The problem is that the display is far too small. If you have all the info
shown on the display, then it becomes very cluttered.

Another way to think about, is to imagine working with a 3" paper chart.
It would be impossible, wouldn't it?

I generally agree, Donal. What I do is shut down everything but the navaids.
Pretty usable in that mode for SMALLER areas.
As BB pointed out, not a chart replacement....just an additional tool that
happens to cost next to nothing. It's also great for road trips and hiking
beyond a non-mapping unit.

RB