Venture off the grid, but stay in touch as long as you’re carrying an inReach Explorer+. This handheld satellite communicator is designed for the outdoor enthusiast who wants to roam farther and experience more without compromising their loved ones‘ peace of mind.

Communicate Globally

Using the worldwide coverage of the Iridium satellite network, this go-anywhere portable device lets you exchange text messages with any cell phone number or email address, while using GPS to track and share your journey’s progress. You can also post to social media or even communicate inReach-to-inReach in the field.
In case of an at-risk situation, you can also use inReach to trigger an SOS to the 24/7 monitoring center, text back and forth about the nature of your emergency, and receive confirmation when help is on the way. No cell tower or cell service required.

Track & Share

Turn on the tracking function of your Explorer+ communicator, and let family and friends follow your progress on their computers or mobile devices, using the web-based MapShare portal. The inReach device will send waypoints at preselected time intervals, so followers can track your whereabouts online. You can also invite your crew back home to use MapShare to ping your inReach unit and see your GPS location, track your movements and exchange messages during your trip. You can even embed your MapShare page on a blog, website or social media.

Pair Mobile Devices:

For even more capability and convenience, the free Earthmate app syncs your inReach handheld via Bluetooth with your compatible Apple or Android device so you can access unlimited maps, aerial imagery and U.S. NOAA charts. Plus, Earthmate allows you to conveniently use all of the inReach features on your paired mobile device. For easier messaging, you can also access your phone’s contact list from the Earthmate app to connect with fewer keystrokes.

Get Weather

The optional inReach weather forecast service provides detailed updates directly to your inReach device, compatible smartphone or tablet paired with the Earthmate app, so you’ll know what conditions to expect en route. Basic and premium weather packages are offered. And you can request weather forecasts for your current location or any other waypoint or destination on your itinerary.

Unlimited Cloud Storage & Trip Planning are included

Every inReach device comes with free access to a cloud-powered Garmin Explore website to plan your trips with routes and waypoints, create preset messages and quick texts, sync and manage your device settings, update your firmware, download additional TOPO maps, link your social media accounts, store all your location tracking data and much more.

Features:

• 100% global Iridium satellite coverage enables 2-way text messaging from anywhere (satellite subscription required)
• Trigger an interactive SOS to the 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center
• Track and share your location with family and friends
• Pair with mobile devices using the free Earthmate app for access to downloadable maps, U.S. NOAA charts, color aerial imagery and more
• inReach Explorer+ device adds preloaded DeLorme TOPO maps with onscreen GPS routing plus built-in digital compass, barometric altimeter and accelerometer

Includes:

• inReach Explorer+
• Preloaded with TOPO
• USB cable
• Carabiner clip
• Documentation

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 2.7" x 6.5" x 1.5" (6.8 x 16.4 x 3.8 cm) with keypad and SOS door bump
• Weight: 7.5 oz (213.0 g)
• Water Rating: IPX7
• Display Type: transflective color TFT
• Display Size: 1.4"W x 1.9"H (3.5 x 4.7 cm); 2.31" diag (5.9 cm)
• Display Resolution: 200 x 265 pixels
• Battery: Rechargeable internal lithium ion
• Battery Life: Up to 100 hours at 10-minute tracking mode (default); up to 75 hours at 10-minute tracking with 1-second logging; up to 30 days at the 30-minute interval power save mode; and up to 3 years when powered off
• Maps & Memory: Holds 500 waypoints / locations and 20 routes
• Preloaded Maps: Yes. The North America SKU of the inReach Explorer+ comes preloaded with a 1:24k map of Garmin Yarmouth (Former DeLorme) North America data of the U.S. and Canada. Mexico also is included at a 1:125k scale (derived from Garmin Yarmouth’s Digital Atlas of the Earth).
• Memory / History: 2 GB
• Interface: USB
• Compass: Yes (tilt compensated 3 axis)
• Barometric Altimeter: Yes

Additional Features:

• Wireless compatible: yes (Bluetooth)
• Trigger an interactive SOS with 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center: yes
• Send and receive text messages to SMS and email: yes
• Send and receive messages with other inReach users, exchange locations: yes
• Track and share location with friends and family on web-based MapShare portal: yes
• Request weather forecasts for current location and planned destination: yes
• Virtual keyboard for custom text messaging: yes
• Send waypoints to MapShare portal during trip: yes
• Send route selection to MapShare portal for friends and family to see progress: yes