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The best satellite phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
I went hands on with the best satellite phones and communicators from companies like SpaceX, Garmin, and Inmarsat. These devices offer features like messaging, live tracking, and SOS capabilities.
Starlink Mini tech specs: Dimensions: 430mm x 334mm x 79mm | Weight: 1.53kg with kickstand and 15m cable | Services: Satellite internet | Battery life: N/A | Operating temperatures: -22°F to 122°F | IP Rating: IP66 | Price:$500 Spot X tech specs: Dimensions: 166mm × 38mm × 24mm | Weight: 198g | Services: Satellite SMS, automatic positioning, and SOS | Battery life: 240 hours | Operating temperatures: -4°F to 140°F | Durability: MIL-STD-810G for shock | IP Rating: IP67 | Price:$250 Best satellite phonePriceWhere to BuyServices OfferedSatellite NetworkGlobal CoverageDimensionsBattery LifeOperating TemperaturesDurability I ngress Protection Starlink Mini$500AmazonFull internet accessStarlinkStarlink is available in over 100 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Australia, and most of Europe and South America.300mm x 250mm x 40mmNo built-in battery-22°F to 122°FN/AIP67Spot Gen 4$100AmazonSOS, pre-customized messages, check-in and locationGlobalstarMost of the world88.3mm x 67.6mm x 23.6mm4 x AAA lithium batteries-22°F to 122°FMIL-STD 810FIP68Iridium Go!$899Walmart, AmazonSatellite calls and SMSIridiumGlobal114mm x 82mm x 32mm5.5-hour talk time, 15.5-hour standby time50°F to 122°FMIL-STD 810FIP65Garmin inReach Messenger Plus$500AmazonText messages, photos, and voice notesIridiumGlobal78mm x 64mm x 23mmUp to 25 days50°F to 122°FMIL-STD 810FIP65Spot X$250Amazon, REISatellite SMS, automatic positioning, and SOSGlobalStarGlobal166mm × 38mm × 24mm240 hours-4°F to 140 °FMIL-STD-810GIP67Garmin inReach Mini 2$400Amazon, Walmart, Best BuyTwo-way messaging, interactive SOS, and TracBack routingIridiumGlobal2.04 in x 3.9 in x 1.03 inUp to 14 days in 10-minute tracking mode-4°F to 140°FMIL-STD-810IPX7Inmarsat IsatPhone 2.1$789AmazonVoice calls, SMS, GPS trackingInmarsatNearly Global16.9 cm x 7.65 cm x 2.9 cm8-hour talk time, 160-hour standby time-4°F to 131°FIK04 shock resistance ratingIP65 Note: Prices and availability may vary.
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