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We took the 13 satellite messengers into the backcountry and assessed their emergency and non-emergency functions, signal coverage, and ease of use. We used them for hundreds of hours and then compared how the subscription plans compare. The best messenger is the Garmin inReach Messenger Plus.
Our top pick, the Iridium GO!, can connect up to five devices to its hotspot, supports up to five hours of talk time, and boasts impressive durability. Check out our complete list to see how...
Gathered here are nine devices that will help you out of a jam, message your team back at home, or at least keep you off the side of a milk carton. To better understand the ins and outs of...
Stay safe and text your friends and family from every corner of the globe with these satellite messengers (and a beacon) on the Iridium and Globalstar networks.
With the ability to talk anywhere on the globe, a satellite phone is an essential piece of expedition kit. Check out the best from Iridium, Inmarsat, and more.
Satellite messengers can vary when it comes to functionality, price and portability, so we field-tested seven of the most popular options to find the best.
To help you choose the best satellite messenger for your needs, I field tested six different models and put together a side-by-side comparison of their fee structures. To start, satellite messengers were put through a head-to-head test during Outdoor Life ’s annual backpacking gear testing trip.
If you can't afford a satellite phone, consider a satellite communicator. These smaller devices offer text and/or data services, so you can still check in with loved ones, or get help in an emergency.
Some devices do nothing more than SOS, while others let you keep in touch with and reassure friends and family off the grid, and still others bundle a full comms hub with precise GPS capabilities and even a camera to create a single all-in-one device. Read on to figure out which unit is best for you. The original Garmin inReach Mini in the field.
We’d recommend Garmin InReach® as the best satellite communicator overall—and the best satellite messenger available.