Reliable 2-way Satellite Communication in Remote or High-Risk Environments, Anywhere in the World Only 10% of the planet has cell phone coverage, so whether you're working halfway around the world or just hiking the next county over, you can easily find yourself "off the grid"...
...with no way to reach family, colleagues, or emergency assistance.
That's why there's inReach. This unique 2-way satellite communicator delivers global coverage and communication features that cell phones and one-way satellite messengers can't touch.
inReach features
Two-way satellite messaging
Interactive SOS
Message delivery confirmation
Pole-to-pole global coverage
inReach users can communicate directly with one other to share information and locations
You can also post messages to Facebook and Twitter and enable remote tracking so others can follow your travel online.
Use inReach by itself The highly versatile inReach does not require any companion hardware. By itself, it can send pre-loaded text messages and SOS alerts (with delivery confirmation) and enable remote tracking, all via pushbutton.
Pair inReach with an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Android smartphone or tablet Easy Bluetooth connection enables two-way satellite messaging and interactive SOS.
Two-way messaging Send and receive messages up to 160 characters to and from email contacts, cell phones, and the emergency response center.
Interactive two-way SOS In paired mode, inReach lets you send descriptive text messages so responders come properly prepared. You can also maintain a dialog with the response center, exchanging updates as the situation dictates.
Message delivery confirmation You'll never have to wonder if your message was received. The inReach will confirm delivery of any text or SOS message, whether it's in standalone or paired mode.
Remote tracking Designate anyone you choose to follow your travels online. Your latest position and "breadcrumb" trail are displayed.
Free apps and free maps The DeLorme Earthmate application is available at no charge, and enables all inReach functionality on iOS and Android devices.
The Earthmate app also allows users to download the following at no charge:
Up-to-date DeLorme Topo North America maps of the U.S. and Canada
In paired mode, inReach sends its signal to the paired iOS or Android device. This increases positional accuracy over the paired device's native GPS. It also extends the companion device's battery charge by eliminating GPS power drain.
Why DeLorme? DeLorme is the innovation leader in high-quality maps and GPS units for everyone from recreational customers to businesses to government agencies. Proven in the most extreme conditions, from the bitter cold of the North Pole and Mt Everest to the heat and sand of Iraq and Afghanistan, DeLorme products are well known for rock-solid design, accuracy, and reliability. DeLorme is a service disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) and takes great pride in engineering outstanding maps, software, and GPS units right here in the United States.
Everything You Need is in the Box
inReach for Smartphones
Quick Start Guide
Micro USB cable
2 lithium AA batteries
Lanyard
inReach™ Subscription Plans
Monthly Billing
Safety
Recreation
Expedition
SOS
YES
YES
YES
Text Messages
10
40
120
Tracking Points
$0.25
Unlimited
Unlimited
Monthly Fee
$9.95
$24.95
$49.95
Overages
Text Messages
$1.50
$0.50
$0.25
Note: One-year subscription commitments required for all plans with monthly billing available. There is a onetime $11.95 subscription activation fee. The subscription plan is exclusively for individual customers in the U.S. Overages are charged for any text messages or tracking points that exceed what the user's plan allows. Text messages include pre-loaded messages, free-form sent messages, and received messages. Tracking points refer to the individual "breadcrumbs" that allow others to follow an inReach user's progress online, at user-selected intervals ranging from 10 minutes to four hours. Plan flexibility: users may move up and down between plans based on their seasonal activity; moving up is free; moving down involves a $24.95 change fee. Important: Under these subscription plans, remote tracking is for personal, recreational, non-commercial use. Tracking of enterprise assets and/or personnel, or other unauthorized commercial use will result in additional charges.
inReach Specifications:
Dimensions: 3.4" H (4.77" including antenna); 2.85" W, 1.73" D
Weight: without batteries, 7 oz.; with 2 lithium batteries, 8 oz.
Waterproof (IPX7) and buoyant (it floats)
Impact-resistant (meets Mil STD 810F)
SOS locking mechanism complies with RTCM SC-128 for SENDS; prevents false alarms and supports one handed gloved operation
GPS chipset included
For remote tracking and embedding location coordinates for all sent messages
Accuracy +/- 5 meters
Power:
2 AA lithium batteries (included); alkaline or NIMH for emergency use only. No other battery types are supported.
Battery Life
Results - one set of lithium batteries lasted 60 hours
Your results will vary depending on how long you keep inReach turned on and how often you send and or receive messages
Testing parameters - sending one track point every 10 minutes