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The Garmin inReach® Mini 2 (Black) is a compact satellite communicator built for riders, hikers, and backcountry travelers who want dependable connection beyond cellphone coverage. Using the global Iridium® satellite network, it supports two-way messaging and location tracking to help keep contacts informed when adventures go remote.
For emergencies, the device can trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin ResponseSM, a 24/7 staffed emergency response coordination center. It also adds practical navigation support with TracBack® routing and a digital compass, while Bluetooth® connectivity helps expand features through compatible apps and devices. With a rugged build and long battery performance options, it’s designed to bring peace of mind without adding much bulk to a kit.
Connectivity
The inReach® Mini 2 lets users exchange text messages with loved ones back home or communicate directly inReach to inReach in the field. It also supports sending and receiving text messages to SMS and email, along with group messaging. For easier typing, it includes a virtual keyboard for custom messaging and supports text entry helpers such as Next Word and Auto Complete.
Safety
When an emergency happens, the device can trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin ResponseSM, a 24/7 staffed emergency response coordination center. Messages, SOS alerts, and tracking are transferred through the global Iridium® satellite network rather than relying on cellphone coverage. To access the Iridium network and communicate, an active satellite plan is required.
Battery
Powered by a rechargeable internal lithium-ion battery, inReach® Mini 2 is built for extended outings with multiple tracking-and-recording scenarios. Battery life includes Up to 14 days at 10-minute tracking send interval with standard activity recording with full sky view and Up to 30 days at 30-minute tracking send interval with standard activity recording with full sky view, plus Up to 1 year when powered off.
Connectivity
With LiveTrack, loved ones can follow location in real time and view trip data such as distance, time and elevation. The device is also MapShare compatible with tracking, supporting location sharing while off the grid through the Iridium® satellite network rather than cellphone service. For planning and managing adventures, it works with the Garmin Explore website, which provides cloud-powered tools to plan trips and sync and manage device settings.
Navigation
When it’s time to retrace steps, TracBack® routing can navigate back to the starting point the same way the route came in, directly on the device. A built-in digital compass provides heading information even when not moving, and the unit supports GPS, Galileo, and QZSS along with a high-sensitivity receiver. Waypoint support includes 1000 saved locations, plus 100 courses and 200 activities for organizing trip data.
Safety
inReach® Mini 2 can expand capabilities when paired with a compatible smartphone. The Garmin Explore™ app adds navigation, waypoints, courses, activities and collections, plus trip planning and topographical mapping; select mapping and routing features are available via the Garmin Explore App. It’s also compatible with the Garmin Messenger™ app for fast, easy messaging and 24/7 SOS that’s not limited to cellphone coverage areas, including group messaging and smart switching between Wi-Fi, Cellular and Satellite.
| Part Number | 010-02602-01 |
|---|---|
| Model | inReach® Mini 2 |
| Configuration | Black |
| Lens material | Chemically strengthened glass |
| Dimension | 2.04” x 3.90” x 1.03” (5.17 x 9.90 x 2.61 cm) |
| Weight | 3.5 oz (100.0 g) |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| Display Type | Sunlight-readable, monochrome, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) |
| Display Size | 0.9" x 0.9" (23 x 23 mm) |
| Display resolution | 176 x 176 pixels |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable internal lithium-ion |
| Battery life | Up to 14 days at 10-minute tracking send interval with standard activity recording with full sky view; Up to 4 days with moderate tree cover (default); Up to 5 days at 10-minute tracking send interval with high detail activity recording with full sky view; Up to 2 days with moderate tree cover; Up to 30 days at 30-minute tracking send interval with standard activity recording with full sky view; Up to 10 days with moderate tree cover; Up to 1 year when powered off |
| Interface | USB-C |
| inReach Mini 2 |
| USB cable |
| Carabiner |
| Documentation |
| Interactive SOS | Yes |
|---|---|
| Weather | Yes |
| Send and receive text messages to SMS and email | Yes |
| Send and receive text messages to other inReach device | Yes |
| Send and receive group messages | Yes |
| Exchange locations with other inReach device | Yes |
| MapShare compatible with tracking | Yes |
| LiveTrack | Yes |
| Virtual keyboard for custom messaging | Yes |
| inReach remote compatible | Yes |
NOTICE: 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.
| Maps & Memory | Waypoints |
|---|---|
| Sensors | GPS, Galileo, QZSS, Compass, High-sensitivity receiver, GPS compass (while moving) |
| Daily Smart Features | Compatible with Garmin Messenger app |
| Mapping & Navigation | Point-to-point navigation, TracBack® |
| Outdoor Applications | Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app, Garmin Explore website compatible, Smart switching between Wi-Fi, Cellular and Satellite with Garmin Messenger app |
| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activities | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
|---|---|
| Satellite imagery | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Includes detailed hydrographic features (coastlines, lake/river shorelines, wetlands and perennial and seasonal streams) | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Includes searchable points of interests (parks, campgrounds, scenic lookouts and picnic sites) | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Displays national, state and local parks, forests and wilderness areas | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations | 1000 |
| Courses | 100 |
| Activities | 200 |
| Weather forecasts | Yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
|---|---|
| Next Word, Auto Complete, Auto Correct | Yes (Next Word, Auto Complete) |
Active satellite plan required. 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.
When used with your compatible smartphone and the Garmin Messenger app or when used with your compatible inReach technology-enabled Garmin device
GPS tracking and satellite communication does not work underwater.
