Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - inReach Messenger 1.08" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Average customer rating
4.3
(255 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 255 reviews
5 Stars
160
4 Stars
50
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
15
1 Star
10
Customer Reviews for Garmin - inReach Messenger 1.08" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Customer Rating
5
on December 14, 2023
Posted by: Chris C
from Littleton, CO, US
This is a great product and exactly what I was looking for. It's simple and easy to use and doesn't have the extra navigation features that I don't need. If you are just looking to have some extra piece of mind while out in the wilderness this is a great option.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Battery life !
on December 13, 2023
Posted by: Hinbe
Short battery life , last only about a day.
Poor satellite signal.
Poor satellite signal.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, December 15, 2023
Thank you for your review and experience with the inReach Messenger. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Perfect size
on December 11, 2023
Posted by: LC5280
The size is great. Perfect for just throwing in a bag or pocket for the possible need. The app is user friendly.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, December 15, 2023
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
It will not connect to my phone
on December 10, 2023
Posted by: KK1111
I have tried but this will not connect to my phone. I am going to call Garmin and see if they can help me fix the problem. So far, I am not impressed with it.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, December 12, 2023
Thank you for your review and experience with the inReach Messenger. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Exceeded all expectations
on December 9, 2023
Posted by: PTom10
Took the messenger on trip to coastal islands without good cell coverage. Messaging was quicker than I expected, tracking was good, and the battery life is amazing. On all the time, tracking for 5 days at 10 minute intervals, about 15 total messages, and battery was at 69% at the end of the trip.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, December 12, 2023
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
simple, reliable, long battery life
on December 3, 2023
Posted by: bill H
The messenger replaced my ancient but much-loved inreach se. The messenger is tiny by comparison, connects to sats more quickly (better antenna), and the battery lasts a lot longer. Feature I really like: the ability to charge a phone so it can be used to send a message. Feature I really miss: being able to set quick text messages rather than use garmin's canned texts.
I carry an inreach device into the backcountry almost every weekend since first using one during a long trip into northern Nepal. Being able to send tracking information and, if needed, text messages was a game changer.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Ease of use
on December 3, 2023
Posted by: Clinton H
This is a great devices to add some addition safety when in the backcountry. The device is extremely easy to use and the overall experience has been great. I have used it while climbing in areas where there is no service and have felt great with the ability to contact loved ones and let people know that I am safe. Having the added ability to call for help gives everyone a better piece of mind.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great Product
on December 1, 2023
Posted by: West43
I bought for a hunt that I was going on out of state and it came in handy multiple time to be able to communicate
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin