Wanderlust

Reviewed in the Daily Telegraph Weekend section on 17 November, 2007.

4/5.

Price: £299

From: www.satmap.com

Available from: Blacks 0800 665410

The DT described this item as "robust and waterproof" and good enough to signal the death knell of the fold-up map.

Location is shown on digital UK OS and Landranger maps, plus statistics outputs such as route elevation, time, distance and speed.

I have a mapping Satnav but only would use it in the direst emergency. This is because, unlike a map, it is difficult to get a sense of the ground you are walking over - the topography or the lie of the land, call it what you will - through the small map window. And you can get a lot of maps for £299. The review didn't mention how the maps were updated over time and if this meant additional future cost.

Conclusion: great for route planning, knowing exactly where you are, and in emergencies. But keep your usual map and compass by your side - and know how to use them. 

 David