The Active 10 Plus model doesn't sound much like I'd be interested. The Postcode database is of limited use on a GPS that doesn't do automagic routing, and it doesn't sound like losing the base vector mapping to gain a very limited worldwide map is much of a deal.
I might go for the upgrade to the world base map at some point as I've not found that I've used the vector maps yet, but 1:5million isn't that helpful except to fill in the space between proper maps as far as I can see. I've got no foreign trips planned, so I'm in no rush.
I did try their web route planning thing the other day, but gave up really rather quickly as I couldn't get it to put dots where I clicked, follow roads or undo
Ditto. It's not very good. Apart from having 1:25000 mapping of the UK, I think it's inferior to some of the free online ones. The viewing window is far too small, for a start. I told them, & they say it's intended to make it bigger eventually, but it's not a high priority. Making it work with other than OS maps, & some other improvements, are higher on the list.
I'm not interested in the world map or postcode database, either.
I've adopted a few methods of plotting routes for my Active 10. Probably all pretty standard, but bear with me: I'm new to this.
1. Plot them on my computer using one of the free online route planners, then load them onto the Active 10.
2. Let the Active 10 remember where I go, & save the route. I use this method when I'm following someone else, if I like their route. Any tweaks I do on the computer.
3. Nick one from Bikely. I intend to put some of my favourites on there, to pay for those I copy.
I see that on the website, to see the Dutch & Norwegian maps, you have to click on the relevant language icons. Hmm. What if you don't speak Dutch, but want to buy the maps for use on holiday? The selection of walking & cycling routes on their Dutch website is impressive, & I think excellent for anyone planning, e.g., a cycling holiday in the Netherlands, but do I really have to buy the map cards (1:25000 for the whole country, on two cards, BTW) from the ANWB Webwinkel (in Dutch only)?
I really like the thing itself, & I'm very pleased with Mrs Bs choice of birthday present for me, but I'm not impressed by the website, route planner, & how they sell stuff. Good that they sell the bike brackets separately, though. I need another one.