Geocaching - which GPS?

[IwishIwasmoreorganised]

I'd like to get into geocaching with DH and our ds's (3 and 6).

We don't have a huge amount of spare cash atm so I don't want to spend more than I need to an a GPS.

Can anybody make any recommendations of what might suit us?

[GypsyMoth]

I used to use my iPhone!

[Strawbezza]

Get a basic model like a Garmin Etrex off ebay (probably cost around £70 or less). If you then find you are keen on geocaching, you can sell that and buy a unit with more bells & whistles, like the Garmin Oregon.

Smartphones aren't as accurate as proper GPS units, but plenty of people use them very successfully for geocaching.

[IwishIwasmoreorganised]

Neither of us have smartphones, so I think a GPS that is fit for purpose will help us to enjoy our adventures!

I'm off to have a look at the Garmins Strawbezza - thanks for the tips.

[LittleChiefRunnyCustard]

We have the most basic garmin etrex and it works fine for geocaching.

[prioneyes]

You really don't need anything fancy. We've been caching for years and have only ever used our smartphones. It's a really great thing to do - such fun for DC and a good ethos too. We can't believe how many great places we've discovered right on our doorstep thanks to caches. We placed one last weekend in fact :)

[CruelAndUnusualParenting]

I have a Garmin Nuvi 1240, which worked well on the handful of occasions I've been geocaching with friends. Last time I looked it was down to 70 quid on Amazon.