Customer Reviews

Assorted Neoprene Sleeve Carrying Case for Garmin Nuvi 255W 500 550 900T

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I wanted a cheap case to prevent the screen from being scratched on my Garmin Nuvi 255W. That is exactly what it does. It is a loose fit. I cram the car power cord in the zip pocket on the side (which is a tight fit). I then put the whole thing in my suitcase when traveling.

Works well.

-Pam

This bag has enough room to put the Garmin Nuvi widescreen in and the power cord; it's a squeeze but definately can be done. The zipper is plastic coated so it won't scratch the screen of the GPS as you slide it in and out of the case. The inside is soft so it won't scratch the screen. The handle to carry it is convenient to slip over your hand so you don't drop it; much like a camera case. I would recommend the product; for the price and quality it's worth it. The colors I bought were Blue and grey. The picture looks like the color you get.

I just wanted a little case to have some extra protection for my nuvi255. I got the blue case - it looks as pictured, so I'm pleased in that department. As another reviewer stated, it is a loose fit. I was hoping for something a little more snug, and with a little more padding inside, but I guess for the price I can't complain! It definitely fits in there, and there's room for the card charger. If it was a little more snug and more padded I would have given it 5 stars.

Oh, we're darned if we do and darned if we don't. Loose fit or tight fit?

Well, the Neoprene Sleeve Carrying Case for the Garmin Nuvi 255W is, in fact, a loose fit.

Now, why would that be a problem?

Actually it isn't REALLY a problem in terms of function, but a tighter fitting Neoprene cover apparently would make me "feel better" psychologically, about it.

Ok, maybe there is a legitimate "protection" reason, i.e. the looser fit allows for shifting of the device within the sleeve, which might make it less safe - from exactly what, I'm not sure.

Maybe it's just that it's a waste of fabric.

Or, maybe it's that the extra fabric bunches a bit, which makes it more difficult to cram down in your day bag.

Positive Features:

I think the wrist strap is a plus. I had a case that did not have the wrist strap. This means that to transport the Garmin, you have to pick up the actual Garmin - and the more times you come in contact with it, even through a Neoprene Sleeve, the more likely you are to scratch the screen or the casing.

That all being said, I don't recommend habitually twirling the thing around on the wrist strap because 1) you're likely to let it go and break it and 2) you might, very well, wack some unspecting soul in the noggin.

The wrist strap is detachable, in case you find it annoying or your find a 6 year old who can't resist swinging the thing around and hitting people in the noggin.

Fashion colors are always a nice addition to any of these product lines. You really only need one of these things, so choose wisely. I'm not aware of too many people that try to match their Garmin pouches to their outfits. But hey, if that's your bag... have at it.

The zipper is "rubberized" so that it won't scratch up the device if you zip too close.

There is a zip pocket on this sleeve, for what, precisely, I'm not sure. The power cord is really a tight squeeze for this pouch, and I have to tell you, while I know the neoprene is a great fabric to protect devices like this, I just don't see the plus side of cramming anything with metal on it inside the pocket of the Sleeve. The pocket isn't a design "flaw" per se - but really, it's unnecessary, in my book.

However, (and more on Garmin safety in a moment) I take my Garmin out of my car a lot, especially when I'm in the grocery store. And what do you know, coupons fit in that little pocket. I'm certain it wasn't designed for that, but in case you're trying to figure out what could or should go in there.... how about coupons... or a few dollars....or a torn off return address from an envelope that you're going to plug in to the device. Or many it's a quick tear from a flyer with an address of a store you want to go to.

We've used the sleeve with positive results. No scratches or bumps or bruises. I suppose the extra space within the sleeve is nice in that it's easy to get the device in an out.

And finally, it's Neoprene. Neoprene is not waterPROOF, but it is waterRESISTANT. So, when you step out of the car and get hit by a sprinkler, you don't ruin your Garmin. Likewise, you're late and running in the rain, probably don't ruin your Garmin. I do not recommend diving in the pool with it in the Neoprene, or allowing it to be used as a bath toy because Neoprene does, in fact, take on water.

Not so positive things - There's nothing BAD. Just useless pockets, in my opinion, and a bagginess that's just more of an annoyance than anything else. But at least you can have an apple green annoyance, if you so choose.

A NOTE ON SAFETY:

Garmins, and all GPS systems, are hot targets for thieves. It literally takes them under 3 seconds to steal yours. They smash your window, grab it, and they are gone.

Accordingly, these Neoprene Sleeves are a handy way to keep your Garmin safe, not only from scratches and such, but from thieves -- that is if you will remember to take your Garmin with you when you "exit your vehicle." Likewise, do not leave the mounting bracket on the dash or windshield as this is nothing more than an advertisement to thieves - "Hey, lookie here, there's probably a GPS in this car." I can't tell you the number of people I know who take their Garmins out of their cars but leave the mounting brackets up - only to have their window smashed and then things tossed about in the car because the thief was annoyed that the Garmin wasn't there.

Yes, you can lock it in the glove box, but in under 10 seconds, they will smash your window and open the box with a screwdriver.

So, TAKE THE GARMIN WITH YOU - and since you should do that, give one of these Neoprene cases a try.

I bought this for my Garmin Nuvi 255W GPS unit, and it is way too big. It is a nice bag, maybe I will find another use for it.

Great case for my Garmin. I got the pink color so I can find it easily in my suitcase and purse. Just enough size to hold the cables that go with it, and no problems with shipping or receiving it on time!! Highly recommended.

It's a nice case..lots of room for the Garmin, but I wouldn't want to stuff the adapter inside as other have. Comes with wrist strap which is great,a zippered side pocket.I really liked it, but the only reason I have not used it is because it has a terrible smell. I've washed it several times and the smell is still there. I'm just going to put it in the Goodwill pile and buy something different. I guess the smell comes with the neoprene material.

Perhaps this is "my bad," but I assumed the bag would hold the Garmin device and the charge cord AND the mounting bracket. If you're taking the GPS on a trip, you want ALL OF THIS to fit. And if you're taking the GPS down to avoid theft, you ALSO want to take all of it with you - or at least take the mounting bracket down and hide it.

As mentioned by other reviewers, the bag is a loose fit for just the GPS, a tight fit with the power cord - and you can even get half the mounting bracket in. But it ends there. So, for now, when I travel, I'll put the mounting bracket in a baggie and then put the Neoprene sleeve (GPS inside) into the baggie. Okay, I guess, but not the "elegant" solution I was looking for.

In conclusion, this is a protective sleeve for JUST THE GPS and the powercord - not for what I at least consider the entire unit.

Great product...bought one for each of my sons and one for myself. Looks nice and protects the GPS.

These are great value for money. Fits a PND, Battery & cables. I like the green as it stands out from all the black cases.