Sat Navs

Sat Navs at Maplin

What is a Sat Nav?

A sat nav, short for satellite navigation system, is a GPS-powered device that provides real-time directions, maps, and traffic updates to help drivers navigate from point A to B efficiently. Unlike smartphone apps, dedicated sat navs offer larger screens, voice-guided navigation, offline maps, and features like speed limit alerts and lane guidance. Popular with road trippers and commuters, sat navs help reduce travel time, avoid traffic, and improve route accuracy—especially in areas with poor mobile signal.

Expanded Image

Sale
£269.99
£249.99
 per 
Sale
£299.99
£249.99
 per 
Sale
£399.99
£379.99
 per 

FAQ

What is a sat nav?


A sat nav (satellite navigation system) is a GPS-powered device that provides real-time turn-by-turn directions, route planning, and travel information to drivers, using data from global positioning satellites.

How is a sat nav different from using a smartphone GPS app?


Sat navs typically offer larger, glare-resistant screens, dedicated GPS signal receivers, offline maps, and no data usage, making them more reliable in areas with poor mobile coverage.