Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus Satellite Communicator with Color Touchscreen - GPS, SOS, and Global Tracking

inReach Mini 3 Plus

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Stay connected with inReach Mini 3, the rugged SOS satellite communicator¹ with a color touchscreen display. When your adventure takes you beyond cellular range, inReach technology lets you send and receive text messages with an active subscription.

• Global coverage via the Iridium satellite network


• In case of an emergency, trigger an interactive SOS message to the Garmin Response Center¹
  


• Exchange text, photos, and voice messages when off the grid¹
  


• Rugged design and high-resolution color touchscreen


• Get up to 350 hours of battery life with 10-minute inReach tracking


• Follow your course to your destination and back when paired with the Garmin Explore App on your smartphone

Voice Messages

Use the built-in speaker and microphone on the device or your compatible smartphone paired to the Garmin Messenger app to send a 30-second voice1 message, no cell coverage needed. You can also read transcribed voice messages on the color display.

Text Messages

Use the keyboard on the touchscreen display to exchange text messages1 directly on the device. Or, connect your compatible smartphone to the Garmin Messenger app, and exchange text messages, send emojis and reactions, or start a group chat.

Photo Sharing

Share photos¹ of your adventures when you pair the device with your compatible smartphone using the Garmin Messenger app. You can also view received photos2 right on your devices color display.

SOS Messaging

Explore with peace of mind knowing you can send an interactive SOS message1 with your GPS coordinates to Garmin Response, our 24/7-staffed international coordination center, for help in an emergency. And, instead of relying on tower-based cellphone coverage, your messages are sent via the global Iridium satellite network.

Livetrack Sharing

With an active inReach satellite subscription, you can easily let friends or family follow your location while youre on the move; no need to point your device directly toward the sky to find satellites. They can see your progress, including distance, time, and elevation.

Stay On Track

Use the Garmin Explore smartphone app to enhance your experience; plan your trip and follow your course to your destination and back.

Garmin Weather

Get weather reports and request forecasts for your destinations.

Tracback Routing

Use this feature to navigate back to where you started, the same way you came.

Communicate

• Voice Control: Use voice commands to conveniently handle many tasks, including check-ins, start tracking, and more³.


• Check-In Messages: Send simple check-in messages that do not count toward your allotted text messages.


• Sync Your Contacts: Easily find your contacts with the Garmin Messenger app and your compatible smartphone.


• Use Wi-Fi wireless technology or the cellular connection of your smartphone to send messages. Once youre beyond cell service or Wi-Fi connection, the device seamlessly switches to the satellite network⁴.


• Control Remotely: Send and receive text messages, or send an interactive SOS message remotely by connecting select compatible Garmin products.


• GPS Accuracy: The built-in antenna automatically acquires satellites to update your latitude and longitude positions. Youll get global satellite reception in wooded, dense and remote locations.


• Garmin Share: Easily share saved locations and courses with friends compatible Garmin devices.

Built For The Backcountry

• Color Touchscreen: Tap and swipe through menus, and view photos on the 1.9-inch intuitive color touchscreen display.


• Rugged Design: Made to operate in extreme temperatures, this compact device is tough, durable, impact-resistant, and water-rated to IP67.


• Garmin Weather: Get weather reports and request forecasts for your destinations.


• Tracback Routing: Use this feature to navigate back to where you started, the same way you came.


• Digital Compass: Get accurate bearings even while you are standing still.


• Battery That Lasts: The internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives you up to 350 hours with 10-minute inReach tracking.


• Secure and Go: Easily secure the device to your vest or pack with the included loop carabiner.

In The Box:

• inReach Mini 3 satellite communicator


• Charging/data cable


• Documentation

Specifications:

General

• Lens Material: chemically strengthened glass


• Dimension: 2.16 x 3.85 x 1.05


• Weight: 4.42 oz


• Water Rating: IP67


• MIL-STD-810: yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit only


• Touchscreen: yes


• Display Type: sunlight-readable, transflective color memory-in-pixel (MIP)


• Display Size: 1.52 x 1.14, 1.9 diagonal


• Display Resolution: 306 x 230 pixels


• Battery Type: Rechargeable internal lithium-ion


• Battery Life: Up to 350 hours with 10-minute inReach tracking, Up to 90 hours in performance messaging mode


• Interface: USB-C

Sensors

• GPS: Yes


• Galileo: Yes


• QZSS: Yes


• BEIDOU: Yes


• Compass: Yes


• High-Sensitivity Receiver: Yes


• GPS Compass (while moving): Yes


• Multi-Band Frequency Support: Yes

Daily Smart Features

• Weather Forecasts: Yes (via Garmin Explore App)


• Compatible with Garmin Messenger App: Yes


• Voice Command: Yes


• Voice Notes: Yes


• Garmin Share: Yes


• Passcode: Yes


• Next Word, Auto Complete, Auto Correct: Yes

Safety and Tracking Features

• Safety Siren: Yes

Outdoor Recreation

• Point-to-Point Navigation: Yes


• Tracback: Yes

inReach Features

• Interactive SOS: Yes


• Weather: Yes


• Send and Receive Text Messages to SMS and Email: Yes


• Send and Receive Text Messages to other inReach Devices: Yes


• Send and Receive Group Messages: Yes


• Send and Receive Photos: Yes


• Send and Receive Voice Messages: Yes


• Send and Receive 1,600 Character Messages: Yes


• Exchange Locations with other inReach Devices: Yes


• Virtual Keyboard for Custom Messaging: Yes


• inReach Remote Compatible: Yes

Outdoor Applications

• Compatible with Garmin Explore App: Yes


• Garmin Explore Website Compatible: Yes


• Smart Switching Between Wi-Fi, Cellular, and Satellite: Yes

Connections

• Wireless Connectivity: Yes (BLE)

¹Active satellite subscription required. 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.

²Taking and sending photos requires use of the Garmin Messenger app on your paired smartphone

³Available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Dutch, Swedish and Danish.

⁴Requires an active Wi-Fi connection, or an active cellular connection and use of the Garmin Messenger app on your paired smartphone

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including NICKEL (METALLIC) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus is a compact, rugged satellite communicator designed for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and remote explorers. Featuring a high-resolution 1.9-inch color touchscreen, this device offers easy navigation and quick access to essential functions in extreme environments. Its durable construction is water-rated to IP67, impact-resistant, and capable of operating reliably in temperatures from the coldest to the hottest conditions. Weighing just under 9 ounces, it’s lightweight enough to carry on your adventures without adding bulk, making it an essential tool for backcountry exploration.
The inReach Mini 3 Plus provides global coverage via the Iridium satellite network, enabling users to send and receive text messages, photos, and voice messages even when outside cellular range. Its interactive SOS feature connects directly to Garmin Response, a 24/7 emergency coordination center, ensuring help can be summoned from anywhere in the world. The device’s built-in GPS, compass, and Tracback routing help you stay on course, navigate back to your starting point, and follow your planned route with precision. With up to 350 hours of battery life, it is designed to last through extended expeditions, providing peace of mind during long outings.
This device also enhances your safety and connectivity through features like Livetrack sharing, allowing friends and family to monitor your location in real-time, and Garmin Weather reports to keep you updated on changing conditions. Voice control and the Garmin Messenger app enable you to handle many functions hands-free, including sending check-in messages and managing your contacts. Photo sharing capabilities allow you to document your adventures and share images directly through paired smartphones. The inReach Mini 3 Plus seamlessly switches between Wi-Fi, cellular, and satellite networks, ensuring reliable communication regardless of your location. Its secure attachment points, including a loop carabiner, make it easy to attach to your gear or vest.
Whether you are trekking through dense forests, mountains, or remote terrains, the Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus offers a reliable, feature-rich communication solution. It is perfect for outdoor recreation, search and rescue operations, or any activity where staying connected and safe is a priority. The package includes the satellite communicator, charging/data cable, and comprehensive documentation, making setup and usage straightforward. With its advanced features and rugged design, the Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus is your essential companion for safe and connected adventures in the wild.

Features:

• Global Iridium satellite coverage for reliable worldwide communication

• Interactive SOS messaging to Garmin Response emergency center

• Exchange text, photos, and voice messages with paired smartphones or directly on device

• High-resolution, sunlight-readable 1.9-inch color touchscreen display

• Extended battery life up to 350 hours with 10-minute tracking intervals

• Built-in GPS, digital compass, and Tracback routing for precise navigation

• Livetrack sharing to monitor your location in real-time by friends and family

• Supports Garmin Weather reports and forecasts for trip planning

• Seamless switching between Wi-Fi, cellular, and satellite networks

• Rugged design with impact resistance, water rating IP67, and operation in extreme temperatures

• Voice control and Garmin Messenger app for hands-free communication

• Photo sharing and group messaging capabilities

• Secure attachment with included loop carabiner for versatile gear fastening