Garmin inReach Mini 3 Satellite Communicator with GPS and Global Coverage

inReach Mini 3

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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 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

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.

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

• 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.


• Seamless Connection: 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 network¹.


• 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.


• 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.

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: 4.31 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


• Interface: USB-C

Sensors

• GPS: Yes


• Galileo: Yes


• QZSS: Yes


• DEIDOU: 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


• Garmin Share: Yes


• Passcode: Yes


• Next Word, Auto Complete, Auto Correct: 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


• 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.

²Requires 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 is a compact, rugged satellite communicator designed for outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable global connectivity beyond cell coverage. Featuring a high-resolution 1.9-inch color touchscreen, this device offers an intuitive interface for easy navigation and messaging in challenging environments. Its durable design, with water resistance rated at IP67 and impact resistance, ensures it withstands extreme temperatures, shocks, and moisture, making it an ideal companion for backcountry adventures. Equipped with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides up to 350 hours of operation with 10-minute tracking intervals, the Mini 3 is built for extended excursions.

This device leverages the Iridium satellite network to provide worldwide coverage, allowing users to send and receive text messages, trigger interactive SOS alerts, and share their location with friends or family in real-time. The interactive SOS feature connects directly to Garmin Response, a 24/7 international assistance center, offering peace of mind during remote expeditions. The inReach Mini 3 supports live tracking, enabling others to monitor your progress and ensuring your safety in case of emergencies. It also integrates seamlessly with the Garmin Explore app, allowing you to plan routes, follow courses, and receive weather updates on the go.

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and cellular connections, enabling effortless message exchange via the Garmin Messenger app or directly on the device. When beyond cellular range, messages are transmitted via the satellite network, ensuring reliable communication anywhere in the world. The device also supports features like Tracback routing to help you navigate back to your starting point, and the digital compass provides accurate bearings even when stationary. Its compact size and lightweight design make it easy to carry on any adventure, while the built-in GPS and multi-band support ensure precise location tracking in dense forests or remote terrains. Whether you're hiking, kayaking, or exploring off-grid locations, the Garmin inReach Mini 3 offers dependable communication and navigation tools essential for outdoor safety and coordination.

Features:

• Global coverage via the Iridium satellite network for worldwide communication

• Interactive SOS messaging to Garmin Response for emergency assistance

• Text messaging with physical keyboard and smartphone app integration

• Live tracking sharing with friends and family in real-time

• Long-lasting battery life with up to 350 hours of operation

• Rugged construction rated at IP67 for water and impact resistance

• High-resolution color touchscreen display for easy menu navigation

• Compatibility with Garmin Explore app for route planning and navigation

• Weather reports and forecasts for planning trips

• Tracback routing feature to navigate back along your route

• Digital compass for accurate bearings

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

• Supports sending check-in messages, group messaging, and location sharing

• Built-in GPS with multi-band support for precise positioning in challenging environments