Spot Device by Findmespot
or
InReach by Garmin (formerly DeLorme)
Spot Device:
Pros:
Cheaper purchase price and subscriptions.
Slightly smaller.
Cons:
Messages have to be pre entered online before leaving. No customized messages on the go.
Needs clear line of sight of the sky to work.
InReach:
Pros:
Pair with smart phone via Bluetooth for full custom messages or use clunky typing on the device itself.
Much better satellite coverage.
Cons:
Considerably more expensive purchase price and subscriptions, but subscription can be suspended (small monthly fee) or downgraded/upgraded at any time and as often as you want.
Needs clear line of sight of the sky to work.
I've used both and I prefer the InReach even though it is quite a bit more expensive.
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