This is a very useful tool. Software is out there, just have to look for it!

The biggest problem is that the early etrex units (of which this is one) are very low powered. Garmin has upgraded their low end units with an H so you will see the HCx instead of Cx, they are "higher sensitivity". They should have just put an L on the Cx, and called it Lower Sensitivity. I've been very disapointed in the quality of the transmission in a car, compared to Magellan and my Garmin GPS V. These are discontinued for a reason, they don't work very well.

NOTE: If you want maping, you must spend another $100.00 or so for mapping software (either Topo or Streets). So add that to your expense when looking for a low end Geocaching GPS.

small, easy to use, has provided great enjoyment for my husband and son in their geocaching craze.

I've owned this and the newer model HCX. The HCX locks on to satellites very quickly and hold the signal indoors or in built up areas. Very good for hiking and the like. I mainly use the trip computer functions and the CX is much more consistent and stable for trip data out in the open. Apart from the chips the units are identical. Buy the less sensitive but cheaper CX for canoeing, biking etc. Get the HCX for built up areas and when you don't need an accurate speedo

I have had this product for three years now and use it on a daily bases. The screen is small, but when you need to take it with you, then it's nice. I have a mount in all of my cars and motorcycle. I only once had a issue with it and had to reset it back to defaults. Well worth the money, just don't forget the streets map software or it's useless.