Let’s compare the SPOT X vs Garmin GPSMAP 67i and see if there is a real winner.

What Do They Have in Common?

S.O.S. Emergency Services
Two-way Messaging
Bluetooth Sync to Smartphone
Basic Compass Navigation
Tracking
Webpage for Friends and Family to Follow Your Adventure

How Are They Different?

SPOT X Offers

Dedicated Phone Number

Garmin GPSMAP 67i Offers

World Wide, Pole-to-Pole Satellite Coverage
Topo and Aerial Maps Available Worldwide
Create Routes, Courses and Navigate By Them
Weather Forecasts
TracBack if Lost

Final Thoughts

These are both great satellite communicators and will allow you to get help in a life-threatening emergency, however, the Garmin GPSMAP 67i has a lot more functions and is a true standalone device. I do my best to not pick one satellite messenger over another, but the GPSMAP 67i is worth the extra money and time if you need to save up some money to buy it.

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Spot X with Bluetooth 2-Way Satellite Messenger | SOS Protection | Handheld Portable 2-Way GPS Messenger for Hiking, Camping, Cars| Globalstar Satellite Network Coverage | Subscription Applicable

SYNC WITH BLUETOOTH: Connect to SpotX to cellphone so you can communicate with family or even search and rescue; Use as a standalone communication device with it's own dedicated US mobile number to receive messages
PEACE OF MIND: Send S.O.S. to 24/7 Search & Rescue service, message back and forth about the nature of your emergency, receive confirmation when help is on the way; Message any cell number or email address virtually anywhere
GLOBALSTAR SATELLITE & SPOT products use GPS to determine location and transmit GPS coordinates to others; SPOT users can notify friends, family or emergency rescue their exact GPS coordinates
WHAT'S IN THE BOX: SpotX Device, strap and carabiner, micro usb data/power cable, quick start guide, SOS mirrored sticker, warranty card and kickstand
PURCHASE, ACTIVATE, EXPLORE: Grab a Spot X 2-way Satellite Messenger; Activate by selecting your service plan; Get out there and explore the world with peace of mind

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Garmin GPSMAP 67i Rugged GPS Handheld with inReach® Satellite Technology, Two-Way Messaging, Interactive SOS, Mapping

Large 3” sunlight-readable color display for easy viewing
Enable two-way messaging and location tracking via the 100% global Iridium satellite network, and trigger an interactive SOS to Garmin Response℠, a 24/7 staffed emergency response coordination center (active subscription required; some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices)
Access preloaded TopoActive mapping from Garmin, view satellite imagery, and navigate with multi-band GNSS support and sensors
When paired with your compatible smartphone, you can access active weather forecasts and Geocaching Live
Use with the Garmin Explore website or app on your compatible smartphone to help you plan trips and more
Get access to a wide variety of premium mapping content delivered directly to your device via Wi-Fi technology with an Outdoor Maps+ subscription