Garmin has released the new iteration of eTrex models the eTrex 22x and the 32x which supercede the etrex 20x and 30x respectively. Both these models are available to purchase in Australia now.
The devices come with the following:
eTrex 22x | $329 AUD | USB Charging Cable | Documentation/Manual
eTrex 32x | $459 AUD | USB Charging Cable | Documentation/Manual
What’s Changed with the latest iteration
The new eTrex models now come preloaded with Garmin Topo Active mapping data for Australia and New Zealand. These maps are routable for street and trail guidance (turn-by-turn). In addition, Garmin has made an expansion to the onboard memory storage going from 3.7GB on the previous iteration to 8GB.
The only other major difference is the price on the new models. The eTrex 22x has a RRP of $329 while the eTrex 20x has a RRP of $299. The eTrex 32x has a RRP of $459 while the eTrex 30x $399. This cost difference is easily identifiable as being the addition of Topographic maps preloaded onto the device.
What’s the difference between the eTrex 22x and the eTrex 32x
The eTrex 32x has three additional features compared to the eTrex 22x. The 32x model comes with a barometric altimeter, compass and ANT+ connectivity.
Which eTrex device is the best for me?
Unlike the GPSMAP 64x range determining the best option for you is a little simpler. If you need or would find preloaded topograhpical maps helpful then the eTrex 22x or 32x would be for you. If you don't need topo maps then the previous eTrex iterations will suffice.
Full Specification List Breakdown
Which eTrex device is the best for me?
Unlike the GPSMAP 64x range determining the best option for you is a little simpler. If you need or would find preloaded topograhpical maps helpful then the eTrex 22x or 32x would be for you. If you don't need topo maps then the previous eTrex iterations will suffice.
Full Specification List Breakdown
| eTrex 22x | eTrex 20x | eTrex 32x | eTrex 30 | |
| Physical dimensions | 2.1" x 4.0" x 1.3" (5.4 x 10.3 x 3.3 cm) | 5.4 x 10.3 x 3.3 cm (2.1" x 4.0" x 1.3") | 2.1" x 4.0" x 1.3" (5.4 x 10.3 x 3.3 cm) | 5.4 x 10.3 x 3.3 cm (2.1" x 4.0" x 1.3") |
| Display size | 1.4" x 1.7" (3.5 x 4.4 cm); 2.2" diag (5.6 cm) | 3.5 x 4.4 cm (1.4" x 1.7") 2.2" diag (5.6 cm) | 1.4" x 1.7" (3.5 x 4.4 cm); 2.2" diag (5.6 cm) | 3.5 x 4.4 cm (1.4" x 1.7") 2.2" diag (5.6 cm) |
| Display resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | 240 x 320 pixels | 240 x 320 pixels | 240 x 320 pixels |
| Display type | 2.2" transflective, 65K color TFT | transflective, 65-K colour TFT | 2.2" transflective, 65K color TFT | transflective, 65-K colour TFT |
| Weight | 5 oz (141.7 g) with batteries | 141.7 g (5 oz) with batteries | 5 oz (141.7 g) with batteries | 141.7 g (5 oz) with batteries |
| Battery | 2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended | 2 AA batteries (not included), NiMH or Lithium recommended | 2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended | 2 AA batteries (not included), NiMH or Lithium recommended |
| Battery life | 25 hours | 25 hours | 25 hours | 25 hours |
| Water rating | IPX7 | IPX7 | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Memory/History | 8 GB | 3.7GB | 8 GB | 3.7GB |
| High Sensitivity Receiver | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Interface | USB | USB | USB | USB |
| Preloaded maps | TopoActive (routable) | No | TopoActive (routable) | No |
| Ability to add maps | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Basemap | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Storage and Power Capacity | microSD™ card (not included) | microSD™ card (not included) | microSD™ card (not included) | microSD™ card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
| Routes | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 |
| Track log | 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks | 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks | 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks | 10,000 points, 200 saved tracks |
| Area calculation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
| Barometric Altimeter | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Compass | No | No | Yes (tilt-compensated, 3-axis) | Yes (tilt-compensated, 3-axis) |
| Geocaching-friendly | Yes (Paperless) | Yes (Paperless) | Yes (Paperless) | Yes (Paperless) |
| Custom maps compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hunt/fish calendar | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sun and moon information | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Picture viewer | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Unit-to-unit Transfer | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Garmin Connect Compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |