Garmin InReach Explorer+

[Boomstickin]

Ordered one from this website on Friday the 14th & received it today! Brand new, sealed box as if it came from the factory for $349.99 plus shipping (USPS Priority from Anchorage Alaska, $25). Highly recommend Rural Energy, could not be happier with my buying experience. Link below;

Garmin InReach Explorer +

Garmin InReach Explorer allows you to roam distant places in rural areas without worrying your loved ones. The Garmin inReach Explorer+ satellite communicator is a GPS tracker, navigation tool, 2-way satellite messenger and SOS device all in one

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[MtPockets]

I was literally just asking a coworker about his InReach but he suggested the Mini. I dont know if he knows about the Explorer.

What are the differences?

 

[Boomstickin]

Have owned the Mini & Mini2, both are excellent options. The Explorer+ offers an actual handheld gps screen, full keyboard that is easier to navigate than the mini's & the battery life is greater than the mini's. For the $$$, the Explorer+ is the way to go….allows you to operate more freely without being completely tied to your cell phone's bluetooth. The mini's are 99% reliant to a cell phone via bluetooth which sucks the life out of both devices. Explorer+ can sync via bluetooth but functions well without being sync'd to a cell phone. Personal preference is always up to interpretation…just my .02 cents!

 

[MtPockets]

Thank you.

 

[TucsonFX4]

I also chose the Explorer+ when I was in the market a couple years back. I liked the traditional gps function in the event I forgot to download maps to my phone or my phone died.

Honestly though, I'm glad I chose the Explorer+ solely for the ability to operate it completely independently from my phone. When I'm out using it, I frequently send messages and it is very convenient to not have to worry about connecting it to and using my phone.