Garmin Messenger™

3.0
2.14K reviews
100K+
Downloads
Content rating
PEGI 3
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About this app

Stay in touch with friends and family. Enjoy the security and connectivity of global messaging with the Garmin Messenger™ app. Pair with your compatible inReach® satellite communicator for fast, easy direct messaging and interactive SOS that's not limited to cellphone coverage areas (active satellite subscription required). The app supports group messaging as well as photo and voice messaging when paired with a compatible Garmin device. Automatic switching between internet, cellular, and satellite networks gives you the best connectivity and efficiency for all your messaging. When you have connectivity, the app will work seamlessly even if your inReach device is turned off. Invite your friends and family to download the app to stay connected and keep the conversation going on and off the trail.

Note: Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.

See compatible devices here: garmin.com/p/893837#devices
Updated on
Oct 25, 2024

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
Location, Messages and 3 others
This app may collect these data types
Location, Messages and 3 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

2.9
2.08K reviews
Alexander Yartsev
November 10, 2024
The idea and purpose of the app make sense. The device itself is ok. However a lot of problems with software starting with enabling device, pairing with phone, selecting and connecting and suspending to a service plan. Even payment was a pain. Awful app. Awful user experience. Explore map lags and often fails to show a track. The only thing which worked during my last 1000nm voyage was tracking and weather requests... Garmin, don't break my trust in you. Fix this.
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Coty Handley
October 23, 2024
got inreach to use for hunting, but it requires 2 separate garmin apps. it isn't user-friendly, and i wasn't able to text other inreach numbers. I'm currently wasting time trying to cancel my subscription until next year when I look forward to hours of figuring out how to turn it back on. dying alone on a mountain somewhere is starting to feel preferable.
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David Smith
October 28, 2024
It has taken me 3 days to set up my inReach mini 2. It connected to my Samsung phone no trouble but the app, no! Tried and tried then found out there is a setting that needs to be activated on the mini2 to allow it to connect to the phone which does not appear in the initial setup. Details are in the help section on the app. I'm not a brilliant techie but am used to sorting problems like this. It is however the very worst item i have ever tried to set up & this app is not fit for purpose.
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What’s new

- Send multiple photos