Garmin inReach Messenger Plus
SAY IT. SHOW IT. SHARE IT.
Tell them you miss them. Show them the view. Share the experience. With an active inReach subscription, the trailblazing inReach Messenger Plus SOS satellite communicator lets you exchange text, photo and voice messages when your adventure takes you beyond cellular range. Plus, the durable design withstands extreme temperatures, and the battery lasts for weeks.
Details
- Item #GRMF07W
- Digital Compass
- yes
- Technical Features
- see size chart for full list of features
- Battery Type
- lithium-ion, rechargeable
- Battery Life
- [maximum] 600hr
- Dimensions
- 3.1 x 2.5 x 0.9in
- Submersible
- no, IPX7 water resistant
- Face Size
- 1 x 0.43in, [diagonal] 1.08in
- Claimed Weight
- 4.1oz
- Activity
- travel, backpacking, weekend camping
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 5 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 5, 2025
Well made
Have not used yet, but it seems durable, straightforward to navigate and I like the size of it. I wish there were better case options to connect it to your pack or chest rig, the corner lanyard loop is tiny and only fits very small diameter cordage.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 30, 2025
Device works as expected, account mgmt rough
I purchased the InReach Messenger Plus for a family member. In the first few weeks it has been used to communicate (mostly the basic "I'm OK" check-in) from trails and lakes out of cell range, which was the purpose. The ability to send voice and photo messages will get more use with time. The difficulty is not the device, but the account administration. The website options are limited and it doesn't appear that I can assign the device to the actual user without over-writing my own name as the account owner. So messages come from "me" (my name) when it's actually my family member. I had intended to get another device for others, but I'm not sure how that would work when they are all assigned to my name. I'm the one paying the bills, so I don't want to change the name on the account to reflect the user anywhere except as the device messaging name. More account management functionality would be greatly appreciated.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
January 9, 2025
Bad product
I received this product and it will not activate. And have been unable to find any phone numbers or things to get help
Originally reviewed on Garmin
December 19, 2024
Works great
I have used it offshore fishing two times - worked well. Battery life is great. I did a bunch of reading before settling on buying this version - I bought it because it would send pics - thats the only difference I remember from the ones that were cheaper. What I did not know is the person receiving the pic via my messenger has to have the garmin app. Knowing that I would have probably opted for the cheaper version. Regardless of cost, cannot believe I have boated for all of the years without it - I am sure its a short term with the falling cost of Star Link but very happy to have it!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
October 15, 2024
Messenger Plus is Great !
I’ve owned MANY Satellite Communications devices in the last 10 years: Spot sat com products (spot 3, spot x), and a number of INREACH sat comm products- explorer+, 750i, mini 2, messenger, and now the messenger plus. I like it! I gave input years ago to Garmin that I’d be interested in a sat comm device that sends pictures and voice memos. You listened! THANK YOU! I’ve basically been downsizing my devices and just bought my MESSENGER in May. When MESSENGER PLUS was released and I saw the functionality you built in- plus allow longer text messages- I bought it. I may be the first purchaser! It works great. While I do not plan to use it a lot, it’s good to have the functionality when I am off the grid- including SOS use if needed. However- you DO need to Make sure receivers of your pics and voice messages have the Explorer software their phones- which is an annoyance. It would be great if Garmin could update the system so anyone can receive the messages! And, reducing the monthly price of premium service would be great too. In Technology, costs come down over time. Cell service is one example. Why not iridium? Thanks again for a solid device for off the grid tracking and communicating! Vinnie the K
Originally reviewed on Garmin
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