GPSBabel Review
GPSBabel is a Mac program developed by Solar Model that allows users to read, write, and manipulate GPS waypoints. It is a lightweight and free tool that supports almost every major GPS format. With over 100 supported formats including GPX, Magellan, and Garmin, GPSBabel provides high flexibility for GPS enthusiasts.
The program is particularly useful for users who have created waypoints or defined coordinates in one program but need to convert them to be read in another GPS device. It also supports the KML format, which is compatible with maps drawn in Google Earth. However, GPSBabel can be a bit tricky to understand for GPS rookies.
To use GPSBabel effectively, users need to know how to read data from a file and write it to another file. The developer's Quick Use Guide provides explanations for the four basic options required to perform these tasks. Overall, GPSBabel is a great free solution for those familiar with GPS coordinates, but beginners may need to invest some time in learning the basics of GPS and its various formats.
