Yes, it is.
Subject says it all. Is the 2K in the electronics package worth the cost?
I'm a little worried about the hard drive crashing and taking my radio out with it.
Thoughts?
Thanks!
I know that the OP has already decided. Still, I thought I'd add my two cents.
Yes, it's worth it, at least it was for me. The Garmin is no comparison (what I used to use). And yes, a good smartphone can duplicate many of the services of the NAV.
But . . . the unit is convenient, works well, has many, many features and conveniences you won't find elsewhere. Like what? you ask.
Oh, the ability to quickly and easily enter destinations, or just intersections (handy, when you don't know the address);
Or, real-time weather radar (handy, when, for instance, we bugged out of Myrtle Beach ahead of the hurricane this summer);
Or, finding the nearest gas stations and their current prices
and having directions at the push of a single button; (use this LOTS on trips);
Or, finding and calling the pizza place to pick up something on your way to the hotel;
Or, great flexiibility for storing CDs in a Jukebox (10 gig) , Playing DVDs (but not while in motion), playing your iPod or loading your favorite MP3s via thumbdrive (4 gig for me) with playlists, or playing HD FM or Sirius stations.
As I said, the NAV unit is great for me. I've not had any drive or other issues with it. Your mileage may differ, of course.