TomTom GO 2405TM GPS Review


TomTom has recently launched a brand new sleek GPS system for car navigation, that has a whole new look and feel. It’s called the TomTom GO 2405TM GPS. This model features more intuitive software than before, for a better user experience. To add to that ease, it has a brighter, high-res touch screen. Just like your favorite smart phone, it also has a pinch and zoom for easy map viewing and with just a swipe of a finger, you can navigate through streamlined menu screens. TomTom has also created a patented, high-speed algorithm that allows for instant route planning so you’ll get to all your family commitments on time.

The TomTom GO 2450TM‘s main features:

  • Outsmart traffic and road changes with Lifetime Traffic & Map Updates
  • Premium maps of the US, Canada & Mexico with Map Share On-Demand Updates
  • Always the smartest, fastest route with IQ Routes
  • Navigate easily with crisp, sharp graphics & intuitive user menus
  • Pinch to zoom and swipe from screen to screen using gestures

My family is not newbies when it comes to GPS Systems, since my husband works daily in remote locations. He relies on a GPS and can tell instantly if it’ll work for him. The TomTom GO 2405TM offers premium maps of the US, Canada & Mexico, with the ability to navigate to almost any address – including over 7 million points of interest, like gas stations, restaurants, hotels and more. So, this is a great GPS for work or leisure use.

Yet, like all products of technology, we have all become really picky when it comes to size and various shortcuts to help along the way. The 2405TM has a sleek 5-inch glass touchscreen, which is small enough to not be clunky – yet your fingers can still easily swipe and pinch-to-zoom for easy map viewing. It can mount to the windshield or dash, using the click & lock magnetic mount. As well, it can easily fit into a pocket. So, for those who love to Geo-cache – this one’s for you!

The TomTom GO 2405TM is compatible with Bluetooth mobile phone with voice recognition, to safely use {hands-free} when driving. This TomTom responds to 130 different verbal commands, and can even read emails and text messages!

One smart feature of the TomTom GO 2405TM is the Lifetime Traffic & Map Updates – it automatically receives live traffic updates and, if you choose, will automatically re-route you to an alternative, faster route. And the ‘recalculating’ doesn’t take as long as other brands, such as the Garmin my husband owns. This saves much time and energy. True to only TomTom, there is also IQ Routes – evaluation of routes based on actual trafficspeeds, rather than static, posted speed limits. Every few months you can download the Lifetime Map Updates for the latest full map {TomTom also has Map Share On-Demand Updates, so you can download verified updates from other drivers in between the full map releases}.

For those that are GPS newbies, rest assured this one is easy to use – it works right out of the box! TomTom is the world’s leading navigation solutions provider with navigation products sold in 30 countries and in over 20 languages. The TomTom GO 2405TM model has the latest features and some pretty smart technology that those new to GPS system’s {and those who are looking for a more advanced and new model as an upgrade} will adore. And, with GPS Systems being such a popular gifting item for Christmas, it’s definitely one to take into consideration!

Disclosure: I was provided with product to facilitate this post, opinions are my own.

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  1. I didnt know they made bike navagations Simplified menu
    Glove-friendly screen
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    Map of Europe (45 countries)
    Advanced Lane Guidance

  13. I could really use the TOM TOM and the 12 month road side assistnace they offer as i travel with kids, and am not a confident drive I get lost easily!!

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  20. I read that the TomTom Speed Cameras service gives you fixed speed camera locations, so you can drive safely and stay relaxed

  29. I didn’t know that they had bike navigation, and the Rider Pro says that it’s waterproof!

  30. I learned that XL IQ Routes™ edition² Regional
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  39. I learned that their iphone app comes with fixed safety camera alerts pre-installed, to help you to drive more safely and responsibly!

  45. I learned that if you buy any TomTom device between 8th December 2010 and 31st January 2011 through TomTom.com you can get 12 months Roadside Assistance for only $1.
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  51. I love this. You can purchase different voices like Daffy Duck, Sylvester or C-3PO. That would be funny.

  91. I found they have Smarter bike navigation at your fingertips with different maps according to your location.

  98. They sell bike navigation systems for Europe too – that’s very cool!

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  115. I learned that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US.

  116. I learned that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US.

  117. I learned that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US.

  120. I didn’t know they offer 12 months of Road side assistance, thats great for those of us who travel on the highway daily to get to work!

  138. I learned that there is a TomTom Car Kit for iPod Touch with up to date map information.
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  144. I learned that they sell Speed Cameras to detect 25,000 speed camera locations across Europe.

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  154. I learned they have a product/app for the iPhone. As an iPhone user, I’m not sure how I missed this. But, I love it.

  158. I learned that they have a really useful and comprehensive maps application for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

  170. I learned that I can purchased updated maps as they come available and they have an iPhone app. They also sell a device that will alert you to high speed cameras which is cool!

  176. They have TomTom Speed Cameras service which gives you fixed speed camera locations.

  183. i didnt know they made Bike Navigation, Smarter bike navigation at your fingertips, but i think its a fabulous ideal

  190. I visited the TomTom site and learned about the Rider Pro Europe Bike Navigator – it has a map of 45 European countries, and it also has a 3.5″ glove friendly touch screen!

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  232. After visiting TomTom I seen their Speed Cameras and I had never even heard of these things before! I learned about this product as well as the information of this product being: Report and share speed camera locations with more than 25 million
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  239. I learned that The TomTom Speed Cameras service gives you fixed speed camera locations, so you can drive safely and stay relaxed – plus you avoid costly speeding fines. (Sounds like the radar detectors that my Dad was so fond of back in his day!)

  245. The bike navigation has a advanced Lane Guidance. Would love to win. Please enter me, thank you

  249. I learned that the car charger that they offer can be pluged into the car lighter!

  250. I love their roadside assistance and their “manifesto” is great too!
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  254. The TomTom Go products can be used in Europe, or adapted to different areas.

  257. I learned that they manufacture Urban Rider Regional; a bike gps than you can get with roadside assistance. (looks like it is only available in Europe though).

  261. XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US.

  262. Great features! I need some direction in my life and the TOM TOM 2405TM can get the job done.

  263. TomTom Speed Cameras service gives you fixed speed camera locations

  269. Learned that the TomTom iPhone app lets you make changes to a map and share it with others to improve the usability of the map.

  279. I learned that they make maps for different countries.
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  285. I learned that you can order refurbished gps units directly from their website at a great discount

  290. Map Update Service
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  293. I learned you can download a TomTom app for iPhone and iPod touch.

  294. Just reading about the Safety camera alerts
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  306. I learned you can get celebrity voices for your TomTom device like SpongeBob, Darth Vader, and Dora.

  313. I did not know that they made GPS for bikes or that you could get celebrity voices to guide your Tom Tom. So cool!

  325. I learned that the TomTom car kit for iPhone for in-car installation has Clear, spoken turn-by-turn instructions and Hands-free calling

  326. I found out that there are many voices you can get for your Tom Tom, including Bugs Bunny and Yoda.

  327. I learnt that Tom Tom has an accessory called a Traffic Receiver which plugs into the Tom Tom (and then to the cigarette lighter) which will then automatically update any traffic info!

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  333. XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US.

  336. I didn’t know they could tell you about speed cameras. That is quite a neat feature.

  342. I learned that the TomTom Speed Cameras service gives you fixed speed camera locations. Good to know.

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  359. I see they make a bean bag mount which is perfect because you can take it off the dash and leave no trace. Keeps people from seeing that you have a GPS and breaking into your car to steal it.

  364. I was reading about their Fluid Touch Screens and how you can pinch to zoom. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  373. I learned that TomTom has an app for iPhones, and also car kits so you can use your phone hands-free while on the road. It fits any iPhone and can be mounted on the windshield or dashboard.

  385. I learn about Mobile Navigation Smart and easy navigation on your mobile phone. They also have Bike Navigation but not in Canada.

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  389. I found out that the they offer a GPS for bikes although this site seems designed for Europe since the price is in pounds and the maps are of Europe. One interesting point is that the they offer a year’s roadside assistance with the device for the modest price of 1 pound.

  391. I learned that the TomTom App for iPhone features HD traffic. Thanks for the chance! 🙂

  401. I learned that the XL 350 series offers Lifetime Traffic & Map Updates.

  406. I learned that they have bike navigation systems and that you can purchase 12 months road side assistance for your bike.

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  425. Hey, TomTom has an app for iPhones and iPod Touches. That is practical because I always have my phone with me.

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  438. Bike Navigation
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  445. GO LIVE 1005 Europe uses a fluid touch screen. Pretty cool sounding

  446. I like the bike navigation function! Taking into account all modes of transportation!

  448. I learned that if you buy any TomTom device between December 8, 2010 and January 31, 2011 through TomTom.com you can get 12 months Roadside Assistance for only $1.
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  458. i learned that TomTom Speed Cameras gives you advanced warnings on fixed speed cameras.
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  472. TomTom also has bike naviagation products such as the Urban rider regional.

  480. They also manufacture the Maps on SD card, which is very useful when traveling. There isn’t any need to have internet access, simply plug into computer device to access a map of choice.
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  490. I learned that there’s a Rider Pro Europe Bike navigator- how cool. It has a map of 45 countries.

  503. I learned that they manufacture the 4GB SD Memory Card that can be used to add extra memory to your Carminat TomTom device for saving maps and/or other content.

  512. I learnt that TomTom app for iPhone uses Map Share™ technology.

  516. Wow if you buy any TomTom device between 8th December 2010 and 31st January 2011 through TomTom.com you can get 12 months Roadside Assistance for only a dollar

  531. They make a product called TomTom Speed Cameras. It give you an advanced warning about speed cameras. Thank you!

  555. I didn’t know you can purchase TomTom GPS apps for your iphone or ipod touch!

  571. I learned that they employ over 3,500 employees worldwide to create this product and this navigation offers Smarter bike navigation at your fingertips.

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  629. I didnt know they made bike navagations Simplified menu that’s cool

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  681. If I were athletic & into biking, they have something really cool: bike navigation for Europe.

  690. I learned that TomTom Speed Cameras gives you advanced warnings on fixed speed cameras.

    You can also get warnings about railway crossings,

  693. I didn’t realize they had bike specific GPS systems. What a great idea for my brother that mountain bikes in the Rockies!

  695. I found out that you can use it to listen to audio books, mags, and newspapers

  701. I learned that they have Urban Rider Regional for Bike Navigation and it is glove friendly.

  718. TomTom has the best MAPS in their shop! With an SD card it is really easy to get your new map without needing an internet connection. Map of Europe / Map of US & Canada. This is great for those who travel in and out of those destinations; or for anyone who hails from there and would need maps 🙂 This product is updated with 4 new Maps per year, which is an assurance that you can always drive with the latest Map for an unbeatable price. 🙂 this is a great product as on average 15% of roads change every year.

  738. i learned that the GO LIVE 1000 Europe tells you when you are speeding even though you aren’t in navigation mode

  780. I learned that you can purchase a celebrity voice download – how fun would that be?

  790. The XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US, which is super.

  795. I learned that I can get an app for my iphone, well if I had an iphone, but I think that would be really handy!

  801. Ive learned they have many voices for thier tomtoms like Star Wars™ voices now available for TomTom devices. Darth Vadar telling you to turn left or right is beyond sweet. lol. @MCJunkie

  802. I learned about the Rider Pro Europe, which is a GPS system specifically geared toward bike riders in Europe. I guess they do a lot more biking in Europe than in the US. Thank you for the great give-away. Happy New Year.

  814. I learned that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the USA.

  823. I learned they have a bike GPS (and here I thought I was going to be a millionaire when I invented one! oh well!) Some of the cool features are Simplified menu
    Glove-friendly screen
    Pre-installed maps of your region
    Advanced Lane Guidance

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  831. I learned that they also have a Go Live Regional that includes:
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  863. I learned that the TomTom Speed Cameras service gives you speed camera locations so you can be more alert and careful

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  887. I learned that TomTom Speed Cameras gives you advanced warnings on fixed speed cameras.

  895. I learned that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the US.

  908. I learned that they also offer 12-month roadside assistance.

  909. LOL My husband almost lept out of the chair beside me in excitement when we learned you can have the voice of Kitt from Knightrider on your Tom Tom..

  934. I learned that they make bike navigators that contain a map of Europe, including 45 countries.

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  966. I also like the TomTom Car Kit for iPhone. The enhances GPS is a huge feature and I really like that it has secure docking to your dashboard. This would be the perfect thing for my dad who has an iPhone and is constantly traveling! Thanks for the chance.

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  1004. learned that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Europe also.

  1030. I visited the site and found out that the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition has maps for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the United States too!