--- product_id: 1143026 title: "Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide" brand: "garmin" price: "A$579" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1143026-garmin-etrex-20-worldwide store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # Worldwide basemap with shaded relief 25+ hours battery life 2.2" 65K color TFT display Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide **Brand:** garmin **Price:** A$579 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌄 Navigate Boldly, Explore Freely — Your Ultimate Trail Partner ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide by garmin - **How much does it cost?** A$579 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1143026-garmin-etrex-20-worldwide) ## Best For - garmin enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted garmin brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Endurance-Ready Battery:** Over 25 hours of continuous use—your trail companion that won’t quit - • **Rugged & Waterproof Design:** Built tough to withstand rain, mud, and rugged terrains—adventure-proof - • **Vibrant 2.2" Color Display:** Crystal-clear 65K color TFT screen for easy map reading on the go - • **Global Navigation Powerhouse:** Preloaded worldwide basemap with shaded relief to explore anywhere confidently - • **Paperless Geocaching Enabled:** Join the global treasure hunt community without the hassle of paper maps ## Overview The Garmin eTrex 20 is a rugged, waterproof handheld GPS device featuring a vibrant 2.2-inch 65K color TFT display and over 25 hours of battery life. It comes preloaded with a worldwide basemap with shaded relief, supports paperless geocaching, and offers reliable GPS accuracy for hiking, sailing, and outdoor adventures. Compact and durable, it’s designed for professionals and enthusiasts who demand dependable navigation in any environment. ## Description The perfect handheld for hiking, eTrex features worldwide basemap. Rugged and waterproof, the 20+ hour battery life makes eTrex the perfect guide for your favorite trail, or if you're exploring the unknown. Review: Just what I wanted for sailing and hiking - This is update to prior review. I liked the eTrek 20 a lot but a question from desertcart got me looking at the Oregon 650t as well. Got question on review saying was comparing to Oregon. My kids ended up getting me that for Christmas. It IS more expensive (a lot!) but the t model includes the 1:100K map preloaded so I can have that for travel while keeping my 1:24K map inside for use locally. Also has a camera with flash that I can use to geocashe and general use. Nice when sailing and do not want to take regular camera. The Oregon 650t has a touch screen and its screen is quite a bit larger (3 inch diagonal vs 2.2) and only slightly larger overall(.3 width and .5 length with same depth). But it is more expensive so if price a factor (and when isn't it!) then the e Trek 20 is a great choice. At the moment Oregon 650t is 4 times as expensive as the e Trek 20 on desertcart so you have to really want those added features (or get as a gift!) to choose the Oregon 650t over the e Trek 20. On other hand it does include the 1:100K topo which goes for $80-100 but even so it ends up more than double the cost. But for those of us with Kindle Fire and I Pad (have both) and used to touch screen having that is very nice. Writing this before Christmas so have not tried the Oregon yet as it is sitting under the tree. Will repost after using a while and give comparisons. As mentioned below I found the toggle on the e Trek 20 bit awkward and I kept hitting the menu button when wanting to zoom in or out (same side) but once you get used to it works great. Manuals are not great but if you are adept at all with equipment like this you will eventually figure it all out. I suspect manual issues will be same with Oregon. For less than a third the cost of the Oregon (half if you want the 1:100K topo of US) it is a great device. Old review: Use this while hiking and sailing. Took a bit of getting used to with toggle vs touch screen. Kept wanting to touch the screen. Also menu can be bit confusing until you figure it out. Lots of features did not plan on using such as the area calculation (useful in measuring grass area of yard for fertilizer) etc. Bought with both 1/100K topo of entire US which is nice while traveling. 1:24K nice for my particular area. Did find installing the maps in the micro SD bit of a challenge. Overall extremely pleased and would buy again. Review: Etrex 20: An Excellent Low-Cost GPS (with update 3/8/2014) - Update 3/8/2014 Just returned from a hiking trip in Patagonia, my Etrex 20 performed extremely well. I viewed my trails on Google Earth and Map using the GPX files I recorded while walking in the cities, sailing in the lakes, hiking on the mountains and even trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier. The maps I used are downloaded from the web links shown below. Update 8/19/2013 I have extensively used my Etrex 20 during my recent trip to the Pacific Northwest visiting many national parks with excellent performance. Both GPS and GLONASS were turned on. With full view of sky, the accuracy is 7-9 ft. During the hikes in the Olympic NP rain forest with tree tops over head, its accuracy is 20 to 30 ft. Etrex 20 is an excellent GPS unit with many features but requires a steep learning curve for a first time GPS user. These are my lessons learned: 1. Make sure to download Garmin's BaseCamp and update Etrex's software via BaseCamp before doing anything else. BaseCamp is a PC program complimentary to the Etrex. BaseCamp is an excellent computer application for viewing maps, storing and organizing data, planning outdoor activities, and creating and sharing your adventures. With BaseCamp, you can: * Import and view maps in 2-D or 3-D, including your TOPO U.S. maps and City Navigator® maps. * Create, edit and organize routes, waypoints and more on your computer. * Create and share Garmin Adventures. * View playback of routes, tracks and adventures. The manual and the intro videos for BaseCamp: static.garmincdn.com/basecamp/en/Default.htm youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz_3EG42rRDx6sN-eyPK7Gx05xYranmvv 2. Free Garmin-compatible maps can be downloaded from garmin.openstreetmap.nl, gpsfiledepot.com, openmtbmap.org/download/odbl/#maps, and wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/OSM_Map_On_Garmin/Download 3. There is a 3000-tile limit for the maps installed on the unit. Since installing maps to the "Garmin" folder on the SD card using MapInstall takes a long, long time, here is my trick to just install once all the maps you want and you can get access to all your maps quickly using a PC. Create a folder named "Extra Maps" inside the "Garmin" folder on the SD card, and move all extra maps you will need later into the "Extra Maps" folder. This will largely avoid exceeding the 3000 tile issues because Etrex only loads the maps in the "Garmin" folder but not the maps in the "Extra Maps" folder. You can then move maps between the two folders based on your needs. 4. These programs will come in handy: GPX Editor, GPSBabel and JaVaWa Device Manager in addition to BaseCamp. ## Features - 2.2" 65K color TFT display. - Supports paperless geocaching. - Rugged & Waterproof. - Worldwide basemap with shaded relief included. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00542NVDW | | Additional Features | Paperless Geocaching | | Are Batteries Included | No | | Battery Average Life | 25 Hours | | Best Sellers Rank | #90,848 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #108 in Handheld GPS Units | | Brand | Garmin | | Built-In Media | None (typically includes device-specific components such as a USB cable) | | Compatible Flash Memory Type | microSD | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Boat | | Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Control Method | Push Button | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 1,207 Reviews | | Display Type | LCD | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00753759975876 | | Human-Interface Input | Buttons | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.2"L x 2.2"W x 2.2"H | | Item Weight | 0.14 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Garmin | | Map Types | Global;Topographical | | Memory Storage Capacity | 1740 MB | | Mfr Part Number | 010-00970-10 | | Model Name | eTrex 20 | | Model Number | 010-00970-10 | | Model Year | 2011 | | Mounting Type | Handheld | | Operating System | Windows | | Resolution | 128 x 160 | | Screen Size | 2.2 Inches | | Special Feature | Paperless Geocaching | | Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS | | UPC | 971473181018 753759989729 611104311352 763615857277 759000628225 163120556144 041114194025 031112649917 803982790224 971478077729 971472269366 753759975876 052778894282 041114397730 971483068965 100177414102 788349731297 012351210748 041114403592 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Vehicle Service Type | Boat | | Warranty Description | 1-year limited parts and labor | ## Product Details - **Battery Life:** 25 Hours - **Brand:** Garmin - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Map Type:** Global;Topographical - **Mounting Type:** Handheld - **Operating System:** Windows - **Resolution:** 128 x 160 - **Screen Size:** 2.2 Inches - **Special Feature:** Paperless Geocaching - **Vehicle Service Type:** Boat ## Images ![Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MdV91BBnL.jpg) ![Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Np4p8dDJL.jpg) ![Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71YHsiEXW9L.jpg) ![Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81cRlTlqIVL.jpg) ![Garmin eTrex 20, Worldwide - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81XhFSvO2ZL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Am I able to retrace my steps so that I can easily find my car after hiking?** A: Yes, to retracing your steps or "Track". One of the features of the eTrex20 is "Tracks". It always plots your current track (like dropping bread crumbs). You can go to "Where To?" and select "Tracks" then select "Current Track" then push Menu button and select "Reverse Track". It will guide you back along the route you just took. Another key feature is being able to set Waypoints (and being able to give each a name other than the default non-descriptive number like 001). I suggest you set a Waypoint where your car is, name it "car". The eTrex20 then allows you to use "Where To?" option to route you to the "car" waypoint you set. The unit can be as accurate as within 9 feet depending on the number of satellites it can see. Even inside my house the accuracy is at 25 feet. So without retracing your steps, it will point you to your car. It has a compass that will point you to your car when you are navigating to a waypoint. Much to experiment with. Try these features in a known area first until you feel comfortable with it. Oh yeah, make sure you go to "Setup" then "Routing" then select the "Guidance Method" to be "Off Road" and "Calculate Route for "Pedestrian" and "Lock On Road" to be "No". **Q: Can I use this GPS on hiking trails in the US right out of the box?** A: No!The map it comes with is utterly useless for hiking. Plan on ponying up at least $50 at the Garmin store to buy something usable, or $100 for something really useful.Buyer beware - the pretty color maps that appear in the pictures of the device are either (1) the useless map that comes with the unit or (2) something that was purchased separately.This is a great unit, but unfortunately I found out the hard way about its map deficiencies.In fairness to Garmin, when I registered the unit, they were nice enough to send me a 10% off coupon that I subsequently used to buy the New England map. **Q: like an old Eagle Expedition, can I pick any waypoint from my list and go to it? Also, can I delete all stored waypoints at one time? I appreciatd any** A: although i'm still acquainting myself with my etrex 10 and the manual is somewhat lacking, i'm pretty sure you can pick your waypointw and also delete all stored waypoints at one time. you might want to contact garmin customer service about these questions. i've done that a few times and the representatives have been quite helpful. **Q: Is this meant for walking trails and stuff, or is it mainly for car usage? I don't want it to lead me into a highway or something. I am also not sure whether it will specific streets and stuff clearly, or only a world map like in the picture.** A: This is a trail GPS, not an automotive one. Look at the Nuvi series of Garmin GPS's if you want an automotive unit. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just what I wanted for sailing and hiking *by P***3 on December 3, 2013* This is update to prior review. I liked the eTrek 20 a lot but a question from Amazon got me looking at the Oregon 650t as well. Got question on review saying was comparing to Oregon. My kids ended up getting me that for Christmas. It IS more expensive (a lot!) but the t model includes the 1:100K map preloaded so I can have that for travel while keeping my 1:24K map inside for use locally. Also has a camera with flash that I can use to geocashe and general use. Nice when sailing and do not want to take regular camera. The Oregon 650t has a touch screen and its screen is quite a bit larger (3 inch diagonal vs 2.2) and only slightly larger overall(.3 width and .5 length with same depth). But it is more expensive so if price a factor (and when isn't it!) then the e Trek 20 is a great choice. At the moment Oregon 650t is 4 times as expensive as the e Trek 20 on Amazon so you have to really want those added features (or get as a gift!) to choose the Oregon 650t over the e Trek 20. On other hand it does include the 1:100K topo which goes for $80-100 but even so it ends up more than double the cost. But for those of us with Kindle Fire and I Pad (have both) and used to touch screen having that is very nice. Writing this before Christmas so have not tried the Oregon yet as it is sitting under the tree. Will repost after using a while and give comparisons. As mentioned below I found the toggle on the e Trek 20 bit awkward and I kept hitting the menu button when wanting to zoom in or out (same side) but once you get used to it works great. Manuals are not great but if you are adept at all with equipment like this you will eventually figure it all out. I suspect manual issues will be same with Oregon. For less than a third the cost of the Oregon (half if you want the 1:100K topo of US) it is a great device. Old review: Use this while hiking and sailing. Took a bit of getting used to with toggle vs touch screen. Kept wanting to touch the screen. Also menu can be bit confusing until you figure it out. Lots of features did not plan on using such as the area calculation (useful in measuring grass area of yard for fertilizer) etc. Bought with both 1/100K topo of entire US which is nice while traveling. 1:24K nice for my particular area. Did find installing the maps in the micro SD bit of a challenge. Overall extremely pleased and would buy again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Etrex 20: An Excellent Low-Cost GPS (with update 3/8/2014) *by J***R on April 24, 2013* Update 3/8/2014 Just returned from a hiking trip in Patagonia, my Etrex 20 performed extremely well. I viewed my trails on Google Earth and Map using the GPX files I recorded while walking in the cities, sailing in the lakes, hiking on the mountains and even trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier. The maps I used are downloaded from the web links shown below. Update 8/19/2013 I have extensively used my Etrex 20 during my recent trip to the Pacific Northwest visiting many national parks with excellent performance. Both GPS and GLONASS were turned on. With full view of sky, the accuracy is 7-9 ft. During the hikes in the Olympic NP rain forest with tree tops over head, its accuracy is 20 to 30 ft. Etrex 20 is an excellent GPS unit with many features but requires a steep learning curve for a first time GPS user. These are my lessons learned: 1. Make sure to download Garmin's BaseCamp and update Etrex's software via BaseCamp before doing anything else. BaseCamp is a PC program complimentary to the Etrex. BaseCamp is an excellent computer application for viewing maps, storing and organizing data, planning outdoor activities, and creating and sharing your adventures. With BaseCamp, you can: * Import and view maps in 2-D or 3-D, including your TOPO U.S. maps and City Navigator® maps. * Create, edit and organize routes, waypoints and more on your computer. * Create and share Garmin Adventures. * View playback of routes, tracks and adventures. The manual and the intro videos for BaseCamp: static.garmincdn.com/basecamp/en/Default.htm youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz_3EG42rRDx6sN-eyPK7Gx05xYranmvv 2. Free Garmin-compatible maps can be downloaded from garmin.openstreetmap.nl, gpsfiledepot.com, openmtbmap.org/download/odbl/#maps, and wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/OSM_Map_On_Garmin/Download 3. There is a 3000-tile limit for the maps installed on the unit. Since installing maps to the "Garmin" folder on the SD card using MapInstall takes a long, long time, here is my trick to just install once all the maps you want and you can get access to all your maps quickly using a PC. Create a folder named "Extra Maps" inside the "Garmin" folder on the SD card, and move all extra maps you will need later into the "Extra Maps" folder. This will largely avoid exceeding the 3000 tile issues because Etrex only loads the maps in the "Garmin" folder but not the maps in the "Extra Maps" folder. You can then move maps between the two folders based on your needs. 4. These programs will come in handy: GPX Editor, GPSBabel and JaVaWa Device Manager in addition to BaseCamp. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for hiking in the hills especially if you take a moment to learn how to navigate properly *by R***D on November 20, 2013* Update: i see a lot of people complaining about using this while driving (one even saying it didn't call out directions). Read the product description before you buy this! Others question why you would use this instead of a smartphone. Again, this is designed for use outdoors in the hills - if you do not require a rugged, waterproof unit that runs on AA batteries and is not reliant on a daily recharge, and that you can operate in cold temps wearing gloves (try that on a touchscreen) then don't buy this. If you do need those features hen this will serve you well. I've now used this on multiple overnight hikes in below freezing conditions. I have used it effectively while wearing gloves and have found it simple to generate waypoints on google earth and transfer them through the basecamp software (OSX version) onto the device, where the show clearly on the colour screen. I recommend it to anyone who wants a rugged reliable unit for use in outdoor conditions. Not for driving - a smartphone would be better. But for hiking or outdoor work, which this is designed for, it performs very well. original: This is a great GPS unit for hiking. I don't do geo-caching and if I am driving somewhere I just use the maps app on my smartphone. So this review is about using this device for actual hiking out in the hills. I bought it to replace my old and trusty Garmin GPS12 which finally gave up the ghost (LCD screen died) after ten years of reliable use). This one is a real step up, of course. In use: . i downloaded Basecamp and it is simple to plot routes in Google Earth and export them into Basecamp and upload to the device. Its pretty intuitive and you don't need a manual. . operating the device is easy - it took half an hour of playing around with it to work out where things were. It's easy to specify the order you want the options to be displayed, and which data various screens will display. Again, it's intuitive and I didn't refer to a manual. . using the little joystick is pretty easy, it has a positive feel. The other buttons are fine, if small, and can be operated wearing gloves. . navigating to waypoints you've uploaded is easy enough and the compass screen guides you effectively. I have a few very minor criticisms which mostly boil down to "it isn't the same as my old one". These are just matters of taste, like which screen displays which data. I won't mark it down for that because I can already see it's logically laid out. Note: you need to actually know how to navigate with a GPS to get the most out of a GPS. If you don't know how, then take the time to learn. This device will give you good service, or so it appears from my short use of it, but like any device, you need to know how to use it properly. It's light, the battery replacement is simple, it seems as rugged as my old GPS12, and overall I am pretty satisfied so far. ## Frequently Bought Together - Garmin eTrex 20 Worldwide Handheld GPS Navigator - Garmin 010-02256-00 eTrex 22x, Rugged Handheld GPS Navigator, Black/Navy - TUSITA Case Compatible with Garmin eTrex 10 20 20X 22X 30 30X 32X - Silicone Protective Cover - Handheld GPS Navigator Accessories --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1143026-garmin-etrex-20-worldwide](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1143026-garmin-etrex-20-worldwide) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*