With a traditional on-road GPS unit it will provide you with turn by turn directions, but not much else. And while that's fine for standard city driving, when you're out in the high country you often need a little more information to help you along your route.

With off-road GPS you are typically provided actual topographical information that allows one to navigate based on what's around you, and read the terrain as if you were reading an old paper map. This makes every bit of difference and will make your trip that much more enjoyable (not to mention stress-free).

Both fixed mount and handheld UHF radios offer clear, reliable communication and can be used to keep in touch with team members, coordinate tasks, and stay informed in emergencies. They are an essential tool for anyone who needs to stay connected in a variety of settings.

Most offroad GPS units will be more than sufficient on-road GPSs too, so really you're getting the best of both worlds.

The Different Type of GPS Navigation Systems

There's quite a few different types of GPS systems available. 4x4 Down Under stocks a wide range of the best 4x4 GPS unit types including Offroad 4WD GPS, GPS's for big rigs, for utes and also for traditional city driving. Most of our models can cater to both the outback explorer and city dweller. Our offroad GPS units will include topographical features to asisst with navigating offroad trails and usually come loaded with 10's of thousands of maps and POIs. Look to VMS4x4 for an Australian made brand of superb in-dash and portable GPS units for your next bush adventure, as well as big favourites like Hema and Garmin. 

If you're looking for something particularly tough that's able to take a bit more punishment, then you'll want to check out the Tread range from Garmin. These are built to take a beating, and are primarily for off-road ATV and sporting activities. The Garmin Tread Powersport GPS Navigation Unit and the Garmin Tread Overland Edition (Powersport) are offroad powerhouses when it comes to tough and rugged GPS units.

We also stock a number of Garmin hiking GPS units for when you're out on foot! These tough, compact and lightweight navigators will ensure you always know where you are and don't run into any trouble. Check out the Garmin inReach Mini 2 GPS Satellite Communicator or the Garmin inReach Explorer+ GPS.

Our range of handheld UHF radios are compact and portable, making them perfect for use on the go. They are easy to carry and operate, and feature a variety of functions and features such as built-in microphones, LCD displays, and programmable buttons.

Using the filters to your left of the products (or in the filters menu if you're on a mobile), select from either a GPS that is built into your dashboard/console, or a portable unit. And as always, if you have any questions feel free to reach out. We'd be happy to help!