Thread: Garmin InReach Mini or PLB

Hi all

I’m considering the Garmin InReach mini for its ability to send messages, call for help and connect to phone for gps navigation.
A few weeks ago I used my iPhone 6s in the bush along with MapToaster app. I purchased the North Island topo on it.
The app has a tracking function which I trialed on a short walk. I was in canopy cover the entire time and only used the phone’s internal GPS with it set on Airplane mode. I had a Garmin Glo with me as backup in case the phone’s GPS was not strong enough. It worked great and tracked my whereabouts along the way.



Long story short, I’m considering the Mini I reach as I don’t have a PLB and would be good to be able to message the wife if things have gone south but not quite emergency. I then also want it for its SOS feature. Happy to pay subscription.

Also have a 20 000 mah Powerbank so plenty of juice for a weekender.

Anyone been running it in a similar manner? Should I rather look at just a PLB and if so which one?