Garmin inReach Messenger PLUS. Your Ultimate Off-Grid Communication Lifeline - Read our blog article
Now comes with a Solar Power Bank (While Stock Lasts) so you can charge your Messenger when you need to in the great outdoors.
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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Garmin inReach® Messenger Plus Satellite Communicator Tracker + Solar Power Bank
General
Lens material Chemically strengthened glass 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
Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activities yes (via Garmin Explore App) 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
GPS YES Galileo YES QZSS YES BeiDou YES Compass YES High-sensitivity receiver YES GPS compass (while moving) YES Daily smart features
Compatible with Garmin Messenger app YES Safety and tracking features
LiveTrack YES Outdoor recreation
Point-to-point navigation yes (via Garmin Explore App) TracBack® YES inReach® features
Interactive SOS YES 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
Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app YES Garmin Explore website compatible YES Smart switching between Wi-Fi, Mobile and Satellite with Garmin Messenger app YES Connections
Connections Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth®