Uniden TRAX 430

It offers the latest Australian maps, camera alerts, text-to-speech navigation, 3D landmarks and optional SUNA Traffic Channel compatibility, but Bluetooth is a notable omission.

Like most of Uniden’s portable GPS range, the TRAX 430 isn’t going to win any awards for its looks, with a plain two-tone black and grey colour scheme. On the right, an AC power connection and mini-USB port are present, while an SD card slot is located on the left.

Annoyingly, the Uniden TRAX430 doesn’t charge via USB, and there is no AC adapter included in the sales package. Unlike the top-of-the-range Uniden TRAX 436 the TRAX 430 doesn’t include a microphone or a socket to connect an external antenna, though the flip up antenna should be enough to provide a solid GPS signal, even if it does add extra bulk to the design.

The Uniden TRAX 430’s user interface is a mixed bag. The navigation menu is simple enough, with four large buttons that provide access to Find, Manage, Route and Settings menus.

The map screen is a different story: although it’s not too difficult to grasp, it is a little busy, with plenty of buttons and icons making it feel cluttered. Thankfully, the 4.3in touch screen is responsive, making the buttons on the map screen easy to press, and it’s also easy to view in sunlight.