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Garmin says:
Home is closer than you think.
This compact satellite communicator helps you keep home with you when you’re off the grid — adding peace of mind to every adventure, without adding weight to your pack.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Garmin's InReach Mini 2 Satellite Communicator, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Two-Way Messaging - Exchange text messages with loved ones back home or communicate inReach to inReach in the field
- Interactive SOS Alerts - In case of emergency, trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin Response, a 24/7 staffed emergency response coordination centre.
- Location Sharing - Share a LiveTrack feature link with your friends and family so they can see your current location, track your progress and more.
- Global Satellite Network - Instead of relying on mobile phone coverage, your messages, SOS alerts and location tracking are transferred via the global Iridium satellite network.
- Flexible Satellite Airtime Plans - To access the Iridium network and communicate with your inReach Mini 2, an active satellite subscription is required. You can opt for an annual package or a flexible month-to-month plan.
- Compact, Rugged Design - Don’t let the 4″ x 2″ size and 100g weight fool you. inReach Mini 2 is tough, durable, impact resistant (MIL-STD-810) and water-rated to IPX7
- Trackback Routing - The TracBack routing feature navigates you back to your starting point the same way you came, should you get lost - right on your device.
- Digital Compass - Get accurate heading information — even when you’re not moving.
- Battery Life - The internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives you up to 14 days use at the default 10-minute tracking mode and up to 30 days in power saving mode.
- Inreach Weather Forcase Service - Get detailed weather updates on inReach Mini 2 or a paired compatible device. You can even request forecasts for your current location or other waypoints or destinations on your itinerary.
- Unlimited Cloud Storage & Trip Planning - Get free access to the cloud-powered Garmin Explore website on your computer to plan your trips, create preset messages and quick texts, sync and manage your device settings, and much more.
Specifications
- Weight: 99g
- Dimension: 2.04″ x 3.90″ x 1.03″ (5.17 x 9.90 x 2.61 cm)
- Display Type: Sunlight-readable, monochrome, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
- Display Size: 0.9″ x 0.9″ (23 x 23 mm)
- Display Resolution: 176 x 176 pixels
- Battery type: Rechargeable internal lithium-ion
- Sensors: GPS, GALILEO, QZSS, QZSS, High-sensitivity receiver, GPS compass (while moving)
- Battery Life:
Up to 14 days at 10-minute tracking send interval with standard activity recording with full sky view
Up to 4 days with moderate tree cover (default)
Up to 5 days at 10-minute tracking send interval with high detail activity recording with full sky view
Up to 2 days with moderate tree cover
Up to 30 days at 30-minute tracking send interval with standard activity recording with full sky view
Up to 10 days with moderate tree cover
Up to 1 year when powered off
Material & Construction
- Lens material: Chemically strengthened glass
- Water rating: IPX7
