TomTom Start

A cool new navigation device that represents the ultimate in easy-to-use, intelligent route planning. With only a single button, TomTom is able to give drivers the fastest route to their destination, so they have total peace of mind.

TomTom Start makes smart use of the driving experiences of millions of TomTom users worldwide. It taps into over 800 billion speed measurements on the map to plan the fastest route, IQ Routes ™, and allows users to make their own map changes, and benefit from thousands of free map corrections made by TomTom users every day (Map Share™).

Available in six colours, the TomTom Start is the perfect travel companion. The device is lightweight, has a compact 3.5” screen and comes with an integrated mount, making the whole navigation package fit into a pocket, small bag or glove compartment.

The simplified menu gives users easy access to the safety camera database and thousands of Points of Interest pre-installed into the device.

For further personalisation, users can go to TomTom HOME desktop software to download a wealth of content, including start-up screens and a range of fun voices.

Availability and Pricing

The TomTom Start standard edition is available in black and white, from retail stores at £119 for a regional map and £139 for a European map. Changeable covers (StartSkins) are available via the tomtom website and retailers for only £14.99 per colour.

TomTom Start Features

• Plug & Go – no installation needed; plug in and tap the touch screen
• Simplified menu – two simple buttons, Plan route and Browse map
• Lightweight, 128g device with a 3.5” screen and semi-fixed EasyPort™ mount that folds neatly onto the back of the device, making the whole navigation package simple to remove and carry
• Loud and clear voice instructions.
• Best routing and maps
• IQ Routes technology – calculates the fastest route any time of day based on the driving experience of millions of TomTom users whose experience is included in the maps
• Map Share technology – drivers benefit from thousands of free map corrections made by TomTom users every day
• Accessories – optional upgrades
• Changeable covers (StartSkins), including matching protective bags. StartSkins available in: Flaming red, Ice blue, Electric green Deep purple. Sunburst yellow and Flaming orange are also available. Priced at £14.99 per colour
• Carry case, £19.99
• USB home charger
• USB car charger

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