TomTom Via 1525SE 5 Inch GPS Navigation Device with Free Traffic, Free Maps of the US, Advanced Lane Guidance and Spoken Turn-By-Turn Directions
Brand | TomTom |
Model Name | TomTom Via 1525SE |
Vehicle Service Type | Car |
Screen Size | 5 Inches |
Special Feature | Advanced Lane Guidance |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Map Type | USA Maps |
Included Components | TomTom VIA 1525 device with reversible integrated mount, Car charger, RDS-TMC traffic receiver (on TM models), USB cable, Quick start guide, 45-day return policy, and free shipping. See more |
Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
Mounting Type | ['Windshield Mount', 'Dashboard Mount'] |
About this item
- Traffic updates: steer clear of traffic.Control Method:Touch.Special Feature:Touchscreen.
- Free map updates of the united states: Enjoy free map updates with the latest road changes at no extra cost
- Free software updates; Connect to your computer regularly for free software updates, including new features and improvements
- Advanced lane guidance: clearly see which lane to take at key junctions on your GPS. No more sudden lane changes or missed turns
- 5 inch touchscreen display with split screen junction view
- Spoken instructions in more than 30 different languages
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control method | touch | touch | touch | touch | — | touch |
resolution | 480 x 272 | 480 x 272 | 800 x 480 | 480 x 272 | 480 x 272 | 480 x 272 |
mounting type | ['Windshield Mount', 'Dashboard Mount'] | Dashboard Mount | Dashboard Mount | Windshield Mount, found in image, Dashboard Mount | — | Suction Cup Mount |
batteries included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
battery average life | — | — | 6 hours | 1 hours | — | 1 hours |
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TomTom VIA
Reversible integrated mount.
- Car charger & USB cable
- Documentation
- Car charger & USB cable
- Documentation
TomTom VIA
Easy, reliable navigation
Let the TomTom VIA GPS take the unknown out of your travels. Conveniently find the best routes with the search menu or touch a point on the map and you’re ready to drive. Arrive at your destination faster with free TomTom maps on all models plus traffic updates on select models. Our VIA offers Advanced Lane Guidance, which helps you prepare for your next directional move by highlighting the correct driving lane. Available in a 5” or 6” touchscreen, make navigation safe and stress-free.
Features & Benefits
TomTom Maps
Make sure you have the latest maps by connecting your TomTom VIA to your PC. We issue new maps seasonally - which include road changes and revised speed limits. Get these updates for at no extra cost.
Advanced Lane Guidance
Your TomTom VIA helps you prepare for exits and intersections by clearly highlighting the best driving lane for your planned route. You'll never miss a turn or have to make sudden lane crossings.
Free Software Updates
Our satellite navigations are constantly evolving. By regularly connecting your TomTom VIA to your computer, you can download our free software updates. You'll get new navigation features, improved performance and extra customization options in just a few minutes.
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Price | $279.99$279.99 | $299.99$299.99 | — | $399.99$399.99 |
TomTom Maps | US, Canada, Mexico | US, Canada, Mexico | World | World |
Screen Size | 5" | 5" and 6" | 5" and 6" | 7" |
Touchscreen Type | Resistive | Resistive | Capacitive | HD |
TomTom Traffic | Via Smartphone | Via Smartphone | Via Smartphone | Via Smartphone |
Speed Camera Updates | 3 Months | 3 Months | Ongoing Updates | 1 Year |
Updates via Wi-Fi | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✔ (3x faster) |
Map Updates Availability | Quarterly | Quarterly | Quarterly |
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Product Dimensions | 5.31 x 3.58 x 1.53 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.32 pounds |
ASIN | B07BCJ8G5Q |
Item model number | 1AA5.017.01 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #257,936 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #5,058 in Car In-Dash Navigation GPS Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Connectivity technologies | USB |
Special features | Advanced Lane Guidance |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Scanner Resolution | 480 x 272 |
Color | Black |
Whats in the box | TomTom VIA 1525 device with reversible integrated mount, Car charger, RDS-TMC traffic receiver (on TM models), USB cable, Quick start guide, 45-day return policy, and free shipping. |
Manufacturer | TomTom Incorporated |
Date First Available | April 15, 2018 |
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Easy, reliable navigation essential navigation with free traffic and maps. The via 1525 is perfect for anyone who wants easy-to-use, intuitive navigation. Finding your destination, is simple using the search menu or by touching a point on the map. Advanced lane guidance helps you prepare for exits and intersections by clearly highlighting the correct driving lane on your planned route.
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Customers appreciate the GPS navigation system's screen size. However, they mention issues with lag time, slow loading of information, and slow movement. They also dislike the touch screen responsiveness. Opinions differ on ease of use, functionality, GPS quality, value for money, and display quality.
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Customers appreciate the larger screen size of the navigation system. They find the icons and text easy to read and understand.
"...The Icons and text are big and easy to read and understand though I will admit, the touch screen does lagged compared to the ones on a smart phone..." Read more
"...:( However it's bigger and charges better, and unlike my old one does not continuously come unconnected from the radio or power source...." Read more
"...The screen size still isn't as large as I would have liked but I can live with that...." Read more
"...The screen is very nice and the lane control is ok but only changes in the last half a mile...." Read more
Customers have different views on the GPS navigation system's ease of use. Some find it intuitive and easy to set up, with accurate maps and lane assist. Others feel the user interface is different from their older model, making it difficult to learn. The directions are confusing, and the screen is unclear, making it hard to find the commands they use most.
"The 3D map display is greatly improved. It is easier to follow while driving, especially since zooming out provides a broader area...." Read more
"...This is a good low dollar GPSr for your auto. Not fancy, user interface is a little different than my older model, but not hard to learn in about 5..." Read more
"...Tom-tom's interface has always been easy to use especially when on the move...." Read more
"The first impression is mainly positive. An interface is completely different comparing to my old Via 135 and is (as for me) less intuitive...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the GPS device's functionality. Some find it works well, with good on-screen information and operating system functionality. Others say it's usable but disappointing, with some difficulty operating it and being face down on the dash.
"...to list including displays, on screen information, operating system functionality, and simplified menu access...." Read more
"...On that note however, as with any GPS's, it's not perfect and there will be times where it will direct you to roads that are either blocked, one..." Read more
"Bought this for a 2800 mile road trip, it works great, the traffic part seems to work only near big cities, but that was as expected...." Read more
"...This one worked fine for me on a recent long trip but there are a couple of things I don't like...." Read more
Customers have different views on the GPS quality. Some find it useful for traveling and appreciate Google Maps better. Others report issues like inaccurate maps, lane guidance, and inconsistent directions. The coordinate display for map locations has also been removed.
"...In short it's a simple GPS with a big screen. Tom-tom's interface has always been easy to use especially when on the move...." Read more
"...GPS coordinate display for map location has been deleted, but using MyDrive Connect to display any favorite shows the GPS coordinates in the..." Read more
"...is a little slow, but when the road/destination was set, this GPS leads you precisely and prompts about turns enough in advance...." Read more
"...technology and satellites are getting better but these GPS products are getting worse...." Read more
Customers have different views on the GPS's value for money. Some say it works well for the price and is worth it, while others feel it's not worth the cost.
"...Quick set up and easy to set a home location. This is a good low dollar GPSr for your auto...." Read more
"...They took a user friendly product and turned it into an expensive paperweight. I am now trying one of the cheap GPS navigators that uses a 7” tablet...." Read more
"...Overall, a very good unit with traffic for the price." Read more
"...Not the best but a good value and does everything you buy one for and I'm hard to please. I give it a solid 4 stars." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the display quality. Some find it clear and easy to read, with good graphics and touch screen speed. Others mention issues like glare, washed-out images, and dim images that make reading difficult.
"...The Icons and text are big and easy to read and understand though I will admit, the touch screen does lagged compared to the ones on a smart phone..." Read more
"...My work address changes DAILY. It does not understand...." Read more
"...I am happy about the clarity of the display and how much quicker I was able to update it when I first received it...." Read more
"...is much smaller and harder to read than my older 1535. (not sure what the screen graph designer was thinking)..." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the GPS's lag time. They say it takes too long to load information, move, and update. It also takes a long time to boot up and notifies about the next street or highway. The menu navigation is slow and it takes longer to choose to avoid toll roads once the route has been planned. There are also complaints about the device locking up and taking 30-60 minutes to start working again.
"...Another issue is the "Fastest Route Debate" which I often find myself fighting with it on...." Read more
"...The screen is slow to react when you punch in an address or try to perform any other function...." Read more
"...The menu navigation is a little slow, but when the road/destination was set, this GPS leads you precisely and prompts about turns enough in advance...." Read more
"...Scrolling on the device using touch screen is activated, no need to arrow down one line at a time...." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the touch screen's responsiveness. They say it's not very responsive, takes forever to respond, and needs to be pressed very hard at times. Some reviewers also mention that the screen is slow and confusing to work with.
"...big and easy to read and understand though I will admit, the touch screen does lagged compared to the ones on a smart phone especially when "typing"..." Read more
"...Touch screen has a delay when first started up, perhaps it is just taking a long time to boot up...." Read more
"...Where’s Brandon!! The touch screen is hard to finger touch too. I do like it, just not so many bells and whistles...." Read more
"...or destinations quickly when pulling over to do so and I hated using a stylus... due to this and the loss of features, I guess my next device might..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2018Display Size: 6 InchesEdition: Traffic & MapsMap Type: North America MapsVerified PurchaseThe 3D map display is greatly improved. It is easier to follow while driving, especially since zooming out provides a broader area. Syncing the device with the Route Planner on MyDrive Connect is amazing. Working online is easier and syncing keeps your device instantly updated. Scrolling on the device using touch screen is activated, no need to arrow down one line at a time. Too many device enhancements to list including displays, on screen information, operating system functionality, and simplified menu access. GPS coordinate display for map location has been deleted, but using MyDrive Connect to display any favorite shows the GPS coordinates in the address line of your web browser. Search is combined with Drive to on the device menu, but that is not indicated in the Drive To icon description. Both issues will likely be addressed in future device software updates. For now, the information I just mentioned easily resolves both of the only issues I found with this device. This is truly a must have product. It goes without saying that outstanding product support for 5 years is unheard of and is provided. Lifetime maps and lifetime traffic included in the purchase price. You can't do better than this product.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2021Display Size: 5 InchesEdition: Traffic & MapsMap Type: USA MapsVerified PurchaseBought this for a 2800 mile road trip, it works great, the traffic part seems to work only near big cities, but that was as expected. It did a great job routing me around traffic in the Tacoma and Seattle area. Does a good job giving a warning about upcoming turns or exits. The only time it let me down was when the exit was from the HOV lane, it didn't tell me to be in the HOV lane, by the time I realized that it was too late, but it quickly rerouted me using the next exit. I also used it to find hotels, gas stations and restaurants along the route. It was very nice not to have the phone tied up doing this and sucking up my data plan in the process.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2021I got this GPS for my delivery job even through our company phones have GPS. For me the problem has to do with is having to look down at a small screen with a turn coming just 5ft away. this was nerve racking and doesn't make for safe driving. This Tom-tom allows me to see the turn coming without having to break my neck or worst. it can be mounted on the window or dash broad at eye level.
In short it's a simple GPS with a big screen. Tom-tom's interface has always been easy to use especially when on the move. The Icons and text are big and easy to read and understand though I will admit, the touch screen does lagged compared to the ones on a smart phone especially when "typing" in an address. If you have a pen or stylist it helps with this and once the address is entered, you're off on the road. I would recommend you buy a 4gb micro SD Card. This provides more storage for maps and voices but mostly it will speeds up the GPS immensely.
If you do regular routes like I do, you can program those stops so that you don't have to keep selecting them after you finish one. On that note however, as with any GPS's, it's not perfect and there will be times where it will direct you to roads that are either blocked, one ways, under construction, or any not there at all. Highways are always under construction so do pay attention to the signs and detours that are provided. Another issue is the "Fastest Route Debate" which I often find myself fighting with it on. A good example of this is in small towns where it will have insist on cutting through neighborhoods in order to get to a main road when really you can stay on the main roads and get there just as quick or quicker depending on traffic. You don't have to get the traffic receiver for the GPS to work but if your area is always jammed with traffic it will help you navigate around them.
Truth of the matter is that todays Smart phones do this GPS's job a lot better and are more accurate in traffic conditions, road changes, and even where the cops are. But all those features use data and battery which if either one of those runs out, you could find yourself lost and having to make a VERY long drive back home. So if you want to save battery and data and have a big screen to let you know when the turns and exits are coming, get Tom-tom
- Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2020Display Size: 5 InchesEdition: Traffic & MapsMap Type: USA MapsVerified PurchaseI've been using TomTom GPSr's for a VERY long time. My one that was well over 10 years old finally started stuttering and so I really needed to get another. Quick set up and easy to set a home location. This is a good low dollar GPSr for your auto. Not fancy, user interface is a little different than my older model, but not hard to learn in about 5 minutes or so. I had no issues as I will be doing a major road trip with it in the next few days.
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AlexRmzReviewed in Mexico on March 23, 2021
1.0 out of 5 stars estaba mas perdido el GPS que yo
yo estaba en un punto y el GPS me marcaba 70 km mas lejos de mi ubicación !!!NUNCA sirvió y se regreso la porqueria !
- Diane HoflerReviewed in Canada on February 24, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME
I was easily able to enter my frequent addresses I use. This device attached to my windshield which allows me to keep my eyes on the road. Great tool for navigation.
- C. voortReviewed in Canada on January 18, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars A working GPS
Display Size: 6 InchesEdition: Traffic & MapsMap Type: North America MapsVerified PurchaseOrdered the GPS, arrived a day ahead of schedule. Box had everything it was supposed to have and the unit had enough battery power to start right up out of the box. The first thing I did was hook it up to my TomTom account for updates, which took a number of hours. New software and map updates were installed, after which the unit was fully charged and tested for functionality. Features I love is the big screen, the right brightness and control of it as well as the amount of screen use for each function. It takes getting used to as the interaction with the GPS is different from my other older model, but that is called progress. After reading the manual and tapping away on the GPS I was quickly able to create routes, store routes and modify routes as well as search for POIs by name and category. The ability to create a route on your laptop and send it to the GPS via USB is a great feature in addition to being able to create my own POIs and mark points along the way. I am not sure who still navigates to a LAT and LONG so I do not see the usefulness of that for my purposes, but it is there for you.
The mount is basic as they are with all other GPS units and it sticks relatively well on clean glass or the mounting disk. Took a bit to figure out I could swap the mounting ball for a dash mount. The on-line downloadable manual is actually pretty good. But you have to read it first. Charging was effortless and quick. No complaints so far. 5 stars for delivery and quality, 4 for battery life and ease of use. 3 only for Touch screen because with a long route and way points the scrolling function seems to get a little stuttered. i do like the double tap to zoom, however, the long tap to access menus sometimes refuses to cooperate. In short, the touch screen could still use some improvement or the underlying processors need some upgrading.
Overall, good unit, reasonably priced.
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Cliente de AmazonReviewed in Mexico on March 23, 2019
1.0 out of 5 stars Malo malo
Muy lenta la interfaz, se grabó varias veces, no lo reconocía equipo de cómputo. Ha perdido mucho valor Tomtom en estos dispositivos, lo regrese
- Amzn CustomerReviewed in Canada on November 26, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Bought it again!
Bought a second one because our old one still works great in our first vehicle. Definitely worth it. Easy to use. Love the functions and options. Very clear, accurate and also a good display. Superior quality to others I’ve tried.