Spot Satellite Tracker Review

Spot gps tracker review.

Spot satellite tracker review. Though bulkier and more expensive than other trackers on this list this rugged spot tracker uses satellite technology to track beyond the reach of traditional cellular coverage. Spot is the world s first satellite messenger using the gps satellite system to determine you location and communications satellites to. The third iteration of the venerable spot device along with its proprietary satellite messaging service is a simple clear and largely reliable way for a wilderness traveler to send rudimentary communications to the outside world. Spot can alert to an emergency or 911 via satellite tracking.

The spot s built in qwerty keyboard makes it stand out. A few other devices we tested also allow for two way customized messaging but they require a smartphone for easy typing. However due to its low price point many different folks have started using it to track progress of long outdoor activities such as recreational airplane pilots atv riders cyclists. The spot tracker was originally built to allow adventure seekers to relay position information and signal for help either to support teams or directly to 911.

It s compact lightweight and far and away the most budget friendly option for those who adventure regularly but. You can set it to receive updates every 2 5 5 10 30 or 60 minutes and follow it along on google maps. There are various programs that can be purchased from just 911 service to sending emails to friends and family of your progress on a trip whether in a vehicle or hiking. There are nuances with preprogrammed messages tracking and sos capability but it is a basic tool to access a network to send information out of the wilderness.

Choose the spot gen3 if you want just the essentials of a satellite communication device. The spot x is a stand alone two way satellite messaging device. Somewear s founders worked at apple tesla and intuit the company that makes mint and turbotax which you can tell by looking at the attractive easy to use device and app our full review.