However, while the TomTom is great in town and on the motorway with live traffic updates and reroute options to avoid delays, it struggles when you reach the open countryside. During our test the TomTom lost signal on two occasion, with one instance lasting 25 minutes. This forced us to stop and revert to the old fashioned paper map to find our destination. This TomTom model offers a voice control feature that is also compatible with Siri and Google Now. You can press a button on the screen and control your phone using the built-in microphone on the device. Pairing the phone to the Go Camper via Bluetooth is also pretty straightforward. To activate voice control on this model you simply say “Hello TomTom!” and the motorhome sat nav will display a list of voice activated controls. There are dozens of commands available for navigation such as “When will I get there?” or “Got to a car park”, and also many commands for the device’s settings like “Volume up / down”, “Day / night colours”, etc. We thought the voice control feature on the Go Camper was comprehensive and efficient. This model comes loaded with millions of POIs (points of interest) although not all of these POIs are dedicated to campers, as TomTom also intends the device to be used with cars. There is however a large number of POIs which will be very useful for trips with campervans or caravans. As with all Motorhome and caravan sat nav devices, the itineraries are planned by the Go Camper using the size and weight of the vehicle. After all, one of the best parts of being away in your ‘van is getting to explore the surrounding area, and thanks to features such as Local Spots and the Michelin Green Guide, you’ll be able to make sure that you find the right destinations to visit.

Once your device has successfully connected to the Wi-Fi® network, you see the status Connected under the name of your Wi-Fi® network. The live services also include information on speed cameras. We found this to be very accurate with fixed cameras (tested in the UK and a journey in France) but didn’t have the opportunity to see it in action with mobile cameras although it does claim to warn you of those cameras as well. The system can also warn the driver when entering a zone with an average speed camera, reminding you of the current speed limit and indicating the average speed of the vehicle in the zone. Perfect for smaller vans, the Garmin Campervan GPS is a reliable device that we think will make touring even more enjoyable. Coming with a 6.95″ edge-to-edge display, we really think this is a device that makes exploring easy. While getting from A to B safely will always be the priority, modern motorhome sat navs can provide other functions too, with some offering features such as live traffic updates or built-in dash cams. What would you like your sat nav to have? If you’re after another useful driving aid too, be sure to take a look at our best dash cam for a motorhome guide too.

In addition, high-quality gadgets and technology products tend to have better performance. This is particularly important for products that are used for tasks such as gaming, video editing, or graphic design. A high-quality TOMTOM GO Camper Max 7″ Sat Nav is likely to have better specs and features, which will translate into better performance and a better user experience. The TomTom GO Camper Max sat nav is designed for use when towing caravans or driving motorhomes around the World. Simply enter you vehicles' dimensions, weight and maximum speed and you will only be routed along appropriate roads avoiding low bridges and narrow roads. The TomTom GO Camper Max sat nav features a 7-inch High Definition screen and is fully interactive with pinch, swipe and zoom technology - furthermore tap the map or icons for shortcuts to key features.

The maps provide high quality detailed street level maps, which in addition to street information include features such as route calculation, Points of Interest (POI), Estimated Time of Arrival, and more. Detailed Traffic coverage Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi® network, you need to login using a TomTom account. This ensures that the device is identified on our systems and that the correct updates are offered to you. TomTom sat nav devices have often been known for their ease of use and intuitive interface. This new generation model is indeed true to the TomTom reputation adding also modern technology such as the new fully interactive screen. This multitouch display is similar to the ones we are now used to on our phones and tablets in that it allows you to swipe, pinch and zoom. It’s important to note that when shopping for gadgets and technology products, it can be tempting to go for the lowest price possible. However, be wary of retailers that offer prices that seem too good to be true. Some less reputable retailers may sell counterfeit or low-quality products, which can be dangerous and not perform as well as the genuine product.

Caravan and Motorhome sat nav, the Go Camper manages vehicle’s weight and size

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