Garmin GPSMAP 66i
- Interactive SOS Alerts
- Two-way Messaging
- Location Tracking & Sharing
- Preloaded TopoActive Maps of the U.S. and Canada
- Up to 35 Hours of Battery Life
- Multi-GNSS Support
- ABC Sensors – Altimeter, Barometer & Electronic Compass
- Satellite Imagery
- Wikiloc Trails
- Global, Pole-to-Pole Iridium Satellite Network
- Weather Forecasts
- Active Weather
- Thermal, Shock and Water Performance
- LED Flashlight
- Garmin Explore App
- Pro’s
- Two-Way Messaging
- Explore App
- Preloaded Topo Maps
- Global, Pole-to-Pole Satellite Coverage
- Con’s
- Expensive Initial Purchase
- Large device
The Garmin GPSMAP 66i is a new inReach satellite messenger that may be replacing the Garmin inReach Explorer+. I was talking to a Garmin customer service representative this week and asked them if they had an updated Explorer+ in the works and the answer I received was that the Garmin GPSMAP 66i is an improved satellite messenger over the Explorer+. Some initial differences I see is the enhanced maps and active weather, that shows clouds, rain, etc. in color on the device itself. The GPSMAP 66i looks to be slightly smaller than the Explorer+ but has more power in the smaller size. Click the link below to learn more about the Garmin GPSMAP 66i.
- Large 3 inch Sunlight-readable color display for easy viewing
- Trigger an interactive SOS to the geos 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center, two-way messaging via the 100% Global Iridium satellite network (satellite subscription required)
- Preloaded Garmin TOPO mapping with direct-to-device Birdseye satellite imagery downloads (no annual subscription), includes multiple global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) support and navigation sensors
- Cellular connectivity lets you access active weather forecasts and geocaching live
- Compatible with the Garmin explore website and app to help you manage waypoints, routes, activities and collections, use tracks and review trip data from the field
- Internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 35 hours of battery life in 10-minute tracking mode and 1-minute tracking mode (display off), 200 hours in Expedition mode with 30-minute tracking
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Specification
Learn more about the Garmin GPSMAP 66i in this Field Test. CLICK HERE.
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Garmin GPSMAP 66i
Pros
- Two-way Messaging
- Built-In Navigation
- Pre-Downloaded TOPO Maps
- Global Satellite Network
- Active Weather
Cons
- Size & Weight
- Initial Purchase Price