Garmin Messenger™
Seamlessly switch between cellular, Wi-Fi, and satellite networks. Keep your inner circle close with group chats and LiveTrack, even when you’re miles away from the nearest signal.
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The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.
Experience seamless connectivity as the app automatically routes messages via satellite, cellular, or Wi-Fi for maximum efficiency.
Share your real-time location, elevation, and progress with loved ones back home, ensuring they stay connected to your journey.
Rest easy knowing you can trigger an interactive SOS to a 24/7 coordination center when paired with an inReach® device.
Trusted by 1M+ people who love this app.
"I spend a lot of time mountaineering in the Pacific Northwest where cell service is non-existent. Garmin Messenger makes it incredibly easy to stay in touch with my team and family. The interface is just like a standard messaging app, but the satellite integration gives me the confidence to push further into the wild."
"Watching my daughter go on her first solo trek across the PCT was nerve-wracking until we started using this app. The LiveTrack feature is amazing—I can see her progress and get nightly check-ins regardless of where she is. It’s the ultimate safety net for any parent of an adventurer."
Everything you need to know about Garmin Messenger™.
Description
Latest Version
2.6
Size
95.8 MB
First Released
Sep 26, 2022
Download Garmin Messenger™ for seamless off-grid communication. From daily check-ins to emergency SOS, keep your lifeline ready for every adventure.
Everything you need to know about Garmin Messenger™
The Garmin Messenger™ app provides global messaging for staying in touch with friends and family. It pairs with compatible inReach® satellite communicators for direct, group, photo, and voice messaging, even outside cellphone coverage.
Yes, the Garmin Messenger™ app requires an active satellite subscription to utilize its full capabilities, such as messaging via inReach® satellite communicators and interactive SOS features.
Yes, the Garmin Messenger™ app can send messages without cellphone coverage when paired with a compatible inReach® satellite communicator, utilizing its satellite network capabilities.
The Garmin Messenger™ app supports direct messaging, group messaging, photo messaging, and voice messaging when paired with a compatible Garmin device.
The Garmin Messenger™ app features automatic switching between internet, cellular, and satellite networks. This ensures optimal connectivity and efficiency for all messaging.
Yes, the Garmin Messenger™ app provides an interactive SOS feature when paired with a compatible inReach® satellite communicator. An active satellite subscription is necessary for its use.
Yes, the Garmin Messenger™ app includes a LiveTrack™ feature. This allows loved ones to follow your location in real time and view data like distance, time, and elevation.
Yes, the Garmin Messenger™ app displays detailed weather information for the current location, including temperature, conditions, and future forecasts.
No, when the Garmin Messenger™ app has internet or cellular connectivity, it works seamlessly even if your inReach device is turned off.
The Garmin Messenger™ app is compatible with specific inReach® satellite communicators and other Garmin devices. A full list of compatible devices is available on garmin.com.
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