Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - inReach Mini 2 Compact Satellite Communicator 1.3" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Average customer rating
4.4
(1,289 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,289 reviews
5 Stars
907
4 Stars
186
3 Stars
92
2 Stars
41
1 Star
63
Customer Reviews for Garmin - inReach Mini 2 Compact Satellite Communicator 1.3" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Customer Rating
4
High expectations for the device
on March 17, 2022
Posted by: Reddog
I travel by car on expeditions around the country each year and many times end up in locations with non-existent or poor cell service. I'm an experienced navigator and outdoorsman and have the necessary gear for all occasions. I go off road a lot into remote areas alone except for my dog and needed a communicator that worked no matter where I was. I wanted some way to notify my wife of changes to my itinerary for safety reasons, not to mention emergency calls for help. The device seems to send messages slower than what I expected but it sends them so no problem. The features are well thought out and it pairs easily with my iphone and the inReach ap. I bought it for one reason only: safety. Looking forward to using it on my trips in 2022.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Impressive little device
on March 17, 2022
Posted by: HikingRMA
Users have to know what they're buying. This is a small device that works best in conjunction with a smartphone. I find it easy to use. I understand that the first version had problems and wasn't as easy to use. This version is intuitive. I use it regularly on my hikes.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
It's okay
on March 18, 2022
Posted by: Nickname*
My deal is that I had an emergency pulmonary event that turned into a close brush with the reaper. Going forward in order to stay active I need to have good communications with the EMTs wherever I go, and I have a pendant that connects with cell service but since I need to keep overlanding I also need something for those times there's no cell service. And, I have learned, there are a LOT of those times.
So I popped for the inReach Mini 2, intending to close that gap. Surprise, surprise! There's another gap, and that is the inReach doesn't work indoors. I wanted to be able to chuck this doofus pendant and rely completely on inReach but no way.
This in no way means I'm dissatisfied with Garmin. I also bought the Tread XL, which is awesome, and am super happy with it. The reason I gave the inReach 3 stars is because of lack of service indoors, and that alone.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review and experience with the inReach Mini 2. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
Thanks Jenny
Thanks Jenny
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Customer Rating
5
Awesome
on March 20, 2022
Posted by: Ultralight survivalist.
Works great. I have anxiety issues so the peace of mind is priceless. I am a solo hiker. I love the small size and extended battery life. I never had the original.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Initial Review
on March 20, 2022
Posted by: D2fly
I bought this unit to replace a 1st generation Spot unit. I was looking to upgrade to: 1) Connect to a better satellite system and 2) To obtain the ability to send custom text messages. I also purchased the extra life-flight rescue service. I like that the unit is small. I used my Spot unit (as I will also use this InReach Mini 2) on my motorcycle adventure journeys. I have so far only done local testing, but satellite connection seems fairly quick. One downside that I see from my old unit is the fact that to send one of the pre-canned messages I now must stop the motorcycle and use a series of buttons to send. The old unit had the ability to push just one button and send my "OK" message and location. I must note here that I had my old unit on a RAM mount on my handlebar, whereas in the future I plan to "wear" the Mini 2 on my person, so the single-button operation essentially goes away regardless. I do find the monthly payment schedule amenable.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
InReach® Mini 2
on March 21, 2022
Posted by: SSL21
I had several InReach devices, from Delorme all the way up to Montana 700i. Each is unique. It depends what one needs and mostly what for. It is really nice to have screens, like 66i and 700i but size of Mini is so attractive and does amazing work, including better accuracy and longer battery life. Plus USB-C charging and Explore integration made my final choice toward Mini 2. Good job Garmin!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Garmin inReach mini 2
on March 21, 2022
Posted by: Galen
I really love the this technology. However, some of the instructions and videos are a little confusing especially the tracking. I called support 3 times before I figured it out. They were very helpful. But in Garmin defense, I’m not very technically knowledgeable. My family is very happy with the ability to keep in touch and track me.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Peace of mind
on March 21, 2022
Posted by: Qwerrty122344
Used it on my first outing when I was 3 hours late on a 9 hour back country ski
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 22, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin