Our Sat Nav Review Rating

General Info

The Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav system comes packed with all the features you need to safely navigate your HGV, lorry, coach or large motorhome, including the latest UK and European maps, 48 countries in total. You can plan out your route using postcodes or town and street names.

It is a cost-effective choice that offers just as many valuable features as more expensive truck sat navs, which makes it rank high on our list of great value-for-money sat nav options. Batteries are included; it uses a fast 800MHz ARM Cortex processor and 128MB memory, and the device is very lightweight and easy to carry with you weighing just 0.37 kg.

You simply enter your vehicle’s height, weight and dimensions, and the Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav will plan routes that take into account low bridges, weight-restricted bridges, steep gradients etc.

Sniper SN-701T Truck Nav
Sniper SN-701T Truck Nav
  • Total 20GB Storage
  • High resolution 7 inches touch screen LCD display
  • Fast 800MHz ARM Cortex A7 processor
  • Location search by coordinates
  • Latest 2D/3D maps for UK and Europe
  • Custom Settings for Trucks

Technical Details

  • 7″ Widescreen colour LCD display with touch screen, High resolution 800 x 480
  • Built-in antenna, FM transmitter, microphone and speaker
  • Easy-Fix windscreen mounting
  • FastFix+ GPS technology,
  • Freight and contents options (gases, chemicals, etc.)
  • Hands-free calling via Bluetooth.
  • Play AVI, WMV, ASF videos and MP3, and WMA music from an SD card
  • Points of interest, route avoidance, Lane Guidance, Speed Camera Warning
  • Super-Fast 800MHz ARM Cortex A7 processor., 128MB RAM
  • Total 12GB Storage (4GB built-in + 8GB Micro SD card included)
  • Dimensions 18 x 12 x 1.2 cm
  • Weight 370g, including bracket

Pros & Cons

We like the versatility offered by this truck sat nav model. It is dual voltage 12v / 24v, which makes it perfect for any HGV, lorry, coach or large motorhome vehicle. The Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav has a lightweight, compact design that makes it easy for you to carry with you or stash away out of sight in the glove compartment while you are away from your vehicle.

This is an excellent choice of truck sat nav for anyone who spends a lot of time driving on UK roads. It is a high-quality build despite being very cost-effective compared to leading truck satellite navigation systems brands. It offers a wealth of useful features found on more expensive truck sat navs, such as a high-resolution LCD touchscreen, 128MB RAM, Windows CE 6.0 operating system, and a 16GB Micro SD card is also included.

We like that this model has both audible and visual alerts for speed cameras, over the speed limit, low bridges, restricted roads, and more. It has a built-in FM transmitter that allows you to hear the audio output through the vehicle’s radio. The Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav comes pre-loaded with Point of Interest information suitable for HGVs and large vehicles, such as truck stops, laybys, fuel stations, dealers etc.

Pros
  • Much cheaper than other brands
  • Very easy to set up
  • Good for shorter trips in the UK
Cons
  • Sometimes doesn’t route correctly
  • Not very useful for long and Europe routes
  • Issues with map and software updates

Final thoughts

The Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav may not be the make or model of truck sat nav that immediately springs to mind when buying a system for your vehicle, but it offers excellent value for money and includes all the features you need to drive your HGV or other large-sized vehicles safely.

We think this truck sat nav will prove invaluable whether you are navigating motorways, urban roads or country lanes. The sleek and compact design of the Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav also allows you to store it away out of sight when you leave your vehicle unattended for any length of time.

The Sniper SN-701T Truck Sat Nav is an attractive choice loaded with all the latest features and capabilities you need.

Sniper SN-701T Truck Nav
Sniper SN-701T Truck Nav
  • Total 20GB Storage
  • High resolution 7 inches touch screen LCD display
  • Fast 800MHz ARM Cortex A7 processor
  • Location search by coordinates
  • Latest 2D/3D maps for UK and Europe
  • Custom Settings for Trucks