Garmin GPSMAP® 66i
Flagship Handheld GPS and Satellite Communicator with Topo Mapping
Ever since Garmin purchased DeLorme in 2016, their ultimate goal has been to combine the inReach satellite communication technology, with their flagship handheld GPS for outdoor enthusiasts. This product realises this dream, by combining the world's most capable handheld GPS, with the best satellite communication technology available.
Once subscribed to a competitively priced plan, the GPSMAP 66i turns into a powerful communication device that can work off the grid, anywhere in the world. Because it communicates in 2 directions, it can send AND receive messages to any email address, or standard mobile phone number. If the worst comes to worst, you can trigger an SOS alert and communicate with GEOS search and rescue monitoring centre.
Powerful Outdoor Navigation
The GPSMAP 66i is fitted with the most powerful navigation toolset Garmin has ever delivered. In addition to multi-GNSS support, the GPSMAP 66i series provides ABC (altimeter, barometer and compass) sensor capabilities to track your journey. The built-in altimeter
provides elevation data to accurately monitor ascent and descent, while the barometer can be used to predict weather changes by showing short-term trends in air pressure.
The three-axis electronic compass keeps your bearing whether you’re moving or not. The preloaded Topo Active mapping provides detailed views of terrain, contours, elevations, points of interest, tracks, water bodies, coastlines, and other geographic points. Support for BirdsEye satellite imagery provides high-res photo-realistic views without an annual subscription.
Affordable, flexible Satellite Airtime Plans
To access the Iridium network and communicate with your inReach SE, Explorer+ or GPSMAP 66i device, an active satellite subscription is required. Depending on your usage level, you can opt for an annual contract package or flexible month-to-month airtime plan.
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Safety |
Recreation |
Expedition |
Extreme |
Additional Fees |
| SOS |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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| Text Messages |
10 |
40 |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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| Preset Messages |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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| Tracking Intervals |
10 Minutes+ |
10 Minutes+ |
10 Minutes+ |
2 Minutes+ |
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| Tracking Points |
$0.15 |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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| Location Pings |
$0.15 |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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| MONTHLY CHARGES |
Activation Fee: $33.00 |
| Annual/Contract |
$20.00 |
$40.00 |
$75.00 |
$119.00 |
Move Down A Plan Fee: $37.00 |
| Freedom Plan |
$25.00 |
$55.00 |
$99.00 |
$149.00 |
Annual Freedom Fee: $37.00 |
| OVERAGE CHARGES |
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| Messages (each) |
$0.75 |
$0.75 |
N/A |
N/A |
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Information and prices accurate as of 19/7/2019.
General
| Physical dimensions |
2.6" x 6.4" x 1.4" (6.6 x 16.3 x 3.5 cm) |
| Weight |
8.5 oz (241 g) with internal battery |
| Water rating |
IPX7 |
| Battery |
Rechargeable internal lithium-ion |
| Display type |
transflective color TFT |
| Display size |
1.5"W x 2.5"H (3.8 x 6.3 cm); 3" diag (7.6 cm) |
| Display resolution |
240 x 400 |
| Memory/History |
16 GB |
| High Sensitivity Receiver |
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| Interface |
high-speed USB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
Maps & Memory
| Ability to add maps |
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| Basemap |
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| Storage and Power Capacity |
microSD™ card (not included) |
| Waypoints/favorites/locations |
10000 |
| Routes |
250 |
| Track log |
20000 points, 250 saved gps tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| Preloaded maps |
yes (topo active) |
Sensors
| Barometric Altimeter |
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| Compass |
Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
Outdoor Recreation Features
| Area calculation |
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| Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads) |
Yes (with topo active) |
| Geocaching-friendly |
Yes (Paperless) |
| Custom maps compatible |
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| Hunt/fish calendar |
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| Sun and moon information |
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| Picture viewer |
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Garmin Connect™
| Garmin Connect™ compatible (online community where you analyze, categorize and share data) |
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Additional
| Additional |
- Trigger an interactive SOS with 24/7 search and rescue monitoring center: yes
- Send and receive text messages to SMS and email: yes
- Send and receive messages with other inReach® users, exchange locations: yes
- Track and share location with friends and family on web-based MapShare® portal: yes
- Virtual keyboard for custom text messaging: yes
- Garmin Explore compatible: yes
- Garmin Connect IQ compatible: yes
- Wireless compatible: yes (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and ANT+)
- Map segments: 15,000
- Active weather: yes
- Smart Notifications: yes
- Live Tracking: yes (with Garmin Connect™ Mobile)
- BirdsEye direct to device: yes (no annual subscription required)
- MIL STD 810G ruggedness for thermal, shock and water performance
- RINEX Logging: yes
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In The Box:
- GPSMAP 66i
- Access to BirdsEye Satellite Imagery
- USB cable
- Carabiner clip
- Documentation
GPSMAP 66i Reviews
Average Customer Rating:
(5 out of 5 based on 2 reviews)
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