General
Touchscreen Display
The bright, sunlight-readable 3.5-inch color touchscreen has chemically strengthened glass to resist scratches. It is glove-friendly, easy to see and easy to use. Tap, zoom and swipe on the maps to follow your route.
Physical Buttons
The rugged hybrid design also features intuitive push buttons for more versatility when operating in weather and while wearing gloves. The quick-action button lets users customize functions to their specific needs.
Photo And Voice/Text Messaging
With an active inReach subscription send group text messages up to 1,600 characters. You can also exchange photos and voice messages when outside of cellular coverage.
SOS Alerts
Trigger an interactive SOS message anytime to the 24/7-staffed Garmin Response international coordination center for help in an emergency. This requires an active inReach subscription1.
Advanced Navigation
Navigate with preloaded TopoActive maps for the U.S., Mexico and Canada — and easy-to-access global maps. See terrain contours, elevations, geographical points and more.
Satellite Imagery
Download high-resolution photorealistic maps directly to your device via Wi-Fi® technology. Find trails, pick stand locations and parking, create waypoints and more.
Outdoor Maps+
Purchase an Outdoor Maps+ plan for access to a variety of premium mapping content across the globe. The subscription is updated regularly and sent to your device over Wi-Fi.
Location Accuracy
Get multi-band GPS and multi-GNSS support for superior positional accuracy.
Built-In Cameras
The integrated front and back cameras allow you to snap selfies and photos of your trip. With an active inReach subscription1, share your photos in real time even without a cellular network.
Voice Control
Utilize voice commands to conveniently handle many tasks, including check-ins, start tracking, take a photo and more. Available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Swedish, Danish and Dutch.
Livetrack Sharing
With an active inReach satellite subscription1 you can easily let friends or family follow your location while you're on the move; no need to point your device directly toward the sky to find satellites. They can see your progress, including distance, time and elevation
Garmin Weather
Get real-time forecast information so you’re aware of the changing conditions. This feature requires an active Wi-Fi connection or an active cellular connection and use of the Garmin Explore™ app on your paired smartphone. When you travel beyond cell range, access weather updates via satellite1 for your current location, route destination and more.
Plan Your Trips
Enjoy seamless trip planning with the ability to easily locate geographic points, share your route and more. This requires an active Wi-Fi connection or cellular connection with use of the Garmin Explore app on your compatible smartphone.
Helpful Tools
Use the built-in bright LED flashlight torch as a beacon or to light your way when the path goes dark. A loud built-in siren can help draw attention if you are in need.
Battery Life
Long-lasting battery life allows for up to 145 hours in all Satellite Systems + Multi-band mode (assuming typical use with SatIQ™ technology) and up to 840 hours in Expedition mode.
Rugged Design
Built to meet MIL-STD 810 for thermal, shock, water (IP67) and vibration to withstand weather and extreme temperatures.
On The Go
This device has an integrated Spine Mount 2 and includes a removable loop carabiner for more versatility on your adventure. It’s also compatible with additional Spine Mount 2 accessories, sold separately.
ABC Sensors
Get a built-in altimeter for elevation data, a barometer to monitor weather and a 3-axis electronic compass to provide direction.
Garmin Share
Easily share saved locations and courses with friends’ compatible Garmin devices
Ascent Planning
See upcoming climbs on your route, when they will occur and how steep they will be.
General
Lens material
chemically strengthened glass
Weight
10.2 oz (290 g)
Dimensions
2.6" x 7.0" x 1.3" (6.7 cm x 17.9 cm x 3.3cm)
Battery
rechargeable, internal lithium-ion
Water rating
IP67
MIL-STD-810
yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit only
Touchscreen
yes
Display type
transflective color TFT
Display size
1.9"W x 3.0"H (4.7 x 7.7 cm), 3.5" diagonal (8.9 cm)
Display resolution
282 x 470 pixels
Battery life
All Satellite Systems + Multi-band: Up to 145 hours*
Expedition mode: Up to 840 hours
Performance messaging mode with 10-min inReach® tracking: Up to 48 hours*
Performance messaging mode with 10-min inReach® tracking: Up to 48 hours*
*Assuming typical use with SatIQ™ technology
Memory
64 GB (user space varies based on included mapping)
Interface
USB-C
Maps & Memory
Preloaded maps
yes (TopoActive, routable)
Ability to add maps
yes
Basemap
yes
Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) for outdoor activities
yes
Map segments
15,000
Satellite imagery
yes (direct to device)
Includes detailed hydrographic features (coastlines, lake/river shorelines, wetlands and perennial and seasonal streams)
yes
Includes searchable points of interests (parks, campgrounds, scenic lookouts and picnic sites)
yes
Displays national, state and local parks, forests, and wilderness areas
yes
Includes detailed hydrographic features (coastlines, lake/river shorelines, wetlands and perennial and seasonal streams)
yes
External memory storage
yes (1 TB max microSD card)
Waypoints
yes
Courses
unlimited
Activities
200
Activity profiles
yes
GPX imports
yes
RINEX logging
yes
Sensors
GPS
yes
Galileo
yes
QZSS
yes
BeiDou
yes
IRNSS
yes
Barometric altimeter
yes
Compass
Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis)
High-sensitivity receiver
yes
GPS compass (while moving)
yes
Multi-band frequency support
yes
Daily Smart Features
Connect IQ™ (downloadable watch faces, data fields, widgets and apps)
yes
Smart notifications on handheld
yes
Weather
yes
Pairs with Garmin Connect™ Mobile
yes
Compatible with Garmin Messenger app
yes
Voice command
yes
Noise cancellation
yes
Voice assistant
yes
Voice notes
yes
Garmin Share
yes
Passcode
yes
Auto correct keyboard
yes
Connections Wireless Connectivity
yes (Wi-Fi®, BLUETOOTH®, ANT+®)
Safety and Tracking Features
LiveTrack
yes
Safety siren
yes
Tactical Features
Compatible with AB Quantam - Garmin
yes
Ballistics solver
yes (unlock required)
Dual grid coordinates
yes
Night vision mode
yes
Outdoor Recreation
Point-to-point navigation
yes
TracBack®
yes
Spoken turn-by-turn directions
yes
Area calculation
yes
Fish forecast
yes
Sun and moon information
yes
Geocaching-friendly
yes (Geocache Live)
Custom maps compatible
yes (500 custom map tiles)
LED beacon flashlight
yes
Picture viewer
yes
Camera
Front: 5 MP
Rear: 8 MP
Flashlight
yes
Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app
yes
Garmin Explore website compatible
yes
Dog tracking
yes (when paired to compatible dog track system)
Smart switching between Wi-Fi, Cellular and Satellite with Garmin Messenger app
yes
inReach® Features
Interactive SOS
yes
Weather
yes
Send and receive text messages to SMS and email
yes
Send and receive text messages to other inReach device
yes
Send and receive group messages
yes
Send and receive photos
yes
Send and receive photos
yes
Send and receive 1,600 character messages
yes
Exchange locations with other inReach device
yes
MapShare compatible with tracking
yes
Virtual keyboard for custom messaging
yes
Send route selection to MapShare during trip
yes
Send waypoints to MapShare during trip
yes
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GPSMAP® H1i Plus
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Loop Carabiner
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Charging/Data Cable
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Documentation