Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus
Send texts, photos, voice messages—or even an SOS—without cell service. Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus keeps you connected off the grid. It responds to voice commands and has a color touch-screen display.
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- Explore with peace of mind knowing you can trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin Response℠—a 24/7-staffed international emergency coordination center
- Exchange text messages, photos, voice messages or group messages, or share your LiveTrack™ location—all without cell service (active satellite subscription required)
- LiveTrack™ location sharing (requires Garmin Messenger™ smartphone app ) lets friends and family follow your location and see data such as distance, time elapsed and elevation
- Taking and sending photos requires pairing your inReach® device with your compatible smartphone by using the Garmin Messenger™ app
- Use voice commands to send check-ins, start tracking and more; available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Dutch, Swedish and Danish
- This lightweight SOS satellite communicator uses the global Iridium® satellite network so you can stay connected without cell coverage
- Active satellite subscription required; some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices
- Rugged design features a high-resolution and scratch-resistant color touch screen; can withstand impact, extreme weather and harsh temperatures (IP67 water rating)
- Internal, rechargeable lithium battery supports up to 350 hrs. with 10 min. inReach tracking and up to 95 hrs. in performance messaging mode
- No need to aim the device at the sky; get global satellite reception in wooded, dense and remote locations
- Get weather reports and request forecasts for your destinations
- Plan your trip, navigate, record an activity and follow your course to your destination and back when paired with the enhanced Garmin Explore™ app on your smartphone
- Tap and swipe through menus and maps on the intuitive touch-screen display; use the physical buttons when wearing gloves
- Check in with friends and family by using preset phrases that do not count against your monthly allotted text messages, or send custom messages when you have more to say
- Pair your device with the Garmin Messenger™ app on your compatible smartphone for optimized inReach® device messaging
- Leverage Wi-Fi technology or the cellular connection of your smartphone—beyond cell service your device will seamlessly switch to satellite technology
- Pair with your compatible Garmin watch or handheld device to control inReach® device functions (texting, SOS and location sharing) from the paired device
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| Best Use | Emergency Preparedness Multisport |
|---|---|
| GPS/Satellite Detectable | Yes |
| Average Battery Life | Up to 350 hrs. with 10 min. inReach tracking; up to 95 hrs. in performance messaging mode |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
| Batteries | Rechargeable internal lithium-ion |
| Messaging Capability | 2-Way Messaging |
| SOS Function | Yes |
| Device Integration | Smartphone Integration Watch Integration |
| Location Accuracy | 3 meters |
| Number of Waypoints | Unlimited |
| Weather Forecast | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Altimeter | Pressure-based |
| Visual Map Display | Yes |
| Basemap | Yes |
| Preloaded Map | None |
| Display Size | 1.9 inches |
| Color Screen | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Water-Resistance Rating | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 3.85 x 2.16 x 1.05 inches |
| Weight | 4.42 ounces |
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Light and simple design
Easy to setup service and getting app for messaging. Took a moment to get our first few ‘test’ messages out but it was easy to use after setup finished
Inreach
The Garmin inreach gives me the peace of mind of knowing I’m safe when I’m hiking alone. Worth every penny
Activation failed & Navigation almost useless
Even after an hour last night and another hour today working with Garmin support my new device is not yet active on my pre-existing plan. I presume Garmin will get it working. Eventually. My use case for inReach is emergencies: to navigate if I'm lost and my other navigation tools have failed, or communicate if I'm off-plan late or need help. Consequently, mine is almost always powered off and carried in a protected place to maximize the chance it will work when I need it. Most reviews I've seen say the mapping/navigation functionality is essentially useless. I thought I could still use it for backup/emergency navigation if I pre-loaded my desired trail as a course and then, should I get lost, I could still navigate back to the trail. My trip planning is done on a laptop, and file copy over USB cable works and would be super convenient, but I have yet to find documentation on the file format and directory for course files. For now I need to move files from laptop to phone and then sync them to device using Messenger. Unnecessarily cumbersome. On GPSMAP64 one can select which routes to display on map, and then they always appear on map. On Mini 3 Plus the "course" is only visible on the map when in the Navigate mode. More complicated and less useful. Alternatively it is easy to record a waypoint and see your current GPS coordinates, which could help in a pinch if you have a paper map that includes them. The user interface is typical of older Garmin products I've used. It often seems harder to use than it should be, but with practice you can usually get it to work OK for your needs. Its not a bad idea to go try every button in the interface just to see what happens. Specifically I suggest you learn how to disable/enable the touch screen before taking it on trail. The physical buttons work well for navigating the user interface. Build quality seems typical of older Garmin products I've used, and those have performed well.