Sat phone

[Dlaurino]

I’m going to be hunting in Montana for the 1st time. Looking at renting a garmin inreach mini 2. Anyone have any other suggestions for Sat phones?

 

[Bergy-Bowsmith]

The newest iphone update allows you to send text messages via satellite, I used it my entire CO trip last week, worked great.

 

[mattflipper]

I rented a sat phone for a hunt a couple years ago. It was the first time using one and it’s nothing like they make it out in the movies. The reception isn’t great but it does work. As for messaging Zoleo or the iPhone messaging works good but is temperamental at times.

 

[AK Troutbum]

The newest iphone update allows you to send text messages via satellite, I used it my entire CO trip last week, worked great.

Makes you wonder how long it will be before we'll be able to use our cell phones anywhere on the planet.

 

[Scott SK]

Rogers in Canada offers satellite phone service that works with mobile phones, reportedly without restriction on your current cellular carrier. I think US carriers should offer similar services as well.

 

[armiller1991]

No sat phone/voice capability, but shameless plug, I have two Zoleos for sale.

Basically the same are inreach with a few difference.
Very cheap way to get in and you can deactivate or suspend plans when not in use.

I would be nervous to rely only on cell phone.. We did a 8 day trip in the Thorofare Wilderness and one guy was using only his iPhone and day 6, his phone locked him out and wanted him to sign into his account, which he couldn't do without service... Also the sos dispatching is significantly better with Garmin or Zoleo.

WTS/WTT Thread 'Zoleo Satelite Communicator'

Dec 21, 2025

This is a ZOLEO satellite communicator, similar to a Garmin Inreach.

I have taken this thing all over multiple states, sent and received a ton of messages and even used the SOS once.. It's been rock solid and battery lasts a super long time. I have a unit I used and one my hunting buddy (my father in law) used.

What it is:
A satellite texting + SOS device for hunting, backpacking, overlanding, etc. Works anywhere with sky view using the Iridium network.

How it’s the same as Garmin inReach:
- Two-way satellite messaging
- SOS emergency button
- Location sharing / check-ins
- Requires a...

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