What satellite communicator will win between ZOLEO vs Garmin inReach Mini 2?
What They Have in Common
- SOS Alert Button
- Two-way Messaging
- Location Sharing
- Weather
- Iridium Global Satellite Coverage
- Compact and Lightweight
How Are They Different?
- ZOLEO
- Changes from WIFI to Cell Service to Satellite Coverage Automatically
- Dedicated Phone Number
- Garmin inReach Mini 2
- Topo Maps on Synced Smartphone
- Navigation and Tracks on Device and Smartphone
- 2-way Messaging and Weather from the Device
What Are They Good At?
- ZOLEO is better at communicating as it has a dedicated phone number, plus it changes automatically from WIFI to cell service to satellite service. This would be a great device for someone who primarily needs to communicate and already has the ability to navigate and see maps.
- The Garmin inReach Mini 2 has topo and aerial maps, plus it can navigate and TracBack. The Mini 2 is a better option for hiking, backpacking or any outdoor adventure when you want to communicate and navigate.
Final Thoughts
I would strongly consider ZOLEO if you are primarily camping and need to communicate, but outside of that, I would go with the Garmin Mini 2 as it can do everything the ZOLEO can do, plus you can navigate and see maps.
This is a personal decision and much your decision will be centered around how you use the satellite messenger and what your priorities are.
Check out this YouTube video below for more information.
ZOLEO Satellite Communicator – Two-Way Global SMS Text Messenger & Email, Emergency SOS Alerting, Check-in & GPS Location – Android iOS Smartphone Accessory
- Global satellite messaging: Stay connected beyond cell coverage, use ZOLEO with your smartphone to transmit text messages and e-mails over the Iridium satellite network, cellular or Wi-Fi using the lowest-cost network available (service plan required)
- Emergency SOS: Send an SOS alert with your GPS location to 24/7 emergency monitoring center if something goes wrong, or access Medical Assist for non-emergency help
- Dedicated SMS number: An assigned ZOLEO SMS number and email enables contacts to reach out directly when you're off the grid
- Check-in: Send unlimited check-ins via the ZOLEO device or app, included in your plan
- Location sharing: Include GPS coordinates in a message or check-in, or share waypoints at regular intervals (optional add-on)
- Rugged with long battery life: IP68-rated for superior durability; over 200 hours of battery life
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Garmin inReach Mini 2, Lightweight and Compact Satellite Communicator, Hiking Handheld, Orange - 010-02602-00
- Compact, lightweight satellite communicator enables two-way messaging and interactive SOS globally (Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices.).Special Feature:Bluetooth.Water Resistant: Yes
- Navigate back to where you started by using TracBack routing
- Share your location with loved ones back home at any time (active satellite subscription required) by using your MapShare page or with your coordinates embedded in your messages
- Get accurate heading information using the digital compass — even when you’re not moving
- Sync with the Garmin Explore app and website on your compatible smartphone for trip planning and topographical mapping, and create waypoints, courses, activities and collections you can sync to your device
- Pair with Garmin devices, such as wearables and handhelds, and use them to send and receive messages and trigger an SOS (active satellite subscription required)
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