Buying an Outdoor GPS? Compare UK Retailers Side-by-Side
When you’re buying an outdoor GPS unit or GPS watch, it’s not just the price that matters.
The level of support and service can make a huge difference to your experience.
With so many retailers selling the same products, it can be hard to know who offers genuine value. Here’s a breakdown of how the main UK retailers compare.
📊 GPS Retailer Comparison Table
| Retailer | GPS Unit Set-Up | Quick Start Guide | Telephone Support | Email Support | Free Training | Extras (Trade-In, Manuals) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor GPS Shop | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ |
| GPS Training | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ BaseCamp manual, trade-in |
| Garmin Direct | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Something positive about buying directly from the manufacturer |
| Ultimate Outdoors | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ |
| Active GPS | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ |
| Blacks / Go Outdoors | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ |
| Millets | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ |
Which is Best for You?
- Want the lowest price? Choose Outdoor GPS Shop — your unit arrives fully set up, with a Quick Start Guide, and often at prices 10–50% cheaper than other retailers.
- Want expert support and training? Choose GPS Training — telephone support, email support, and free online training all included.
- Want to buy from big chains or brand-direct? Expect little or no GPS-specific support.
✅ The Bottom Line
At Outdoor GPS Shop, we keep it simple: great prices, ready-to-use GPS units, and a Quick Start Guide to get you going. Perfect if you know your way around a GPS or just want the best deal.
If you’d prefer ongoing training, telephone/email support, and extra resources, head to our sister site GPS Training for the full premium package.
👉 Shop now at Outdoor GPS Shop for the best price
👉 Visit GPS Training for premium support and training
Outdoor GPS Units
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SaleGarmin eTrex SE
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SaleGarmin eTrex 22x
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SaleGarmin eTrex Solar
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SaleGarmin eTrex 32x
Regular price From £198.99 GBPRegular priceUnit price / per£219.99 GBPSale price From £198.99 GBPSale
Multisport GPS Watches
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Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
Regular price From £249.99 GBPRegular priceUnit price / per£299.99 GBPSale price From £249.99 GBPSale -
Suunto Race S Stainless Steel
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Garmin Instinct 2x Solar
Regular price £299.98 GBPRegular priceUnit price / per£339.99 GBPSale price £299.98 GBPSale -
SaleCoros Apex 2
Regular price £299.99 GBPRegular priceUnit price / per£349.00 GBPSale price £299.99 GBPSale