Garmin Messenger™

Garmin

About this app

Stay in touch with friends and family. Enjoy the security and connectivity of global messaging with the Garmin Messenger™ app. Pair with your compatible inReach® satellite communicator for fast, easy direct messaging and interactive SOS that's not limited to cellphone coverage areas (active satellite subscription required). The app supports group messaging as well as photo and voice messaging when paired with a compatible Garmin device. Automatic switching between internet, cellular, and satellite networks gives you the best connectivity and efficiency for all your messaging. When you have connectivity, the app will work seamlessly even if your inReach device is turned off. Invite your friends and family to download the app to stay connected and keep the conversation going on and off the trail.

Note: Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.

See compatible devices here: garmin.com/p/893837#devices

Ratings and reviews

got inreach to use for hunting, but it requires 2 separate garmin apps. it isn't user-friendly, and i wasn't able to text other inreach numbers. I'm currently wasting time trying to cancel my subscription until next year when I look forward to hours of figuring out how to turn it back on. dying alone on a mountain somewhere is starting to feel preferable.

The idea and purpose of the app make sense. The device itself is ok. However a lot of problems with software starting with enabling device, pairing with phone, selecting and connecting and suspending to a service plan. Even payment was a pain. Awful app. Awful user experience. Explore map lags and often fails to show a track. The only thing which worked during my last 1000nm voyage was tracking and weather requests... Garmin, don't break my trust in you. Fix this.

The activation process of the inReach is very kludgy. Nowhere in the quick start guide nor in the process of setting up the app or device is it made clear that you have to subscribe in order to complete set up. While this may seem intuitive, there are devices that subscription is after syncing and linking. Another thing that may seem obvious for a satellite device is having to be outside to complete the process. For $500, the ux & process should be much, much easier. Now in value deficit.

What’s new

- Send multiple photos