A simple user interface through the Garmin Messenger app on your smartphone makes it easy to exchange text messages with loved ones via satellite or cellular networks.

Optimized inReach messaging uses your smartphone’s cellular connection when it’s available, then seamlessly switches to a 100% global Iridium® satellite network when you go beyond available cellular coverage range.

Use your smartphone and the Garmin Messenger app to send group messages.

Explore with peace of mind knowing you can trigger an interactive SOS message to the Garmin Response center, a 24/7-staffed international coordination center for help in an emergency.

Loved ones can follow your location in real time2 and see data such as distance, time and elevation.

Use the screen to confirm that messages have been sent, send messages and read responses, even when your phone battery dies.

Send simple check-in messages that do not count toward your allotted text messages1.

Easily find your contacts with the Garmin Messenger app and your compatible smartphone.

Send and receive text messages, or trigger an interactive SOS message remotely by using select compatible Garmin products1.

Get weather reports. You can even request forecasts for your destinations1.

Use this feature to navigate back to where you started the same way you came.

This compact and lightweight device is tough, durable, impact-resistant and water-rated to IPX7.

Dead phone battery? Connect your phone to the device and use the device’s battery to charge it.

The internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives you up to 28 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode.