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Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging

Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging

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Our take on the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging

The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus is a palm-sized satellite communicator that pairs with your phone through the Garmin Messenger app to send two-way text, photo and 30-second voice messages where there is no cell signal. It adds an interactive SOS button that reaches Garmin Response, a staffed 24/7 coordination center, and preset check-in phrases that don't count against your monthly message allowance. It suits hikers, backpackers, paddlers, overlanders and remote workers who want a safety line and richer messages than plain texting. Against the original inReach Messenger it adds photo and voice messaging; against a satellite messenger without a keypad or screen it leans on your phone for the interface, which keeps it small but means you need the app and a charged phone. An active subscription is required, and some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit satellite communicators.

Best forBackcountry hikers and backpackersPaddlers and overlanders out of cell rangeSolo travelers and remote workersFamilies wanting preset check-ins and SOS
Pros
  • Two-way text, photo and voice messaging over satellite
  • Interactive SOS to a 24/7 staffed response center
  • Preset check-in phrases don't use monthly message allowance
  • Texts up to 1,600 characters to multiple contacts at once
  • Compact and light enough to carry on every trip
  • Pairs with the Garmin Messenger app on a compatible smartphone
Cons
  • Requires an active satellite subscription to work
  • Needs a compatible smartphone and the app for messaging
  • Photo and voice messages are short and compressed
  • Satellite messaging can lag compared with cell texting
  • Satellite communicators are regulated or banned in some jurisdictions

Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the inReach Messenger Plus as a reliable backcountry safety line and like the addition of photo and voice messages over the earlier Messenger. Many say the app-based messaging is easy once set up, while some find satellite send times slow and the subscription a recurring cost to accept.

What people mention
  • Messaging reliabilityPraisedOwners report texts get through in remote areas where phones have no signal.
  • SOS responsePraisedBuyers value the interactive SOS link to a staffed coordination center as a safety net.
  • Photo and voicePraisedReviewers like sending short photos and voice clips to explain a situation or share a view.
  • SubscriptionCriticisedOwners say the required plan is a recurring cost on top of the device.
  • Send speedMixedSome users find satellite messages arrive slowly compared with cell texting.
  • App setupMixedPairing and the Messenger app are easy for some and take fiddling for others.

About the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging

The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus is a compact satellite communicator for two-way text, photo and voice messaging in areas with no cell coverage. It requires an active subscription, and some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices.

It connects to a compatible smartphone through the Garmin Messenger app, so you can message multiple contacts at once. Messaging uses Wi-Fi or your phone's cellular connection, then switches to satellite when you go beyond cell service. Preset check-in phrases do not count against your monthly text allotment, and you can also send custom messages.

In an emergency, you can trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin Response, a 24/7-staffed international coordination center. You can also pair the device with a compatible Garmin watch or handheld to control texting, location sharing and SOS from that device. Paired with the Garmin Explore app, it lets you plan a trip, record an activity and share live tracking. TracBack navigation guides you back to your starting point.

Messaging
Two-way text, photo and voice messages
Text length
Up to 1,600 characters per message
Voice messages
Up to 30 seconds
Preset messages
Preset phrases don't count against monthly text allotment
SOS
Interactive SOS to Garmin Response, staffed 24/7
Connectivity
Wi-Fi, smartphone cellular connection or satellite
Apps
Garmin Messenger, Garmin Explore
Compatibility
Compatible smartphones; compatible Garmin watches and handhelds
Navigation
TracBack route back to start; live GPS location sharing
Battery

Questions and answers

Do I need a subscription to use it?
Yes. Text, photo, voice and SOS features require an active satellite subscription, and some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit these devices.
Can it send photos and voice messages?
Yes. Through the Garmin Messenger app it sends photos and 30-second voice messages alongside texts of up to 1,600 characters.
How is it different from the inReach Messenger?
The Plus adds photo and voice messaging to the two-way texting and SOS of the earlier Messenger, with the same app-based approach.
Does it work without a smartphone?
Messaging runs through the Garmin Messenger app on a compatible smartphone, so you need a charged phone paired with the device.
What does the SOS button do?
It opens an interactive SOS to Garmin Response, a 24/7 staffed coordination center that can relay your situation to emergency services.
Do check-in messages use my monthly allowance?
No. Preset check-in phrases don't count against your monthly allotted text messages; custom messages do.
Where is the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging cheapest?
At Purrosa, for $525.99, as of our latest check.

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