The unit works as advertised, however, there is a problem with calibration. I tried calibrating the compass and the unit wouldn't respond. After talking with the Gun Dog reps I was sent to the Garman techs. They worked me through the updates and factory reinstall. It still wouldn't calibrate, but the compass pointed North and the GPS worked fine, so I am keeping it. I am a little skeptical of the non-calibration, but the Garmin folks said they would stand behind their product.

The guys at Gun Dog Supply filled my order promptly! I love the the simplicity of the Garmin Pro 550 Plus. Training and tracking combined is perfect!. The distance it works are as advertised. Thanks!

I have been using this training tool with my one year old Brittany for a couple of weeks. The versatility of using tone, vibration and stimulation makes this a great training tool. I can't wait to get her out in the field to test out the GPS tracking.

I found that one of my dogs was too small for the standard TT 15 collar. I called Gun Dog and the rep told me no problem, just return one collar and it will be replaced with a mini TT 15 collar.

I bought this collar for it's tracking ability. I usually run my dogs with beepers but having recently lost most of my hearing I had a really difficult time discerning the direction the beep was coming from. This tracking collar solves that to a degree as it will give a distance and direction to the dog. While I've only had it a short while I believe it will help tremendously when hunting season arrives. I've owned Tri-Tronics for decades and always like them, they do what they say and are robust. This Garmin version is no different. The only con on it is that the 2.5 second updating is a bit slow as my dog outruns that. Meaning it it's always 2.5 seconds behind the dog - so if you have a fast big running dog it the distance and direction will be slightly behind the dog. Not that big of deal as it still gives a good indication if the dog is close or moving away. If the dog stops or is on point, the device buzzes you and can really hone into the dogs position within a few feet. I do like the light on it, it's bright enough that you can see it in the darker woods which will also help locating a dog on point. Also the independent tone button is really nice as you don't have to fiddle with the dial going between tone and shock as I have to on my current Tri-Tronics G3. I also bought the holster for it and that works well. I also got the Garmin Fenix watch and can link it to the dog and see direction and distance on my wrist - I think that's going to be really nice not having to look at the controller when walking in on a point with gun in position but just look your wrist.

Simple, easy to use, effectively got my English Setter to hunt as a team rather than for himself!

Garmin 550 mini is just what I needed for my squirrel dog. Works great and simple to use. The only drawback is for smaller dogs the antenna is long and it aggravates my dog, she’s only 18 pounds

Great product so far I’m just a beginner dog trainer and your video on the Garmin + was very helpful thanks

Did a quick checkout and seems good. I watched a you tube on it and everything is consistent with what ISaw. Looking forward to a better evaluation.

I really like my tritronics 550 but wanted to try a gps system. The garmin 550 plus is just like it and I love that about the system. Cons. Compared to the 550 collar the 550 plus gps collar is bulky. I wonder how the controller especially the screen is going to hold up. It does not seem to be built as solid as the 550. Prefer the longer charge time of the 550. Pro. I like knowing where my dog is although my current dog does not really need that feature much but my next may.

Use this collar for training 100%. Was looking at this device for a while and glad I purchased. My buddy also uses this collar while hunting and has no concerns. But again I use for training only and its perfect for the job. Only one recommendation - I would love to have a trash break intensity/setting for a one time correction for chasing rabbits, etc. just need that extra intensity on certain occasions

My big running pointers can get out of sight really fast. With the 550 Plus TT15 combo, I know where they are and what they are doing. Sometimes they forget that they are working for me and a quick vibration, buzz or light stimulation is all they need to bring them back in. I have one young bitch that is real timid and an older dog that is really bold. The 550 Plus has settings to adapt to both. Simple to use and at 78 yrs. young, “SIMPLE” means a lot to me.

The tracking/training collar is basic and easy to use. Very uncomplicated. Giving away my Astro

I got this unit mostly for gps function but also plan to train my field spaniel with the other functions. Unit works exactly as expected. Took less than 30 min to get familiar with the buttons, switches, calibration, and other functions. The unit seems very well thought out. Nothing feels awkward or difficult to get to. I have a 10 mo old (42 lb) Boykin spaniel. The mini fits great. 4 days in the field so far small game hunting in mixed hardwoods and grasslands. My dog bolted down scent trails twice and I was able to know exactly where he was and when he turned around to come back. Max distance tested so far was 350 yards. It’s easy to use, easy to read on the run, looks very sturdy. Very pleased overall.

This collar is perfect for me and my big running GSP. It is simple to use with a little time in the hand.Knowing where and how far away he is could not be so simple.The stim on the collar can be fine tuned easily. The only reason for 4 instead of 5 stars is it is a little slow on the GPS to react to fast moving dogs like mine

I dont like tech, so I was looking for a simpler tracking collar. After watching Steve's video this seemed to be the ticket. The collars were easy to pair and it seems like the system will be easy to use. The stimulation gets my dogs attention on the "2" setting. Love the led lights on the collars. I think for a first tracking/training setup its a good choice.

Used during Pheasant season. Awesome for keeping track of your dog in thick cover. Easy to use.

Haven’t had a chance to actually use it in the field yet but around the yard it seems to work exactly as expected. Takes a bit to find signal but not excessively long. Provides the basics of what you need - where’s the dog and is he on point or moving. The handheld does beep once when the dog stops moving but it’s fairly quiet and I imagine in the field it may be easy to miss. Would be nice if beep was louder and more frequent when the dog stops moving but certainly not a deal breaker. Overall for me it was a great option that does it all without costing an arm and a leg.

I bought the PRO 550 plus and within 3 months of light use the collar will not take a charge. Garmin is requiring me to purchase a new one that they will ship to me and refund upon receipt of the broken collar. Garmin customer support leaves a lot to be desired especially considering the cost of one of these units. I have used tritronics products for over twenty years and have had great experience with them. This is the first Garmin/tritronics I have purchased and it is malfunctioning/broken within 4 months.

First hunt, first walk the antenna unscrewed itself and fell off (gone / lost). The notification for your dog on point is a split second vibration, impossible to feel if not holding the handheld device. GPS and directional indicator is great, don't have 100% confidence in distance accuracy. Garmin is sending a new antenna free of charge, on back order, go figure, I'm not the only one with the antenna issue. In fact, the person at Garmin recognized this as an issue. Will try lock-tight, plus I purchased a harness (leather) off GDS this should help, hopefully!

My 15 year old training collar had quit working and I had recently picked up a new Brittany pup. I bought this system for training and to be able to keep track of the new dog. I have not been disappointed. The Pro 550 + gives me a lot of comfort up in the grouse woods. Thanks Gun Dog Supply. I have always been happy with your prices and great customer service.

This by far appears to be the best option for a GPS/training system no touch screens to deal with. Always a pleasure doing business with Gun Dog Supply

I was running a Garmin 430 and separate shock collar. Now just one collar. The 550 plus is simple to use much easier than the 430, no logs to clear, it doesn't have much in the way of features, but I don't need all the features of the 430, don't even know what 1/2 of them are. I was afraid the Astro alpha 200 was too complicated for me, I don't want or need all of the features.

Had a problem with the unit when I got it and was unable to rectify it over the phone with garmin. They immediately sent me a replacement. It works great and it is real nice knowing where my dog is always at.

I have the 550 Pro with 3 separate collars and am VERY satisfied with that system for hunting AND training. I was uncertain which tracking package would best meet my hunting needs (primarily waterfowl). I appreciate the valuable feedback provided to me when I contacted Gun Dog Supply. I definitely feel I made the best choice for my personal hunting parameters because the Plus is almost identical to the Pro. I have not yet hunted all day with it, so I can not comment on battery life.

I have used Tri Tronics and Garmin for years with great results. Simple, easy to use and understand devices. This one had continual issues in the deep bush. Controls are not protected from bush and other hunting vest obstructions. Gloves are impossible due to size and location of controls. Unit continually needed resyncing at the worst times. If one were using this on rolling prairie with unlimited visibility and little obstruction on a nice glove free day it would be magnificent. I had to find an internet friendly area to download manual to operate. I would rather be hunting.

I ordered this electronic collar with great expectations. After a four week wait it came. I did the necessary charging and pairing needed. When I went to test it outside the transmitter could not connect with the GPS signal. I put it on a fence post and waited for an hour as the instructions said it could take a few minutes. When I was almost ready to give up it got a signal and worked for about three minuted. Then it lost contact again and I never could get it to work. I called gun dog supply and was told it probably needed an update and that it could be updated on any computer except and Apple product. In our house we have all Apple products including two computers. Im not sure why Garmin chose to exclude Apple. I do know I don't have time to borrow a friends computer or go to the library to do an update every time my collar needs an update and decides to stop working. An other issue; the antenna that comes out of the collar is at least over a foot long. It bounces around in the vision of the dog as he runs along. My dogs immediately tried to grab it and chew it to get rid of it. I returned the unit.

Purchased this to replace a different collar. Dog is already collar trained so it was just a matter of me getting comfortable with it. Steve Snells video was a helpful crash course on which button does what etc. My dog is a two year old Pudelpointer that consistently weighs in at 53 lbs. The TT collar is quite a bit bigger then the unit I replaced but she handles it just fine. Just got back from an overnight hike in trip to a Forest Service cabin and the collar did great. Had battery to spare after two days at 0-15 degrees with no way to charge the collar.

Garmin Pro 550 Plus is yet again a well made durable product from Garmin. I had the Pro 550 and loved everything about it but I needed GPS for working in tall brush. The Plus solved my problem and to take it one step further I synced it to my Garmin Instinct Watch. It's a great combination. I kept the old Pro 550 for training. Only drawback to the Plus is it doesn't feature the bark collar option. Gun Dog Supply came through with another great product, delivered in a timely fashion. Thanks! Picture of the Pro 550 Plus on my GSP "Natty Boh" attached. Can't wait till pheasant season.

i have a big running dog that gets out of bell range quiet often . he always comes back but he makes me uneasy when i cant see or hear him. he ran in to a porcupine once when he was close to me. i dont know what would of happened if he was out a ways. gps not perfect but close gives me piece of mind and makes the hunt more enjoyable

Having only used this once since receipt I can only say that for now it works as advertised. I will add that Steve and his crew at Gun Dog Supply are super to work with, very responsive and helpful.

I used the Pro550+ system on a sharptail hunt in Nebraska and was pleased overall. The GPS/tracking function worked nice which was good because I had a rookie dog go on a long foray and was able to stay in touch with him and find him after he got lost. On the downside, the small toggle switches are hard to locate/adjust accurately on the fly. The old Garmin Pro 70 three-button handheld is much easier to use in the field and I would prefer that type of system on this collar, where each button controls a different dog. If this handheld unit was designed more like that one I would give this unit 5*.

Product and Service were excellent , videos on how to, very helpful. Service was prompt & was kept in communication every step of the way. Would recommend Garmin 550 plus mini e-collar and Gundogsupply for your hunting dog supplies.

Fantastic e-collar for our training. Levels of stimulation are fine (12). Used to train a wpg. We hike daily for her exercise in the mountains. She is never more than 200 yards away, but usually out of site. The simple GPS provides distance and direction to give us piece of mind with her location as well as knowing if she is locked up or chasing fur. Stim is strong enough for aversion training, but vibration is good enough 99% of the time. Recall beeper works perfect. Seldom use whistle any more as the beeper results in perfect recall.

This concept is a great concept. However, once my dogs go on point at 100 yards or less the distance to the dogs is off by about 1/2 every time. If they are 30 yards away it shows them at 60 to 70 yards, etc. etc. Calibrating the Handheld unit does not fix the problem. I am sending mine back and have already ordered another hoping it works better because the concept of GPS and shock in on is great.

Garmin got it right--just spent 3 days in Nebraska testing--loved the PRO550!

Works great-Love it!!