InReach Messenger Plus, from the brand Garmin, is a satellite communication system that
allows you to exchange SMS messages, photos and voice messages2 when adventure takes you beyond cellular network coverage. In addition, its durable design withstands extreme temperatures and its battery lasts several weeks.
Send a selfie or share a beautiful sunset, even without mobile network coverage. Simply pair your device with the Garmin Messenger app on a compatible smartphone.
Tell them you miss them in a 30-second voice message, even without cellular network coverage. Simply pair your device with the Garmin Messenger app on your compatible smartphone.
Exchange SMS messages containing up to 1,600 characters directly on the device. Connect your compatible smartphone to the Garmin Messenger app to exchange SMS messages, send emojis or start a group conversation.
Explore with peace of mind knowing that you can send an interactive SOS with your GPS coordinates to Garmin Response, an international coordination center available 24/7 to assist you in case of emergency. Furthermore, instead of going through the mobile phone network, your messages are sent via the Iridium global satellite network.
Share your GPS location and itinerary at any time with real-time tracking. You can also embed your GPS coordinates in your SMS messages, photos and voice messages.
Plan your route, visualize your track on a map, record an activity and display a highlighted course showing the distance to your destination when you pair your device with the Garmin Explore app on a compatible smartphone.
NOTE : some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the user's responsibility to research the laws in force in the jurisdiction where they intend to use the device and to comply with them.
Main features
- Send simple preset messages that don't count against your SMS plan.1
- Easily find your contacts with the Garmin Messenger app and your compatible smartphone.
- Use Wi-Fi® wireless technology or your smartphone's cellular connection to send messages. As soon as you leave mobile or Wi-Fi coverage, the device seamlessly switches to the satellite network.
- Use your smartphone and the Garmin Messenger app to send group messages.
- Send and receive SMS messages or trigger an interactive SOS remotely on select compatible Garmin products1.
- The screen displays a confirmation message when your messages are sent and allows you to send messages and read replies, even when your phone battery is dead.
- The built-in antenna automatically acquires satellite signals to update your latitude and longitude; no need to point your device at the sky.
- Designed to operate in extreme temperatures, the compact inReach® Messenger Plus is rugged, durable, shock-resistant and waterproof to IPX7 standard.
- Receive weather reports. You can even request forecasts for your destinations1.
- Use this feature to easily retrace your steps back to your starting point.
- Is your phone battery dead? Plug your phone into the device and use the device's battery to recharge it.
- The rechargeable internal lithium battery provides up to 25 days of battery life in tracking mode at 10-minute intervals.