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product_id: 473798136
title: "inReach® Messenger Handheld Satellite Communicator, Global Two-Way Messaging"
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price: "€ 435.61"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Garmin"
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# Interactive SOS with 24/7 monitoring Global 2-way satellite messaging 28-day battery life in tracking mode inReach® Messenger Handheld Satellite Communicator, Global Two-Way Messaging

**Brand:** garmin
**Price:** € 435.61
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📡 Never lose touch, even when the world goes silent.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** inReach® Messenger Handheld Satellite Communicator, Global Two-Way Messaging by garmin
- **How much does it cost?** € 435.61 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/473798136-inreach-messenger-handheld-satellite-communicator-global-two-way-messaging)

## Best For

- garmin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted garmin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **SOS Safety Net:** Instantly trigger interactive SOS alerts monitored 24/7 for peace of mind in any emergency.
- • **Epic Battery Life:** Up to 28 days on a single charge keeps you powered through extended adventures without worry.
- • **Group Chat on the Go:** Share your journey and coordinate with multiple contacts simultaneously via the Garmin Messenger app.
- • **Compact & Rugged Design:** Lightweight, durable, and built to withstand extreme conditions—your ultimate off-grid companion.
- • **Stay Connected Anywhere:** Send and receive texts globally—even off the grid with seamless satellite and cellular switching.

## Overview

The Garmin inReach® Messenger is a compact, rugged handheld satellite communicator offering global two-way messaging, interactive SOS alerts, and location sharing. With up to 28 days of battery life, seamless switching between cellular and satellite networks, and group messaging capabilities via the Garmin Messenger app, it ensures reliable communication anywhere on the planet—even beyond cell coverage. Perfect for professionals and adventurers who demand safety, connectivity, and peace of mind in remote environments.

## Description

With the inReach® Messenger satellite communicator, home is closer than you think (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices). Providing global two-way messaging and interactive SOS, it keeps you connected with friends and family even when you’re out of cell coverage. Use the device to check in with contacts, read and reply to their responses with preset messages and even share your GPS location data if you like. More detailed texting and group messaging are easy when using the Garmin Messenger™ smartphone app. Or send/receive messages by using compatible Garmin handhelds, wearables or other devices. Seamless switching between Wi-Fi® wireless networking and cellular/satellite networks gives you superior connectivity and cost-efficiency for all your communications. And the on-device display gives you the ability to confirm that your message has been sent. You’ll even see a response that help is on the way in case of emergency. The communicator’s internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives up to 28 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode — and provides safety charging to help recover a depleted phone.

Review: Great product! Well designed, works well. - Fantastic battery life, I used it for 8 days in and out of cell coverage at only used 40% of the battery. Can be used without a phone, but using a phone via Bluetooth makes things easier. Garmin has several plans to suit your needs, although you must have some plan active to use the system. Easy to set up contacts. 3 predefined messages (starting, stopping and allos well) and many customizable messages. I did not use the SOS, nor did I attempt to test it, but instructions are provided. I purchased a silicone case and that made it not slide around on my dash. The device signals when too hot or too cold, and I was pleasantly surprised that even a full day in the sun on my dash didn't cause it to complain about the heat. The devices uses your phones BT to access the Internet via it's WiFi or cellular (no Garmin fees) and only uses satellite (Garmin fees) when there is no other option for coverage. Great customer support website. Nice way to share your progress via a amp with anyone. Overall great product.
Review: This works: EVERYWHERE - I have had an Insight Messenger for almost two years. I used this in a remote part of Madagascar. It functioned perfectly for what it’s designed to do. It’s not for unlimited texting, but it allows essential communication. A smart phone is necessary to send texts through the Garmin InTouch, and makes it lots easier to read texts that are received. If you exceed allotted number of texts for your plan, the cost is reasonable. I did not require emergency assistance, but knowing it was available was reassuring. I use it regularly for an emergency locator when hiking in the US. The ability to directly communicate with emergency response personnel is an extremely attractive feature. Battery life is great, light weight and small. It doesn’t necessarily require a smart phone for emergencies, but the smart phone makes it much easier to use, more comforting, and generally better.

## Features

- Small, rugged, lightweight satellite communicator enables two-way text messaging even in areas with no cell coverage (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices)
- Send two-way messages globally; easily text back and forth directly with friends via the Garmin Messenger app, even when you’re out of cellular coverage. (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices.)
- Group messaging via the Garmin Messenger smartphone app lets you share your adventures with multiple contacts simultaneously — and have group text chats with friends and family
- Check in with contacts directly by using preset messages that do not count toward your allotted text messages (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices)
- Share your GPS location (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices)
- Trigger an interactive SOS to the Garmin IERCC 24/7-staffed monitoring and coordination center for help in an emergency (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices)
- Optimize the way your message is sent through both cellular and satellite communication options (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices)
- Pair with select smart devices and other Garmin handhelds, wearables and marine equipment
- Internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives up to 28 days of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode — and provides safety charging to help recover a depleted phone

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BFBZR4KW |
| Additional Features | Compact, Rugged Design, Flexible Satellite Airtime Plans, Group Messaging, Inreach Weather Forecast Service, Interactive SOS Alerts, Location Sharing, Safety Charging, Seamless ConnectionGroup Messaging, Tracback Routing, Two-Way Messaging |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Battery Average Life | 28 days |
| Brand | Garmin |
| Built-In Media | inReach Messenger, Type A to Type C USB cable, Documentation |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Any Vehicle Type |
| Connectivity Protocol | Satellite, Cellular |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Control Method | App |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 435 Reviews |
| Display Type | Sunlight-readable, Monochrome, Transflective Memory-in-Pixel (MIP) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00753759292355 |
| Human-Interface Input | Buttons |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.1"L x 2.5"W x 0.9"H |
| Item Type Name | Handhelp GPS |
| Item Weight | 4 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| Map Types | North America |
| Model Name | inReach Messenger |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Mounting Type | Handheld |
| Operating System | Windows CE/Linux-based system |
| Screen Size | 2.74 Centimeters |
| Special Feature | Compact, Rugged Design, Flexible Satellite Airtime Plans, Group Messaging, Inreach Weather Forecast Service, Interactive SOS Alerts, Location Sharing, Safety Charging, Seamless ConnectionGroup Messaging, Tracback Routing, Two-Way Messaging Special Feature Compact, Rugged Design, Flexible Satellite Airtime Plans, Group Messaging, Inreach Weather Forecast Service, Interactive SOS Alerts, Location Sharing, Safety Charging, Seamless ConnectionGroup Messaging, Tracback Routing, Two-Way Messaging See more |
| Sport Type | Camping & Hiking, Boating |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| Touch Screen Type | Resistive |
| UPC | 753759292355 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Vehicle Service Type | Any Vehicle Type |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited warranty |

## Product Details

- **Battery Life:** 28 days
- **Brand:** Garmin
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wireless
- **Included Components:** inReach Messenger, Type A to Type C USB cable, Documentation
- **Map Type:** North America
- **Model Name:** inReach Messenger
- **Mounting Type:** Handheld
- **Screen Size:** 2.74 Centimeters
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Any Vehicle Type

## Images

![inReach® Messenger Handheld Satellite Communicator, Global Two-Way Messaging - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51kc-UN5bbL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will the Messenger transmit and receive through overhead obstructions like a tent roof?**
A: Garmin plays it safe and conservative with their messaging so you won't get a real world answer from them. I have been using InReach devices since 2018 in varied backcountry environments - mountains, river valleys, deep narrow canyons, forests, open desert. In a lightweight backpacking type tent with a clear view of the sky, with the device kept *outside* of your pack - it will send and receive messages & SOS similarly to how it would sitting outside. I commonly hang the device on loops inside my tent and it works totally fine. A layer of  silnylon, DCF material, etc. does not substantially block Iridium satellite reception. What will be a problem is if you keep the device buried in your pack and inside your tent - then you have multiple material layers and possibly metal frames and such in the way. This will make satellite reception either bad or impossible. A lot of negative reviews of this device stem from user error such as keeping it buried inside a pack. Any dense tree cover or narrow, tall canyon walls in your direct overhead vicinity will cause delays in reception, but this has never been an actual impediment to use. It's likely your messages still get across, they will just take longer time (say an hour, or two - instead of a few minutes). Ultimately my experience is these things work better than Garmin claims and the only time I've had real bonafide reception problems was in the deepest parts of a slot canyon in southern Utah. There's your answer from a real world user.

**Q: What are the various monthly charges please?**
A: 15 a month and 12x12 if paying for a full year.  

Then there's also a 30 dollar activation fee 35 dollar program fee and each message is 50 cents with 160 characters counting as one message.

Sounds super excessive unless you do Iron Man or do training in very remote areas.

**Q: Can an external antenna be attached (like a sat phone uses) to work inside of a vehicle or building?**
A: There is not an external antenna, must be outside with a clear view of the sky.

For more information please view our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. You can also contact Product Support or email us at product.support@garmin.com. Thanks Jenny

**Q: Does it come with own cellular number or email address like in Zoleo ? That you can give it out to others to contact you ?**
A: Your inReach® Messenger device sends and receives text messages using the Iridium® satellite network. You can send messages to an SMS phone number, an email address, or another device that uses inReach technology. Each message you send includes your location details where allowed.

For more information please view our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. You can also contact Product Support or email us at product.support@garmin.com. Thanks Jenny

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product! Well designed, works well.
*by A***R on October 10, 2025*

Fantastic battery life, I used it for 8 days in and out of cell coverage at only used 40% of the battery. Can be used without a phone, but using a phone via Bluetooth makes things easier. Garmin has several plans to suit your needs, although you must have some plan active to use the system. Easy to set up contacts. 3 predefined messages (starting, stopping and allos well) and many customizable messages. I did not use the SOS, nor did I attempt to test it, but instructions are provided. I purchased a silicone case and that made it not slide around on my dash. The device signals when too hot or too cold, and I was pleasantly surprised that even a full day in the sun on my dash didn't cause it to complain about the heat. The devices uses your phones BT to access the Internet via it's WiFi or cellular (no Garmin fees) and only uses satellite (Garmin fees) when there is no other option for coverage. Great customer support website. Nice way to share your progress via a amp with anyone. Overall great product.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This works: EVERYWHERE
*by A***S on October 1, 2024*

I have had an Insight Messenger for almost two years. I used this in a remote part of Madagascar. It functioned perfectly for what it’s designed to do. It’s not for unlimited texting, but it allows essential communication. A smart phone is necessary to send texts through the Garmin InTouch, and makes it lots easier to read texts that are received. If you exceed allotted number of texts for your plan, the cost is reasonable. I did not require emergency assistance, but knowing it was available was reassuring. I use it regularly for an emergency locator when hiking in the US. The ability to directly communicate with emergency response personnel is an extremely attractive feature. Battery life is great, light weight and small. It doesn’t necessarily require a smart phone for emergencies, but the smart phone makes it much easier to use, more comforting, and generally better.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked great in Alaska
*by K***E on May 28, 2024*

I bought this specifically for fishing trips I take to SE Alaska where we get dropped off at old forest service dry cabins dotted around the Tongass National Forest, 20-30 miles from the nearest town so there's no cell service. This thing worked like a champ in all weather conditions - we didn't have a clear view of the sky, maybe 50% clear coverage from the North and East, the rest being tree coverage, but it was enough where we never had issues sending or receiving messages, or getting weather updates. Longest I think it ever took for a message to get out was about 10 minutes, and that was when it was raining and cloudy. The paired phone app definitely makes it really easy to utilize the device as well, so don't skip that step if you buy one of these. I very much appreciate that Garmin has two different subscription methods - yearly subscription and monthly when you need it. I use the monthly as I only need it a couple times a year, so I just suspend it between usage. Since I use the monthly subscription, it does have a yearly fee involved that the yearly subscription isn't subjected too (something like $35), but compared to $400-500 for a SIM card pre-loaded with minutes on my sat phone that barely works, and where the minutes expire in 6 months, this is a steal! My main complaint is the battery life, in reality if you're sending and receiving a couple dozen texts a day, and it's not perfectly clear skies, expect 2-3 days - this is a very minor gripe as I always come prepared with many methods to recharge my gear. Fortunately, it doesn't eat up much from my battery banks, and it charged just fine with my folding solar panels. Secondly, I haven't figured out a way to charge the device while it's turned off - as soon as I plug it in to charge, it turns on, which often defeats the purpose of what I'm trying to do. Overall, extremely pleased with this purchase, only thing that could make it better is if Garmin teamed up with one of the big satellite companies for better bandwidth so my wife can send me pictures of my dogs over the messenger!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-06*