inReach® Mini 3 Plus
Compact SOS Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging
Photo and Voice Messaging
inReach® Mini 3
HOME IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK
Stay connected with inReach Mini 3 Plus, the rugged SOS satellite communicator1 with a colour touchscreen display and built-in speaker and microphone. When your adventure takes you beyond cellular range, inReach Plus technology lets you send longer texts, photos and voice messages with an active subscription.
 GLOBAL COVERAGE VIA THE IRIDIUM® SATELLITE NETWORK |  IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY, TRIGGER AN INTERACTIVE SOS MESSAGE TO THE GARMIN RESPONSE℠ CENTRE1 |  EXCHANGE TEXTS, PHOTOS AND VOICE MESSAGES WHEN OFF THE GRID1 |  RUGGED DESIGN AND HIGH-RESOLUTION COLOUR TOUCHSCREEN |  GET UP TO 350 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE WITH 10-MINUTE INREACH TRACKING |  FOLLOW YOUR COURSE TO YOUR DESTINATION AND BACK WHEN PAIRED WITH THE GARMIN EXPLORE™ APP ON YOUR SMARTPHONE |
 VOICE MESSAGESUse the built-in speaker and microphone on the device or your compatible smartphone paired to the Garmin Messenger™ app to send a 30-second voice message, no mobile coverage needed. You can also read transcribed voice messages on the color display. |  TEXT MESSAGESUse the keyboard on the touchscreen display to exchange longer text messages with up to 1,600 characters each, directly on the device. Or, connect your compatible smartphone to the Garmin Messenger app, and exchange text messages, send emojis and reactions, or start a group chat. |  PHOTO SHARINGShare photos of your adventures when you pair the device with your compatible smartphone using the Garmin Messenger app. You can also view received photos right on your device’s color display. |
 SOS MESSAGINGExplore with peace of mind knowing you can send an interactive SOS message with your GPS coordinates to Garmin Response, our 24/7-staffed international coordination center, for help in an emergency. And, instead of relying on tower-based mobile phone coverage, your messages are sent via the global Iridium satellite network. |  LIVETRACK™ SHARINGWith an active inReach satellite subscription, you can easily let friends or family follow your location while you’re on the move; no need to point your device directly toward the sky to find satellites. They can see your progress, including distance, time and elevation. |  STAY ON TRACKUse the Garmin Explore smartphone app to enhance your experience; plan your trip and follow your course to your destination and back. |
Communicate
VOICE CONTROLUse voice commands to conveniently handle many tasks, including check-ins, start tracking and more3. |
CHECK-IN MESSAGESSend simple check-in messages that do not count toward your allotted text messages. |
SYNC YOUR CONTACTSEasily find your contacts with the Garmin Messenger app and your compatible smartphone. |
SEAMLESS CONNECTIONUse Wi-Fi wireless technology or the cellular connection of your smartphone to send messages. Once you’re beyond mobile service or Wi-Fi connection, the device seamlessly switches to the satellite network4. |
CONTROL REMOTELYSend and receive text messages, or send an interactive SOS message remotely by connecting selected compatible Garmin products. |
GPS ACCURACYThe built-in antenna automatically acquires satellites to update your latitude and longitude positions. You’ll get global satellite reception in wooded, dense and remote locations. |
GARMIN SHAREEasily share saved locations and courses with friends’ compatible Garmin devices. |
BUILT FOR THE BACKCOUNTRY
COLOUR TOUCHSCREENTap and swipe through menus, and view photos on the 1.9″ intuitive colour touchscreen display. |
RUGGED DESIGNMade to operate in extreme temperatures, this compact device is tough, durable, impact-resistant and water-rated to IP67. |
GARMIN WEATHERGet weather reports and request forecasts for your destinations. |
TRACBACK® ROUTINGUse this feature to navigate back to where you started the same way you came. |
DIGITAL COMPASSGet accurate bearings even while you are standing still. |
BATTERY THAT LASTSThe internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives you up to 350 hours with 10-minute inReach tracking and up to 95 hours in performance messaging mode. |
SECURE AND GOEasily secure the device to your vest or pack with the included loop carabiner. |
Satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
Taking and sending photos requires use of the Garmin Messenger app on your paired smartphone
Available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Dutch, Swedish and Danish.
Requires an active Wi-Fi connection, or an active cellular connection and use of the Garmin Messenger app on your paired smartphone
Engineering enhancements are ongoing and may not be reflected in the pictures, videos and specifications.
General
| Lens material | Chemically strengthened glass |
| Dimension | 5.5 x 9.80 x 2.67 cm (2.16″ x 3.85″ x 1.05″) |
| Weight | 125.2 g (4.42 oz) |
| Water rating | IP67 |
| MIL-STD-810 | Yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit only |
| Touchscreen | ✔ |
| Display Type | Transflective colour MIP |
| Display Size | 38.56 x 28.98 mm, 48.26 mm diagonal (1.52″ x 1.14,″ 1.9″ diagonal) |
| Display Resolution | 306 x 230 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 |
Maps & memory
| Basemap | ✔ |
| 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 | ✔ |
| Courses | ✔ |
| Activities | ✔ |
| GPX imports | ✔ |
Sensors
| GPS | ✔ |
| Galileo | ✔ |
| QZSS | ✔ |
| BeiDou | ✔ |
| Compass | ✔ |
| High-sensitivity receiver | ✔ |
| GPS compass (while moving) | ✔ |
| Multi-band frequency | ✔ |
Daily Smart Features
| Weather forecasts | yes (via Garmin Explore App) |
| Compatible with Garmin Messenger app | ✔ |
| Voice command | ✔ |
| Voice notes | ✔ |
| Garmin Share | ✔ |
| Passcode | ✔ |
| Next Word, Auto Complete, Auto Correct | yes (Next Word, Auto Complete) |
Safety and tracking features
| LiveTrack | ✔ |
| Safety siren | ✔ |
Outdoor recreation
| Point-to-point navigation | ✔ |
| TracBack® | ✔ |
| Picture viewer | ✔ |
inReach® features
| Interactive SOS | ✔ |
| Weather | ✔ |
| Send and receive text messages to SMS and email | ✔ |
| Send and receive text messages to other inReach device | ✔ |
| Send and receive group messages | ✔ |
| Send and receive photos | ✔ |
| Send and receive voice messages | ✔ |
| Send and receive 1,600 character messages | ✔ |
| Exchange locations with other inReach device | ✔ |
| LiveTrack | ✔ |
| Virtual keyboard for custom messaging | ✔ |
| inReach remote compatible | ✔ |
Outdoor applications
| Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app | ✔ |
| Garmin Explore website compatible | ✔ |
| Smart switching between Wi-Fi, Mobile and Satellite with Garmin Messenger app | ✔ |
Connections
| Wireless Connectivity | yes (BLUETOOTH®, ANT+®) |
Security Information
| Security updates until at least (YYYY-MM-DD) | 2027-10-22 |
- inReach Mini 3 Plus
- Charging/data cable
- Loop Carabiner
- Documentation
