So... I hate to seem dense here, because the more I read, the more I am convinced that Garmin Pricing Strategy is flawed, will effect hardware sales, and invite more competition (starlink)
I currently have an older InReach Explorer plus that I use for hunting, hiking, motorcycle in the backcountry, and offshore. I was on the suspend except for trips, so about 45 days a year or 2-3 months of subscription services. Now, the new minimum plan would be $7.95 a month or incur a $39 activation fee if I cancel. Is this correct?
Now I was considering buying 2 Mini Inreach2's for diving, again for usage about 2-4 times a year. Am, I to assume I would be on the hook for 2 new activation fees, and a monthly fee for each of the devices? If this is the case, I certainly will not be buying 2 new Garmin devices as I do not want to pay over $240 a year for devices that are utilized for 45 days a year.
With Apple's Emergency capabilities' (I understand the limitations/hate apple) and other technologies (Starlink) adding capability, and other EPIRB/PLB options what is Garmin's strategy? I get pricing models, strategy, and market reception and demand as I do this for a software in my day job, but Garmin does not have that much of differentiated product for enough target segment to alienate dedicated Garmin fans. This is truly puzzling.
Anxious for the replies to see if I am correct in my assumptions.
