The Ultimate Satellite Messenger Showdown: Garmin inReach Mini 2 vs ZOLEO vs SPOT X vs Somewear (2025 Edition)
All four devices include a dedicated SOS button that triggers a 24/7 emergency monitoring center, with Garmin inReach Mini 2, ZOLEO, and Somewear transmitting via Iridium and SPOT X via Globalstar. Two-way messaging varies: Garmin inReach Mini 2 supports two-way SMS and email with app typing, ZOLEO uses a dedicated SMS number and routes through its smartphone app, SPOT X has a built-in keyboard for on-device texting, and Somewear relies on a smartphone app. Battery life ranges from Garmin inReach Mini 2 up to 14 days (10-minute tracking) or 30 days in power-save mode, to ZOLEO’s about 200+ hours (8+