inReach® Messenger Plus - satellite communicator

The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus satellite communicator has compact dimensions of 7.8 x 6.4 x 2.3 cm and a lightweight weight of 117.2 g, making it easy to carry.

The device has an IPX7 water resistance rating. This means it is protected against accidental immersion up to 1 meter depth for 30 minutes.

The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus uses the Iridium® satellite network for two-way messaging and SOS functions, ensuring 100% global coverage.

The device supports multiple GNSS networks for accurate navigation, including GPS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou.

The internal lithium-ion battery can last up to 600 hours (about 25 days) in low-power messaging mode with a 10-minute interval. In performance mode with the same interval, it lasts 110 hours.

The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus internal battery is recharged via a USB-C port.

No, the device uses an internal non-user-replaceable lithium-ion battery. Do not attempt to remove it.

Key safety features include two-way messaging and SOS functions, ensuring essential connectivity and the ability to request assistance in emergencies, even outside cellular coverage.

No, it is important not to place the device in high-temperature environments, such as a clothes dryer or a vehicle exposed to the sun without supervision, to avoid potential damage to the device or the battery.

In performance mode, with a message sent every 2 minutes, the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus battery life is 70 hours.

Yes, an active satellite subscription is required to use the device's messaging, tracking, and SOS functions.

Only Garmin-supplied or properly certified power and data cables should be used. Uncertified cables may damage the device.

For messaging, tracking, and SOS functions to work properly, the device must have a clear view of the sky, as these features require direct access to satellites.

Yes, it is always advisable to test your device before using it outdoors, particularly messaging, tracking, and SOS functions, to ensure it is working properly.

The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus comes with a one-year warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty applies to non-aviation products and covers material or manufacturing defects.

The limited warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship that occur during normal use of the product.

The warranty does not cover:

Cosmetic damage (scratches, impacts).Consumable parts, such as batteries, unless the damage to the product is due to a defect in materials or manufacturing of the battery.Damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, water, flooding, fire, or other external causes.Damage resulting from services performed by providers not authorized by Garmin.Damage to a product modified or altered without Garmin’s written authorization.Damage related to the use of power cables, data cables, or AC adapters not supplied by Garmin or not certified.

Batteries are considered consumable parts and are generally not covered by warranty unless product damage is due to a defect in the battery's materials or manufacturing.

Yes, unauthorized repairs or modifications to the device may cause permanent damage and void your warranty.

Yes, a printed manual containing important safety and product information is included in the device packaging.