In this Zoleo review, I will introduce you to one of the most recent additions to the satellite messenger market. This messenger is a simple and affordable emergency satellite messenger that will help you stay connected anywhere in the world.
Note: Zoleo has minimal functions unless it is synced with your smartphone.
What Zoleo Offers
Zoleo’s primary focus in on dependable, world-wide messaging.
- 2-Way Satellite Messenger
- S.O.S.
- Maps Using Check-In and Location Share+
- Download Offline Maps to Use on the Trail
- Weather Forecasts
- Shared Location (add on – $6.00 per month)
- No Contract or Annual Fees (it has a $20 activation fee)
- Month to Month Subscription (cannot suspend your subscription within the first three months)
- Suspend Your Plan for $4.00 per Month (SOS will not work when suspended)
- One of the Smallest Satellite Messengers on the market
- 2-Year Warranty
- Weather Forecasts
- Zoleo Mobile App
Let’s take a closer look at the Zoleo satellite messenger
2-Way Satellite Messaging
We’re all familiar with traveling around the country and especially when you hit the mountains and all of a sudden you lose cell service. Well, not anymore. The Zoleo satellite messenger will keep you connected anywhere in the world, as long as you have a clear view of the sky.
Send your message from anywhere in the world. It’s really easy to create a message using the Zoleo App. You just select “Messages”, tap the “Create a Message” and select who you want to send it to. The app syncs all your contacts from your phone to make life much easier.
When typing your message, you can also choose to share your location with that text and your GPS coordinates will become part of the text with a URL that will let the recipient see your exact location on a Zoleo app. You and the message recipient will be able to see the message and track on a map, as long as you have the add-on for location sharing, which will cost $6.00 per month.
The Zoleo satellite messenger comes with a unique Zoleo cell phone number and email to make sending and receiving messages easier.
Share Location
You can share your location with messages so your family and friends can see where you are at on detailed topo maps. You can track your path so you and everyone else can see your location. You can also download worldwide TOPO maps for offline use.
To track your location, you can select Share to let your family and friends see your location. You can select different tracking intervals but make sure you test it out as this setting will change how long your battery will last.
No Contract or Annual Fees
There are no annual contracts or large activation fees. Activate it for the specific trips you take and only for as long as you will need it. See the monthly payment plans below.
SOS
Zoleo uses the Iridium Global Satellite Network which give you access to over 60 satellites. Iridium gives you voice and data connection over the entire globe, pole to pole. It creates a dynamic network that routes traffic among satellites. This ensures global coverage and communication.
Peace of mind for you and your family and friends. You can send an SOS message to get in contact with local emergency services. You can message the SAR teams and receive messages from them so you can know their status and you can also inform them of landmarks in your area or the exact nature of your injuries.
- $20 activation fee but no annual fees | Global satellite coverage (Iridium)
- Send and receive messages via satellite | Weather forecasts via satellite
- SOS monitoring and Location tracking and sharing via satellite
- Map display when Sharing Location
- Offline maps
- One-touch Check-in
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Warranty
Weather Forecasts
Zoleo gives you access to local weather forecasts so you can be more prepared on your outdoor adventure. Go to the Zoleo App and choose “Weather” on the menu at the bottom.
Zoleo App
The Zoleo’s primary focus is on world-wide messaging but it can also provide you with weather, a SOS emergency button and also allows you to share your location with friends and family.
Final Thoughts
The Zoleo satellite messenger is a small but powerful 2-way communicator, no matter where you are in the world. Not only can it message 2-way, you can request weather forecasts, share your location with friends and family and use the SOS function in case of a life-threaten emergency
The Zoleo communicator can be used as a standalone device with limited abilities, but is more valuable when synced with your smartphone. This device is not near the standalone device as the Garmin inReach Explorer is or the SPOT X.
This may be the perfect satellite messenger for you but make sure you finish your research here at HikingEmergencyBeacon.com to ensure you’re getting the right messenger for your lifestyle.
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- $20 activation fee but no annual fees
- Send and receive messages and request Weather forecasts via satellite
- SOS monitoring
- Location tracking and sharing
- Maps Using Check-In and Location Share+
- Offline maps
If you would like to see ALL the Satellite Messengers in another review, see my Emergency Radio Reviews.
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Zoleo Satellite Messenger
Pros
- Global Iridium Satellite Network
- Compact & Lightweight
- SOS Distress Call
- 2-Way Messaging
- Maps Using Location Share+
Cons
- Best if Synced with Smartphone