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. There are multiple plans and tiers available depending on your level of usage.
*Correct as of November 2019
PERSONAL PLANS
For outdoor enthusiasts, adventure seekers, explorers, travelers and anyone who needs a global communications solution, an
inReach device and satellite subscription can mean added preparedness and peace of mind when you need to stay connected.
Choose our monthly Freedom plan or an annual plan to meet your airtime service needs.
- Monthly Freedom plans are ideal for your next adventure or seasonal use, requiring only a 30-day commitment with the ability to suspend service when you don’t need it.
- Annual plans are great for year-round use, with lower monthly cost and peace of mind that your inReach device is always ready to use.
PROFESSIONAL PLANS
Garmin offers an array of flexible inReach professional solutions that helps keep everyone on your team connected, safe, oriented and informed.
Our Professional Flexsubscription plans offer three levels that meet the operational needs of your teams or organization, including the following:
- All Flex plans are month to month and only require a 30-day commitment.
- You can suspend service in the offseason or when staff is not deployed in the field.
- You can move up or down a plan for free when your tracking or communication needs change.
- Enhanced administration tools are available to manage devices, tracking and communications.
- Advanced API provides access to messaging and tracking data.
| PERSONAL PLANS |
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SAFETY |
RECREATION |
EXPEDITION |
| SOS |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Text Messages |
10 |
40 |
Unlimited |
| Preset Messages |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Tracking Intervals |
10+ Minutes |
10+ Minutes |
2+ Minutes |
| Send/Track Points |
$0.15 AUD each |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Location Requests |
$0.15 AUD each |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Basic Weather |
1 text message each |
1 text message each |
Unlimited |
| Premium Weather |
$1.50 AUD each |
$1.50 AUD each |
$1.50 AUD each |
| |
MONTHLY CHARGES |
| Annual Plans |
$20.00 AUD/month |
$40.00 AUD/month |
$75.00 AUD/month |
| Freedom Plan |
$25.00 AUD/month |
$55.00 AUD/month |
$99.00 AUD/month |
| |
OVERAGE CHARGES |
| Messages (each) |
$0.75 AUD |
$0.75 AUD |
N/A |
A one-time activation fee of $29.00 AUD ($33.00 NZD) is incurred for annual plans. • Enrollment in Freedom plans is subject to
a $37.00 AUD ($40.00 NZD) annual fee. Freedom plans require a minimum 30-day commitment and service can be suspended on a monthly basis
at no charge. • See Garmin.com/inReach for additional subscription details. Rates are active on 30th October 2019. • Satellite subscription required.
Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility to know and follow all applicable
laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
| PROFESSIONAL PLANS |
| |
BASIC |
ADVANCED |
UNLIMITED |
| SOS |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Text Messages |
20 |
40 |
Unlimited |
| Preset Messages |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Tracking Intervals |
10+ Minutes |
10+ Minutes |
2+ Minutes |
| Send/Track Points |
$0.15 AUD each |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Location Requests |
$0.15 AUD each |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
| Basic Weather |
1 text message each |
1 text message each |
Unlimited |
| Premium Weather |
$1.50 AUD each |
$1.50 AUD each |
$1.50 AUD each |
| |
MONTHLY CHARGES |
| Monthly Flex Fee |
$30.00 AUD/month |
$55.00 AUD/month |
$99.00 AUD/month |
| |
OVERAGE CHARGES |
| Messages (each) |
$0.75 AUD |
$0.75 AUD |
N/A |
| Suspend Fee |
$8.00 AUD/month |
$8.00 AUD/month |
$8.00 AUD/month |
All plans are subject to a one-time $37.00 AUD ($40.00 NZD) activation fee. • No charge applies to changing a Flex plan.
• Service can be suspended for one month at a time for $8.00 AUD ($8.50 NZD) per month. Rates are active on 30th October 2019. • Satellite
subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is your responsibility
to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
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 |
| Battery Life |
- up to 35 hours at 10-minute tracking
- Up to 200 hours at 30-minute tracking (power save mode)
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| 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)
Please note: Turn by turn routing does not show street numbers. Address selection is unavailable on this device.
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| 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
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