat nav when you buy it. Sorry can't help any more. Good Luck!!
       
       Ken replied on 20 Sep 2011

        
17. I wondered if you can get an update for NSW, Australia so I could take it on holiday with me?
    
    Sue asked on 20 Sep 2011
    1. Im afraid I dont know. The device only has UK built in. Might be worth checking with Tom Tom direct, cant find the manual to check Im afraid.
       
       Sorry I couldnt help.
       
       Steve
       
       Steven replied on 22 Sep 2011

        
    2. I am sorry, I don't know
       
       Natasha replied on 22 Sep 2011

        
    3. i would think so try updating it with the usb on your computer. there you will find all the information you will need good luck
       
       monique replied on 22 Sep 2011

        
18. can you navigate to a street name not just postcodes?
    Also does it have an option to navigate to recent destinations?
    
    
    chris asked on 25 Sep 2011
    1. Hello , it does do both options I am well pleased with the tom tom
       
       mark replied on 25 Sep 2011

        
    2. Yes you can navigate to sreet name as well as postcode providing obviously you put the town/city you want too, and you can navigate to recent destinations too.
       
       Ken replied on 26 Sep 2011

        
    3. Hello , it does do both options I am well pleased with the tom tom
       
       mark replied on 26 Sep 2011

        
19. If I put the house number will it take me to the house frontage? And does it tell you which side of road it ios on?
    
    Sally asked on 27 Sep 2011
    1. Pretty much depending on how big the area covered by the post code is. I dont think the map is detailed enough to show the side of the road but if the post code is different then it will.
       
       
       Steven replied on 29 Sep 2011

        
    2. I doubt it will show you which side of the road the house you are looking for is on, and it depends how big an area the postcode covers as to whether it will take you to the actual house frontage
       
       Ken replied on 29 Sep 2011

        
    3. i live in newcastle i was visiting my son who lives in choppington. i put his door number in post code ect it did take me to his house but dont think it can tell you what side of the road the house is on. when you get to the road or street your looking for it tells you that you have reached your destination
       
       monique replied on 30 Sep 2011

        
20. Does it have a Yoda voice already installed?
    
    Ellie asked on 28 Sep 2011
    1. Not that I am aware of but pc you can download from
       
       mark replied on 28 Sep 2011

        
    2. you can download free tomtom voices from the internet. just type in download free tomtom voices. should come up with yoda yoda just follow instructions. hope this helps
       
       monique replied on 30 Sep 2011

        
21. Can you input complete postcodes? The original Tom Tom Go would only take the first part of the postcode, which is virtually useless.
    
    Peter asked on 29 Sep 2011
    1. Yes.
       Iit obviously gets you straight to the location with the full postcode.
       You can put less in and it will get you as far as it can.
       There are other options on finding key locations and landmarks etc. So several ways of getting to a place if you dont have full postcode and straight to it if you dont.
       
       Rgds
       
       Steve
       
       Steven replied on 29 Sep 2011

        
22. Does it warn you if you exceed the speed limit for its current position
    
    RIB asked on 30 Sep 2011
    1. not sure about that. it tells you if you are getting near to speed cameras. also when you are approaching a bridge ect. so it should be able to tell you that i will ask my partner as i bought the tomtom for him he is a very good driver when i'm in the car.
       
       monique replied on 02 Oct 2011

        
    2. It constantly shows the speed you should be doing and the speed you are doing. It also makes a litle warning noise. it also warns you about speed cameras.
       
       Natasha replied on 03 Oct 2011

        
23. can i add aditinal maps to this tom tom start and if yes can you tell me where can i download aditinal maps thanks
    
    Dushan asked on 03 Nov 2011
    1. Hi,
       you need to download Tom Tome Home onto your PC. You can then arrange to purchase different maps through this with your sat-nav linked to your PC . Similarly you will receive free up-grades to your exsisting map within the warranty period. Looked quite straight forward.
       
       Robert replied on 04 Nov 2011

        
24. Need it for traveling round Spain can you download maps from your PC?
    
    Rob asked on 25 Feb 2012
    1. sorry but I have not tried to download any maps,
       but the sat nav is great.
       
       Diane replied on 04 Mar 2012

        
    2. yes sat nav is good for its value. I think you have to purchase map.
       
       pragnesh replied on 08 Mar 2012

        
25. Is a case a desirable accessory. If so I found difficulty in finding the appropriate one on Tesco Direct
    
    Michael asked on 28 Feb 2012
    1. I don't have a case for my TomTom. I keep it in a bubble wrap bag when not in use.
       
       David replied on 02 Mar 2012

        
    2. No - I keep mine, along with the mount & the charger etc in a small coolbag !
       
       
       Sandra replied on 05 Mar 2012

        

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