Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - inReach Messenger Plus SOS Satellite Communicator with Photo & Voice Messaging 1.08" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black/Red
Average customer rating
4.4
(25 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 25 reviews
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Customer Reviews for Garmin - inReach Messenger Plus SOS Satellite Communicator with Photo & Voice Messaging 1.08" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black/Red
Customer Rating
5
Works very well
on September 19, 2025
Posted by: Skeeterlee
Bought his to upgrade my communication during my annual September canoe trip in Algonquin Park. The phone interface worked perfectly as did connection with the satellite. Simple texts went quickly and smoothly as did replies. Sending photos to multiple people took considerable time. One evening it took almost 2 and a half hours to send 8 texts with 6 photos.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great addition to kit!
on September 11, 2025
Posted by: Randall F
Upgraded my satellite communicator from a SPOT to this and have been impressed with its functionality and reliability. Battery life has been great. It is awesome being able to send pictures from the backcountry. The subscription price is reasonable. Highly recommend to anyone that enjoys spending time in remote areas and wants to stay in touch with friends and family.
Written by a customer while visiting ExpertVoice.com
Customer Rating
4
Sturdy reliable but needs clearer SUPPORT material
on August 11, 2025
Posted by: Gambatte4
Used to summit Mt Williamson from Shepherds Pass. Sent daily check-in messages with GPS position to family under Premium plan & got location and local weather. On/OFF switch is hard to press when conserving battery. Runs down to 66% power after 24 hrs. Unfortunately could not pull ROUTE into Explore app
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
It works
on July 23, 2025
Posted by: Troy76
I bought for when I'm not in cell service, which is quite a lot. I mainly use it for the just in case. I tried the the picture messenger and they are very clear. I wish that it was easier to let other family members use it other than that it works great and sends quick enough.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Well made
on July 5, 2025
Posted by: Iriegorgon
Have not used yet, but it seems durable, straightforward to navigate and I like the size of it. I wish there were better case options to connect it to your pack or chest rig, the corner lanyard loop is tiny and only fits very small diameter cordage.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Device works as expected, account mgmt rough
on June 30, 2025
Posted by: Global Keewee
I purchased the InReach Messenger Plus for a family member. In the first few weeks it has been used to communicate (mostly the basic "I'm OK" check-in) from trails and lakes out of cell range, which was the purpose. The ability to send voice and photo messages will get more use with time. The difficulty is not the device, but the account administration. The website options are limited and it doesn't appear that I can assign the device to the actual user without over-writing my own name as the account owner. So messages come from "me" (my name) when it's actually my family member. I had intended to get another device for others, but I'm not sure how that would work when they are all assigned to my name. I'm the one paying the bills, so I don't want to change the name on the account to reflect the user anywhere except as the device messaging name. More account management functionality would be greatly appreciated.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
Bad product
on January 8, 2025
Posted by: Tamy j
I received this product and it will not activate. And have been unable to find any phone numbers or things to get help
Response from GarminBy Garmin, January 17, 2025
Thank you for your review and experience with the inReach Messenger Plus. 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
4
Works great
on December 18, 2024
Posted by: World Cat OC
I have used it offshore fishing two times - worked well. Battery life is great. I did a bunch of reading before settling on buying this version - I bought it because it would send pics - thats the only difference I remember from the ones that were cheaper. What I did not know is the person receiving the pic via my messenger has to have the garmin app. Knowing that I would have probably opted for the cheaper version. Regardless of cost, cannot believe I have boated for all of the years without it - I am sure its a short term with the falling cost of Star Link but very happy to have it!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, January 17, 2025
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin