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
1
Beyond Slow
on March 22, 2022
Posted by: GregS
It is beyond me why this device is marketed as anything more than an emergency beacon. Every message takes several minutes, and that’s with a wide-open view of a clear sky. There is no reason to get the unlimited Expedition Plan. You will be hard-pressed to send/receive enough messages in a month to justify it.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 23, 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
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Peace of Mind!
on March 24, 2022
Posted by: MattS
I got this as a birthday present from my wife (probably more for her than for me :) )
I have so far used it on a test run through the city, on a day hike, and on a long long long climbing bike ride through Shenandoah NP and the thing has worked wonders. Paired with my Fenix 6, it has given me peace of mind knowing that I can reach out if anything goes wrong, and I can be found/contacted if anyone needs me! The functionality can be a bit clunky but easily figured out after a scroll through and some intro videos/instructions!
I have so far used it on a test run through the city, on a day hike, and on a long long long climbing bike ride through Shenandoah NP and the thing has worked wonders. Paired with my Fenix 6, it has given me peace of mind knowing that I can reach out if anything goes wrong, and I can be found/contacted if anyone needs me! The functionality can be a bit clunky but easily figured out after a scroll through and some intro videos/instructions!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 24, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Better Interface
on March 28, 2022
Posted by: caad3_xtr
Just the upgrade to the Explorer app was worth the upgrade, I can control almost every feature as far as tracking, messaging and saving data from my phone. I essentially pair the device to my phone, turn it on and stick it in my pocket. Everything else I do from my phone, Much improved.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 28, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Can be a lifesaver.
on March 31, 2022
Posted by: ColumbusMark
I originally bought the Mini and was pleased with it. But, this one sounded like it had enough new features to give it a try. So I have been using it now for a month or so and am getting better at figuring out what all it can do. It does way more than I "think" I need, but my favorite things about it (other than having the SOS button for emergencies) is the auto trackback feature and the ability to easily send pre-set messages. Of course, being able to communicate with my smartphone via bluetooth is great. I use the Mini 2 when traveling solo in either my camper van or when hiking.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, March 31, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Perfect size
on April 2, 2022
Posted by: Vern
I bought this to carry in a small plane and for those hunting and fishing trips where there is no cell or wifi. It will work well for checking in and also in case of an emergency
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, April 4, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Easy to use
on April 3, 2022
Posted by: BMBham
I have only used it a few times, in town, to test it. Works well and is easy to use and understand.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, April 4, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Simple and reliable.
on April 6, 2022
Posted by: DesertClimbers
A climbing area we frequent has very few areas with cell coverage. Having the InReach Mini is handy, as well as being a serious safety device being in such remote areas.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, April 6, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
A little GIANT!
on April 6, 2022
Posted by: BOWUSA
I had a previous model InReach Explorer + but found it too cumbersome for my backpacking needs and I would not say downscaling but upscaling to a more convenient small package.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, April 7, 2022
Thank you for your review. Jenny
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