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$165.50: Garmin inReach Messenger Handheld Satellite Communicator, Global Two-Way Messaging at Amazon

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Dec 29, 2025 2:07 PM
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Does it require any paid subscription?
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Does it require any paid subscription?
Yes, a paid plan is required.
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freeze1617Dec 29, 2025 2:22 PM
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I wish I was cool enough to need one
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Dec 30, 2025 2:29 AM
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Raven6ActualDec 30, 2025 2:29 AM
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Honest question, can newer iPhones not do the same thing as this?
Dec 30, 2025 2:45 AM
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maxbottomtimeDec 30, 2025 2:45 AM
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Quote from RavenSEAL View quoted comment :
It costs $200 million dollars to send satellites into space. What do you think?
200 million dollar dollars? fark.
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Quote from Raven6Actual View quoted comment :
Honest question, can newer iPhones not do the same thing as this?
And android - there is a pending obsoletion on this.

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Quote from RavenSEAL View quoted comment :
It costs $200 million dollars to send satellites into space. What do you think?
This is slickdeals. I think we should get it for free.
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TheRedFaceDec 30, 2025 3:37 AM
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Quote from Raven6Actual View quoted comment :
Honest question, can newer iPhones not do the same thing as this?
I would assume these are mostly targeted toward extreme outdoors or work situations. The average iPhone owner probably doesn't need one of these but for someone out on the field it's probably not a bad idea to have a secondary option like this available in case their phone gets damaged, lost, or the SOS signal doesn't work. The same can be said for this device but at least you have a 50/50 chance with two devices vs 1.
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hizzledizzleDec 30, 2025 4:19 AM
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This is a good price, but I hate Garmin. I'm still annoyed that they changed their service plans last year or so. Now you either need to pay monthly a monthly subscription fee to keep this thing on hold (i.e. paying for nothing) or pay an activation fee every time you decide to pause and restart.

Edit: looks like Garmin lost enough money with that strategy that they reversed course a few months ago. You can now suspend your service again. That makes this MUCH more attractive IMO.
Last edited by hizzledizzle December 29, 2025 at 09:15 PM.
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Plan Price/mo Annual Cost Messages Photo/Voice Tracking Check-ins Overage
Essential $14.99 $179.88 50 10 $0.10/point Unlimited $0.50/msg
Standard $29.99 $359.88 150 25 Unlimited (10+ min) Unlimited $0.50/msg
Premium $49.99 $599.88 Unlimited 50 Unlimited (2+ min) Unlimited N/A
Enabled $7.99 $95.88 0
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hizzledizzleDec 30, 2025 4:40 AM
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Quote from Raven6Actual View quoted comment :
Honest question, can newer iPhones not do the same thing as this?
The answer to this is "yes, but..." Emergency devices like this are designed specifically for the use case. They are light, rugged, and have long battery life. I wouldn't want to rely on a fragile iPhone while through-hiking or kayaking remote areas for instance. The battery on this will last several weeks, and can be set up to periodically send out updates.

I haven't done the research on iPhones, but there might be difference in the service. There are several satellite messaging systems with various degrees of coverage, some of which are only good in certain regions or latitudes. There are also different companies that route your emergency communications and dispatch rescue operations. You'd want to compare.

Some of these companies sell things like rescue insurance, so you're not on the hook for search and rescue costs. If you're doing dangerous things that might be a benefit.

Lastly, while it's free now, Apple is supposed to start charging for their service at some point, which might make the comparison more interesting.

If you're occasionally out of cell service while car camping or something a phone might cover it. If you're in any danger of needing real search and rescue, the Garmin (or competitor) might be better.
Last edited by hizzledizzle December 29, 2025 at 08:43 PM.
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peterKxDec 30, 2025 7:07 AM
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Quote from RavenSEAL View quoted comment :
It costs $200 million dollars to send satellites into space. What do you think?
What do you pay for GPS? He asked a question, don't be insufferable.
Last edited by peterKx December 29, 2025 at 11:09 PM.
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oasisallureDec 30, 2025 2:27 PM
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Is this one unlocked? can I make satellite phone call if I buy subscription?

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Prices on this will continue to drop as Starlink expands. There are currently 10x more starlink satellites than Iridium, and starlink is also 145mi closer to earth, meaning that they need less power to communicate with.

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