Garmin inReach Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator Tracker
Garmin inReach Messenger PLUS. Your Ultimate Off-Grid Communication Lifeline - Read our blog article
SOS Satellite Communicator with Photo & Voice Messaging (requires subscription from GARMIN)
Say It. Show It. Share It. Anywhere, Anytime.
Adventure beyond mobile coverage without losing touch. The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus is a rugged satellite communicator that lets you:
✔ Send & receive texts, photos, and voice messages without cell service¹
✔ Trigger an interactive SOS with 24/7 global emergency monitoring via Garmin Response
✔ Share real-time GPS tracking with loved ones using LiveTrack
✔ Navigate safely with TracBack routing and Garmin Explore trip planning
✔ Stay powered for weeks with an ultra-long battery life & extreme-weather durability
USE THE GARMIN EXPLORE APP TO SHARE YOUR GPS LOCATION WITH LIVE TRACK
#1 Trusted Satellite Communication for Hikers, Explorers & Off-Grid Professionals
Key Features of the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus
📡 Reliable, more affordable Satellite Communication Beyond Cellular Coverage
Exchange texts, photos, and voice messages via global Iridium satellite network
Sync contacts & send group messages via the Garmin Messenger app
On-device display works even if your phone battery dies
Seamless switching between Wi-Fi, cellular, and satellite networks
Share your GPS location and your route anytime with live tracking. You can also embed your GPS coordinates with your text, photo or voice messages.
🆘 24/7 Emergency SOS & Global Safety Features
Interactive SOS alerts to Garmin Response (staffed emergency coordination centre)
GPS accuracy with automatic satellite acquisition—no need to point at the sky
Check-in messages (free & unlimited) to keep contacts updated¹
The internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives you up to 25 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode.
🧭 Smart Navigation & Tracking for Adventures
TracBack routing – Retrace your steps safely
Garmin Explore app – Plan routes, track progress & share live location
Weather forecasts – Request updates for your destination¹
🔋 Rugged, Long-Lasting & Adventure-Ready
IPX7 waterproof & built for extreme temperatures
Up to 25 days battery life (10-minute tracking mode)
Safety charging – Power your phone from the device in emergencies
Why Choose the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus?
✅ Global coverage – Works anywhere with Iridium satellite network
✅ Two-way messaging – Stay connected off-grid
✅ Emergency-ready – 24/7 SOS & rescue coordination
✅ Ultra-durable – Survives harsh outdoor conditions
✅ Long battery life – Weeks of use on a single charge
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| General |
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| Lens material | Chemically strengthened glass |
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| Dimension | 7.8 x 6.4 x 2.3 cm ( 3.1″ x 2.5″ x 0.9″) |
| Weight | 117.2 g (4.1 oz) |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| Display Type | Sunlight-readable, monochrome, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) |
| Display Size | 2.53 x 1.1 cm 2.74 cm diagonal (1″ x 0.43″, 1.08″ diagonal) |
| Display Resolution | 160 x 68 pixels |
| Battery type | Rechargeable internal lithium-ion |
| Battery life | Up to 120 hours with a text message or location sent every 2 minutes in low power messaging mode, up to 70 hours in performance messaging mode Up to 600 hours with a text message or location sent every 10 minutes in low power messaging mode, up to 110 hours in performance messaging mode Up to 250 Media Messages sent on a single battery charge. Up to 1 year when powered off Note - Battery life estimates are with full sky view and can be significantly impacted by obstructions or tree cover. |
| Interface | USB-C |
| Maps & memory |
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| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activities | yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
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| Satellite Imagery | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Includes detailed hydrographic features (coastlines, lake/river shorelines, wetlands and perennial and seasonal streams) | yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Includes searchable points of interests (parks, campgrounds, scenic lookouts and picnic sites) | yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Displays national, state and local parks, forests, and wilderness areas | yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Waypoints/favourites/locations | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Courses | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Sensors |
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| GPS | YES |
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| Galileo | YES |
| QZSS | YES |
| BeiDou | YES |
| Compass | YES |
| High-sensitivity receiver | YES |
| GPS compass (while moving) | YES |
| Daily smart features |
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| Compatible with Garmin Messenger app | YES |
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| Safety and tracking features |
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| LiveTrack | YES |
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| Outdoor recreation |
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| Point-to-point navigation | yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
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| TracBack | YES |
| inReach features |
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| Interactive SOS | YES |
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| inReach weather | YES |
| Send and receive text messages to SMS and email | YES |
| Send and receive text messages to other inReach device | YES |
| Send and receive group messages | YES |
| Send and receive photos | YES |
| Send and receive voice messages | YES |
| Send and receive 1,600 character messages | YES |
| Exchange locations with other inReach device | YES |
| MapShare compatible with tracking | YES |
| Virtual keyboard for custom messaging | YES |
| inReach remote compatible | YES |
| Outdoor applications |
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| Compatible with Garmin Explore app | YES |
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| Garmin Explore website compatible | YES |
| Smart switching between Wi-Fi, Mobile and Satellite with Garmin Messenger app | YES |
| Connections |
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| Connections Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth |
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