Hiking - Handheld GPS or Map and Compass?

[Gimpymoo]

What are peoples preference?

Also, if going Map and compass, are the OS laminated maps worth the extra money?

Thanks.

 

[Gimpymoo]

Thanks for the reply.

Any recommendations for a colour GPS for a beginner.

Not wanting to cheap out for something which is rubbish but at the same time, £400 would be too much.

 

[Gimpymoo]

Have you tried Viewranger on a smartphone? Latest version is excellent and I love how you can buy individual map tiles (you buy maps credits in batches)

I would rather not have to use the mobile if possible owing to battery usage and quality of maps. The GPS units I have seen seem much more detailed in that regard, also waterproof

Will take a look at ViewRanger though.

 

[Gimpymoo]

I wouldn't consider walking without a map. Phones are not reliable enough to depend on.

Oooh...

North wales you say...

Recommend any family walks around Snowdonia / Barmouth / Harlech