iPhone 14 vs Garmin inReach - Emegency SOS Tested

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Discover the life-saving difference between the iPhone 14's satellite Emergency SOS and the Garmin inReach in this informative video. See how the iPhone 14's built-in satellite technology allows for quick and easy access to emergency services in remote locations, even when there is no cellular coverage. Compare this to the Garmin inReach, a popular satellite communication device, and see how the iPhone 14's advanced features offer enhanced safety and peace of mind when adventuring outdoors. Watch now to learn more about these crucial safety tools and make an informed decision for your next adventure.
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[@IPv6Freely]

I was so excited about this feature, but not being able to communicate in a non-emergency way via satellite makes the inReach still important to have. The inReach being able to send "made it to camp" type messages is huge for me.

[@Hikingguy]

Yea, same here, and I'd imagine that at some point (maybe iOS 17?) the iPhone will offer that for a fee. Guessing that they're working it all out now.

[@DerKatzeSonne]

You could still share your location via find my, which obviously isn't completely the same but is "better than nothing". Still not comparable to the inReach devices but so what. The huge advantage is: Everyone with an iPhone 14 and higher has this very important safety feature. That will definitely help save lifes. Many people don't have Garmin inReach devices and even less take them with them. And even less take them with them for "normal" hikes, even though you often don't even have mobile reception there either. More "convenience" features such as FindMy will probably follow in the future.

[@edc1569]

I’m sure such a service is coming, it’s easy money to add it.

[@wagzzzz]

Agreed, sos is unlikely or extremely rare, letting my wife know I’ll be late or passed my eta is common

[@profribasmat217]

I thought the same thing. I did a lot of solo mountain biking, hiking, backpacking while my wife was pregnant. Her being able to track me gave her lots of relief from worry, and being able to text “ chain broke, walking out, going to be very late” saves her worrying all night. Edit: we are in Taiwan right now, I see it only works in a few countries, so I guess keeping the inreach

[@misarthim6538]

I have to say, despite the shortcomings, this feature alone convinced me to buy the 14 even though I haven't planned it at all. I hike and run alone, often in places where there's no signal, but it's not really a backcountry either, so I never thought of buying inReach, but this extra level of security is just great.

[@Hikingguy]

yea, thanks for posting that, I think that's the sweet spot for this service, there's a decent amount of county parks by me that are not "extreme" but also don't have cell service - this will be great in those spots

[@kareemsalessi]

Sats R Fake.

[@kareemsalessi]

Sats R Fake.

[@IamDoogy]

I just ordered the iPhone 15 (10/20/23) and I went looking for information about the satellite features. This was a very Informative, thorough review. Just what I was looking for. Thank you.

[@dahveed284]

A great comprehensive review of these. I'm a motorcyclist and a boater. I have an inReach mini 2 already, but I'm also waist-deep in the Apple stuff (typing this on a iMac, with an iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch within 3 feet) so this appeals to me. Especially the crash detection feature of the watch and then using the sat aspect of the phone if a crash is detected. Makes solo riding a little safer.

[@mikewolf5367]

Kudos on the interject about being able to reach emergency services on older phones as well and not just the latest models. 👍

[@DarkFire515]

Thanks for doing such a thorough review of these!

[@tomproctor.archive]

Dude, you rock! What a thorough report. Big kudos, very informative. Thanks!

[@derekbender]

Thank you for the comprehensive overview!

[@kevinchen6722]

What a thorough comparison!! Thank you

[@williambanzhof9739]

EXCELLENT! Thanks for presenting!

[@paparentman]

Thanks. Very informative. Answered a number of questions that I had about both devices.

[@plamen2110]

Excellent informative in depth video. Thank you for taking the time!

[@kenwong7404]

Thanks for the in depth review. Very informative.

[@ocean1573]

Excellent video as always. I love my inreach and most definitely will gladly keep paying my annual susbcription and wilk continue using it during my hikes. The durability and sturdiness of the inreach as well as the reliability of their center of operations is what is all about. Thank you so much for such great review.

[@javamac10]

This is such a well done comprehensive video. Great job.

[@broomhandle8132]

I watched a youtube report of hiking Mt. Whitney. The group ascended from the parking lot few hours before daylight for few miles, ran into a group of stranded returning hikers with a disabled partner. The ascending hikers used InReach to send SOS. The stranded group had a satellite SOS device requiring the support of a phone; but the phone AND the backup battery charger both fully drained! It took more than 6 hours till the rescue arrived while the helping group continued communicating on InReach! Together they carried the disabled hiker down to a location the rescuing helicopter could land. Lesson: the SOS communication may take a long time. Not every gadget has the long endurance as InReach has.

[@wopalongcassidy]

Thank you for this info. This was the major factor to my upgrading the phone.

[@rydellster]

Superb & thorough video. Well done! Thanks you!

[@solooverland3666]

Thank you! Valuable, insightful, helpful video 👏🏻🙏🏼

[@CWO4D]

Thank you very much for your detailed comments and recommendations….I am sure many of your listeners will benefit from your content…..keep it up!!

[@jhh243]

Liked and subscribed! Thank you for making this. Very informative

[@JMcKey21]

Very thorough video. Great job!

[@seanyar9648]

THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL THE INFO

[@bobmccullough2030]

I have been waiting for this specific presentation from you. This is a high quality, thorough presentation, like your others. You are suburb with hiking, KZbin presenting, and research. I look forward to all your channel presentations. Thank you very much for your time. You are greatly appreciated.

[@Hikingguy]

Whoa thank you very much! 🙏 Trying to focus on guides and tech that will help folks on their adventures, so it's nice to here that these help. Thank you!

[@valhemp]

I agree with everything youve stated. Its a very professional but easy to understand presentation.

[@RomeoEdward]

Very comprehensive review, thank you

[@allankawakami]

Very informative. Thanks!

[@cotswoldmusings]

Very clear and helpful thanks 🙏

[@sierraseb3311]

Wow! This video must have taken you MANY, MANY hours/days to research for us. You contacted many organizations and studied lots of technical data. Much Appreciated.

[@abc-wv4in]

I agree. Most helpful video.

[@TamonYanagimoto]

Great review … thank you very much. Didn’t know about sharing my location via find my app. Will definitely use that when hiking

[@GBari3]

Thanks! You have been so helpful in the last few months to understand better the in reach system. Just bought a 67i. Wish you a great time over these holidays.

[@Hikingguy]

Big big thank you! Any questions, just post here!

[@archibaldo4873]

thanks for this informative and balanced video

[@barrydraper]

Very cool article. This just motivated me enough to upgrade from the 13 pro max to the 15 pro max as of Sept 2023. Now, I see they've added 'Roadside assistance' to the satellite functionality. The inReach seems like another great option to take safety & security to another level. Their basic service is very reasonably priced.

[@xipo199]

Excellent video, thanks for the info.

[@abednashif3733]

I stumbled across your channel, and so far i love these in-depth testing/review videos, really underrated, easy sub!!

[@Hikingguy]

Thank you!

[@drone_boss]

Was wondering… thank you!

[@lisavls]

Thanks for a great review

[@losgirasolesranchrodriguez4686]

Wow Thank you Lots of info

[@cohall46]

Very helpful, Thanks for sharing.

[@abc-wv4in]

Very helpful; thanks so much! I have family members who hike and fish offshore in the ocean. I appreciate the great comparisons. subscribed

[@martialartsfitness4u91]

You are amazing Thank you!🙏

[@Geekchess]

Excellent information. Cheers! 🍻

[@sjTHEfirst]

Wow! Sounds like the features were very well thought out.

[@FutureSystem738]

Great review, thanks 👍

[@johnanderson9735]

Thank you, you presented a really great review. There is definitely a big difference between an Iridium / InReach and Globalstar systems. Hard core adventurer vs urban area users is a clear distinction for me.

[@clarkansas6590]

Great job. Love my InReach.

[@Gumby1978]

Your video helped me make a difficult decision. Thank you

[@grbta1124]

Great job! Thanks

[@LoftechUK]

Great video. Thank you

[@psj3940]

WOW❗️This is a 5 Stars Review❗️I think it shows when a KZbinr do it with compassion. I am amaze about all the details you provide us. Bravo Hiking Guy❗️

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[@steveg219]

This is very useful, thanks

[@azclaimjumper]

Excellent & very informative video. Yes, I've given it a thumbs up, Yes, I'm a longtime subscriber. My primary navigation tool is the Garmin 62S GPS that I ALWAYS have with me when out in the boonies. My last ditch, Life or Death communicator is a PLB, specifically, the ACR ResQLink. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada.

[@dfreedman2010]

Dude. I found your website yesterday when trying to understand about GPS (nav, watches, satellite, and PLB) devices. I read several articles on the website and today I'm watching numerous videos. I'm blown away by the thoroughness of your reviews. I've never owned GPS navigation, watch, satellite or PLB communicator devices (other than Google Maps and testing out GaiaGPS over the last week)... so you helped me go from zero knowledge to quite a lot of knowledge very very quickly. What an immense help. I feel like I know exactly what to expect if I were to purchase a given device (pros & cons). This has rapidly helped me narrow down what I thought I might want to more appropriate choices. Big time props and THANK YOU so much for putting all of this information together to help others.

[@Hikingguy]

Wow, man, big big thank your for the note. It's music to my ears that the guides have been helpful. I'm in the process of coming up with some beginner focused guides now because I think it could help more folks. Thanks again and hope to see you out there one day.

[@skyepilotte11]

New sub...very good review...quite in depth...thx

[@Dronerangerspro]

Thanks for the information

[@smileyhappyradio]

Chris you make great videos, thanks for this. Its so informative!

[@Hikingguy]

thank you!

[@kelvinstoryteller8564]

Excellent review. I’ll keep both for now.

[@twowheelsandathrottle]

Thanks for this! I'm somebody that really would only use this in an emergency situation. I was recently looking at the Garmins but man - not cheap. I'd also been semi-interested in upgrading my phone. For the cost of paying off my current contract for the 12 Pro, going up to the 14, I'm actually saving a bit. Thanks again for the awesome information!

[@johnbarbuto5387]

I agree with IPv6Freely: emergencies are critical but - thankfully - rare; but, the need to contact people to tell them about your situation ("arrived", "getting there late", etc) is very important. So, inReach still has the nod for me for the moment. Also, its "purpose built" form is very influential to me - especially battery life! And, let me not forget: this is a great review!!

[@erickirlwood8123]

The inreach connects to a team of professionals, the Apple team is being assembled now not something I would trust . The mini clips to your back and obviously a weather proof device. iPhones maybe, maybe not especially if you happen to tumble down the side of a mountain or drop into 35 degree water . How good would that iPhone be then . I’ve seen plenty of professional hikers and video hiking bloggers and almost to the person they have an inreach clipped to their shoulder straps .

[@denniskirschbaum9109]

I really enjoy your channel. I have learned so much from watching your videos. Thank you!

[@gl6265]

Thanks for this review. I’m definitely not going to give up my Garmin, but I like the idea of having two ways to reach emergency services, especially since I already carry an iPhone already. Your videos are always so helpful and useful!

[@memathews]

Solid comparison video and, for me, a good understanding of the iPhone capabilities versus the inReach Mini 2 that I already have. I use Android phones, which will be adding this capability in the upcoming OS release. Thanks for making this video!

[@heiscalling]

Thank you for the information in this video I have an i phone 14 but didn’t really know how the satellite part of this phone worked. I am new to i phone. Your video was very helpful. I also didn’t know about the other device as a comparison good info Thanks!

[@mntbighker]

Good overview of iPhone vs InReach. I have the iPhone 11 now, and am going to start Motorcycle camping.

[@Bianchi77]

Nice video, thanks :)

[@steveblankenship5474]

Great review! I just got an iPhone 14 and I did not know this. I was a SAR member 30 years ago and I remember the many stories which didn’t end well, this technology is definitely a great step forward to help people and searchers will have vital information that they need right away. One of the cons with the iPhone is the battery and to counter that bring a battery bank as a back up. You mentioned trying this is a narrow canyon by Las Vegas and I’m thinking “Ice Box Canyon” if so that is very impressive

[@Hikingguy]

Well thanks for serving as a SAR member - I know it's a challenging job with risk. And yes, Ice Box was the one. Before going in there I didn't think that anything would really work so I was surprised by the 1min send on the iPhone. Blows my mind sometimes.

[@syncrosimon]

Great video, Just picked up an iPhone 14 and tried out the Find my phone app several times here in The Highlands of Scotland. Works really well. Tells the other people in your group that you have used satellite if they look. Handy to have as its essentially free.

[@Hikingguy]

thank you - great to hear that it's working well in that part of the world too

[@j.c.5393]

Great video!

[@bj-th7ul]

Interesting... thank you, thank you, thank you. thanks for sharing

[@chrisvonahnen3578]

Very impressive presentation 👍

[@DarcoSix]

Great Video!

[@justrione]

Thank you thank you

[@teresas7272]

Thank you for the knowledgeable reviews on these products in a rapidly changing market. Helped me see that both the Iphone14 and Inreach are important to have in the backcountry. Made the Garmin purchase through your links to cement my gratitude!

[@Hikingguy]

Thanks for the support! And glad the guides have been helpful!

[@juancarlosplaza8301]

Great video!! I'll keep an eye on the iPhone 14 (worldwide coverage and two way messaging is important to me).

[@wizerdjuice9589]

Great video.

[@danielmullins7883]

Very timely and thorough video Cris - Thanks. Bought a iPhone 14 just for the additional SOS capability and pack a 3 day battery pack with it. Non emergency 2 way communication on the inReach is still a great deal, especially for use between different groups in the back country. Awesome job - keep up the great work!👍

[@k.zekeswaringen2122]

Very good video on comparing these valuable communication systems. The inReach carried along with iPhone 14 would be ideal - as having a backup system is worth having. Thank you for sharing !!

[@michaelnorman1571]

Glad to see that this works so well. I still like the features of my InReach Explorer Apple isn't as rugged either.

[@vivianawu5473]

Thank you

[@yashaashayeri7055]

I was thinking about this very subject earlier today, during my trail run. Great informative video HikingGuy. Thanks!

[@gergelymuli]

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[@Hikingguy]

Thank you!!!

[@timking2194]

Great video

[@johnmirmak503]

Thanks for the great review of the two devices. I used the inreach for part of the JMT and was able to let my wife know we were ending the hike, no emergency and within ½ of arriving in Lone Pine my wife came from the OC to pick us up. It was a bit laborious in sending non preset messages but it worked great even in tree cover. sold it this year and planning on finishing the rest of the JMT and will buy a 14 pro and hopefully not need to use it. Thanks again and REALLY enjoy your videos.

[@Hikingguy]

Thank you 👍 for watching and glad the inReach worked well for you. Aside for some long / failed sends (rare) it's been pretty rock solid here over the years - wish they would offer a Blackberry / SPOT version with a full keyboard, I think folks who don't want to use the phone / BT would buy it

[@lukealization]

Incredibly comprehensive video. Thanks so much. Just a super minor addendum though, "watching videos" aren't actually as intensive as most people expect, it's such a common use case that there's significant portions of the overall hardware dedicated to video encode/decode, which makes those operations rather efficient. Heavy use of the cellular radios in low reception areas would definitely consume more power than video consumption, so I suspect Emergency SOS via satellite is probably several times more expensive than video playback.

[@NewHampshireJack]

Good to learn what will or will not function for us in S E Asia. I am semi-retired here and doing a bit of exploring with my family.

[@bsmukler]

Thanks!

[@Hikingguy]

WHOA thank you so much for your support!!!

[@discoveringincolor8572]

Nice comparison. One thing you didn’t mention was that Garmin offers an insurance plan that covers the cost of rescue worldwide. This can get expensive if you have to get a medivac via helicopter or other means, to a hospital or back to your home country.

[@Hikingguy]

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[@PerfDayToday]

Nice review.. I just upgraded two family members to 14’s. I’ll continue to use my Garmin Inreach mini for now. Edit: during the recent severe storms in the NE of the 🇺🇸, I read where as many as 27 people died in their cars, when stranded. Imagine having had an iPhone 14 to prevent that. I get that most people in those situations would never own a PLB so a phone would have been a lifesaver.

[@Hikingguy]

Yea, agree 100%, obviously it's not perfect but it will def save more lives

[@cluek9780]

Yep. Choosing the 14 (Pro) for precisely this feature

[@project_poor_runner]

I purchased a Garmin Tread Overland for the GPS & InReach functionality, and when my phone was giving out I upgraded to the iPhone 14 for the additional GPS feature.

[@bradl2636]

InReach is a far superior communication solution. It’s no contest really. Better connectivity, better battery life (by FAR), two-way communication, far more robust and experienced emergency communications centre and staff.

[@paulwannarka742]

For the InReach mini 2 the waterproof housing offered by Garmin is another feature that scuba divers have found to be useful.

[@DM-mi4mo]

Got the Garmin Messenger (feedback after 6 months). Amazing! Reliable! Get quick connection. Perfectly compatible with Fenix. Great piece from Garmin. I hope the compatibility will be extended to other devices (Venu 3).

[@askmisspatience]

Fantastic demo’s and comparison. Just received a Garmin mini2 having zero idea about the iPhone 14 feature. Which I happen to own. This video answered more than all my questions. Thank you. Doing regular road trips to the north west coast and planning an Alaska trip realized on the Verizon map the abundance of dead zones could be dangerous. Hearing banjo Deliverance (movie if you don’t know should be the soundtrack for SOS devices 😅) music every time I think of driving through the mountains of no cell service risking a what if. Since I provide a map of stops to people before I leave and text screen shots of where’s me like Waldo periodically from google maps this is a secondary check in preset up. Based on your information for me the Garmin mini 2 isn’t necessary. My son does a lot of outdoor back woods no tech outings with friends. Sent him the video to use for comparison, too. Super appreciate this video comparison very much ❤

[@Hikingguy]

Awesome glad it was helpful and have fun in Alaska - one of the best places ever. Hoping to get back up there at some point. It's been a while for me...

[@davidhatton2321]

Very nice comparison, thanks for posting! I have Garmin 66i and like it a lot in spite of Basecamp and Caltopo limitations for navigation. In reach texting had worked well. How does Gaia navigation and initial map route creation compare to 66i?

[@craigb1427]

Great info. Thank you

[@bulldogbrower6732]

Thank you for all of the great work you do posting extraordinary instructions about the GPS and mapping. There is a 3D map you show in this video near Red Rocks, Las Vegas. What is the source of this mapping ? Thanks again for all your postings.

[@teatonaz]

Great comparison review! Subscribed. Very articulate and great subject matter covered. Thanks so much. ? When using the Find My feature for nonemergency, does the other person need to have an iPhone 14 as well? Or could it be an iPhone 13 and below?

[@Hikingguy]

Thank you! &&& Any device with FindMy works, so it can be a 13, iPad, Mac, etc.

[@skippylippy547]

Always carry a personal locator beacon when going into the back country. Do it for those who care about you.

[@Zoberist]

The inReach will also track your hike and update a trail map to allow others to follow you during a hike and notify them by text and email every 10 minutes or less. You do not have to go into satellite mode if your cell is out of cell range which is usually the case. My inReach Explorer+ worked great hiking in Patagonia and out on a cruise ship to Antarctica. If you can afford it, the best combination would be a Garmin inReach Explorer+ and the iPhone 14 Pro. If you want to keep family and friends informed about your whereabouts, including where you are on a map and be able to interact with them, then the inReach Explorer+ would be better. If you are in an emergency situation in North America, then perhaps Apple.

[@backpacker3421]

A word on Garmin InReach pricing - you can turn your subscription on and off at will. You do have to pay for a month at a time, but you can wait until you are going out the first time in the season, and turn it on. Then turn it off again if June is going to be too busy, then wait and maybe your next trip out isn't until late July, hit it again. So for less frequent users (like me, whose job prevents weekly trips), a year's worth of use may only cost you three or four months worth of service as long as you remember to turn it off. Personally, I've always turned it on, then turned it off right away because it continues for the month you paid for. Then I just check it each time I'm going to be using it to see if it's still subscribed through the duration of the trip (plus a safety day or two)

[@seathrunmagaoinghous4119]

Great info. Laughing about the durability. I have broke two spots, my Garmins hold up so much better.

[@MountainVisions]

How do you think an iPhone will hold up?