inReach Mini 2 - Recent Threads

Pairing Zumo XT and Mini 2 connection is not retained

8038338 — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:22:33 GMT

I have a Zumo XT and a Mini 2 inReach. I have successfully paired them in order to use the remote functionality on the Zumo XT. When one or the other powers off the the connection is not retained. I have the resetting of the bluetooth connections and cleared the Mini 2 of devices. Any ideas? I "upgraded to the Mini 2 for this convenience, its a bummer it looses connection.

Device "waiting for response" does not know plan is suspended

6125703 — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:54:47 GMT

I last used my inReach Mini 2 with the "Enabled" plan back in March 2026. I set the plan to suspend at the end of that month, and the device was powered off.

Now, the Explore website shows my plan status as suspended, but the device still shows "inReach Enabled Plan | SOS included" in the plan details page.

When I tell it to update plan info, it just gets stuck showing "Waiting for response" even though I left it outside with a sky view for over 30 minutes. I even tried rebooting it outdoors again and it goes into the same state when I ask it to update plan details.

It is syncing with the Explore mobile app. It just performed the 5.04 firmware update earlier today.

I do not use the Messenger app and have no intention to (do not want this linkage to phone numbers etc.) I have used it since day 1 with the Explore app and the Explore website where I enrolled the plan originally.

I also do not have a PC to run Garmin Express.

What I was hoping to find out was whether it would indicate "Suspended plan | SOS included" now as per the recent announcements. I am not sure if that is possible until the next time I resume service and suspend again though. I just don't understand why the device will not update to realize it is suspended...

How long does 5.04 take via Explore app and bluetooth?

6125703 — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:45:29 GMT

My inReach Mini 2 is still on firmware 4.34 (15P) according to its About page.

It hasn't been powered on since late winter, but I've left it syncing for about an hour now and it still says "No update available" if I go into the device menu to check for updates.

Has anybody gone through this and had it successfully update to the new 5.04 version that the app says should be available? How long did it take roughly?

I'm interested to see if this is going to reveal the new SOS while suspended capability...

Garmin Inreach mini2 — where are exported gpx waypoints saved to when paired with an iPad?

mc_venture — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:40:06 GMT

Garmin Inreach Mini2

Menu > saved > waypoints > Export to GPX > Export all waypoints to GPX > export

When I go through the above steps, I get a message that export is processing and then completes.

But it’s not clear WHERE the exported gpx waypoints are saved. I have searched ipad and files and find nothing.

I also don’t see any exported file in Explore app on my iPad. I do see the original waypoints but I need them as GPX NOT Garmin format, which is why I am exporting from Inreach2 mini’s functionality.

Please advise as your documentation does not make this clear either. Thanks!

Incorrect time on inreachmini 2

2130082 — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:29:52 GMT

I recently purchased the inreach mini2 and I am already tired of it.

I am trying to set the time since 2hrs and I don’t know why if I enable the auto settings it shows a completely random time (currently it’s 22:28 and the garmin says 21:46) if I set cet and legal hour it shows 22:06.

I have synced with my phone and with the explorer app, I have updated the software, I don’t really know what to do

can you help me please?

thanks

Inreach mini 2 self bricked on trail

6688082 — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:21:26 GMT

I bought the device new 2 months ago. I've had my Inreach mini 2 for 8 days on the trail when suddenly I saw the Garmin boot logo on the screen.

10 minutes earlier the device had 90% battery left.

The Boot logo stayed for 5 minutes so I turned the device off to restart it, and since then I,ve had a blank screen.

I've tried all the reset instructions Garmin has listed on their troubleshooting.

The device has been charging overnight and still just a blank screen, the device is complelety dead.

Has anyone else experienced this or has any ideas?

In Reach Mini 2 and India

semmyroundel — Sat, 30 May 2026 23:03:20 GMT

Hi all, I'm planning on riding my motorbike to India from here, London. As a precaution, I'll get the extra insurance and take my Mini 2.

Last time I looked , it could be confiscated by the Indian authorities if found.

Is this still a thing? And have people smuggled it in and then switched it on when inside the country?

Any advice would be appreciated.

TIA

InReach Mini 2 Software Version 5.04

Garmin-Christopher — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:56:35 GMT

Change Log
: Added support for displaying SOS threads by device
Added Messenger account phone number to about page
Added sender device to message details
Fixed issue with deleting SOS threads

Faulty battery indicator?

rokmeamadeus — Tue, 26 May 2026 17:54:04 GMT

I've had my Mini2 for a few years now and seem to have had a persistent problem. The battery shows 98% when it's fully charged (which makes sense) but when it's unplugged and left on, it stays at 98%. If I check back after a long time, it'll be at 1%. Has anyone experienced this or knows why the battery indicator jumps from 98 to 1%? Any way to reset this? I've already tried the full drain and recharge method to "recalibrate" the internal/software voltage conversion.

Activation issues

EricL_Orlando — Tue, 19 May 2026 14:51:01 GMT

I purchased a used mini 2 from eBay and have been unable to activate or purchase a subscription. I keep getting the message "you may not have service", and the app isn't providing any additional information or help. TIA for any words of wisdom.

Can't add people to the automated notification option

ralfvdeerden — Sun, 10 May 2026 16:24:15 GMT

When you want to share with people that you are starting your trip using livetrack you have the option to add 50 people. But when I try to add one I keep getting that I need to select someone that has a Garmin connect account. Well the person I am selecting has a livetrack account but it just won't seem to work.

I get a message stating "something went wrong" try again later.

I can however manually send them updates via the Inreach Mini 2 or via IR Messenger.

Anyone else having this issue?

issue with cancel SOS with 5.01

3946766 — Sat, 02 May 2026 23:18:12 GMT

I had an emergency today, and after the rescue, although I was able to cancel the SOS on the Mini2, the SOS remained active (is still displayed as active on screen). It seemed frozen and switching off is not possible. My account was also logged out in the Messenger app. I had to log in and authorize countless times before it finally worked. Then the SOS on the Mini2 was canceled. This definitely needs improvement.

The latest software does not fit on your device's internal memory

2490988 — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:30:42 GMT

this error occures when i try to update my device,garmin says i have to delete the debug folder on garmin drive but it does not work

Explore app freezing

4374522 — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:24:34 GMT

I can view my progress on the Explore app syncing with the M2, but when I start tracking, the screen freezes and I can't tell if tracking is actually enabled. I can later view the track online. Any fixes? Suggestions on alternate apps to use?? Thanks...

What a waste of money

6086547 — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:15:26 GMT

I'm deeply regretting my purchase of 2 Garmin Inreach 2's.
We run tour company and need to swap the devices between guides. I was told that I needed the pro subscription - which was a convoluted process, but I did it - why you can't do it online it a mystery to me. After a series of emails and phone calls, I registered both devices but every time we go to set one up on a phone it is a complete pain in the butt - now they wont connect at all and I can't get anyone from Garmin on the phone.

What a waste of $1000!!!!! I will NEVER buy a Garmin product ever again. They are difficult to use, they don't work very well when you can get them working. We are better off with a PLB and a mobile phone.

InReach Mini 2 message quota

WheE — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:01:15 GMT

With my subscription I am looking at a message quota. If I send one message to 4 contacts, does that count as 1 or 4?

Thanks

InReach Mini 2 Software version 5.01

Garmin-Christopher — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:58:20 GMT

Change Log

Added support for displaying SOS threads by device
Added Messenger account phone number to about page
Added sender device to message details
Fixed issue with deleting SOS threads

Explore Map symbol

3591733 — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:35:58 GMT

What does the small black symbol that looks like a person with a rifle represent on the Explore map? See attached screenshot

Garmin inReach Mini 2 - No pop up messages on Edge 1040

TexasChip — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:47:26 GMT

In the past, when I received a text message on my inReach mini, the message would pop up on a screen on my Edge 1040, courtesy of the inReach Remote widget. Now this doesn't happen anymore. The message is received on my Edge, I can see it in the widget if I open it manually by pulling on the screen from the top down. Not sure when this functionality stopped, if it was a bug introduced by an Edge or inReach mini software update, as I hadn't used my inReach mini for a few months until recently. I even factory reset both devices twice, with no luck. I miss this functionality, as a received message popping up on my Edge screen draws my attention while riding. I could be missing the inReach chirp. Also, I don't want to fiddle with my Edge screen when I'm riding in the middle of the night during my ultra gravel races.

I'm running the latest software on both devices:

Garmin inReach Mini 2 , SW 4.34 (15P)

Garmin Edge 1040 Solar, SW 30.18

Has anyone run into this issue or any idea on what else I can try to get this fixed?

Thanks a lot in advance.

I also plan on calling Garmin Support in the next few days if I can't get this resolved.

I also cross-posted this in the Edge 1040 forum.

USB mode

7562959 — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:45:40 GMT

What does mind "Garmin mode" in USB?

InReach Mini 2 is connected to my phone but won't pair.

1281757 — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:32:42 GMT

Hi,

I am trying to pair my new inReach Mini 2 to my phone using the Messenger app. I have followed all of the steps and it connects to the phone but doesn't pair. It shows as 'paired' in my phone but in the Messenger app it shows as not paired. I have tried rebooting both devices several times, unpairing via the phone, turning bluetooth off and on etc.

Does anyone have any suggestions for this? Is there any harm in factory resetting the device and starting again? I've spent about two hours trying to do this simple task and it's very frustrating! Thanks

I’m trying to decide which unteach mini2 plan that I really need. I don’t text often So I don’t mind a small charge now and then. I’m 65 and hike with my dogs daily, 2-5 miles per. I need the cheapest plan that will allow family/rescuers etc. to be able to

7450802 — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:08:48 GMT

Which plan is best?

Fenix 8 text responses

7000518 — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:35:31 GMT

Ive just got inreach mini 2 and dont have a subscription yet. Ive set it up and its connected to the watch.

There are 3 types of preprepared text responses.

1-As I understand it the quick text messaging from the messenger app seems to be solely for the another contact with the messenger app, is that right? but when I put a contact it says 'this recipient is no longer on garmin messenger' so does that mean this option for quick messages only comes up when messaging others who have the messenger app?

2- The inreach is synced with my fenix 8 and I have changed the text responses in the connect app. Despite syncing and switching on/off, going into app settings the preset text responses havent updated on the watch to reflect those changes. Is that something it only does if you have an active subscription?

3- Explore app has seperate message presets which can be seen on the inreach 2, but I cannot see a way to edit this on the phone in the explore app to sync with the inreach and would like to avoid typing it manually on the inreach.

Finally the inreach messages have seperate presets when mapshare is clicked on the device. Where are the in any app and how do I edit them.

Any help with the above would be welcome and clarification on this as 3 seperate presets message routes through 3 seperare apps is v confusing.

Thanks

InReach Mini 2 and Garmin Edge 1050 - Ant+ Sensors disconnect when InReach Connected - Just started happening in last couple of weeks

fruitarider — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 11:26:47 GMT

Hi!

We partner our InRach Mini 2 to our Garmin Edge 1050. This is great as we use the Edge 1050 to View / Send / Receive Messages at a glance. This has worked fantastic up until a couple of weeks ago ish.

Now, app every 10 minutes while recording, the Edge 1050 drops all of it's Ant + sensors, (HR, Varia, Power) then reconnects. The disconnect lasts app 3 to 5 seconds. Meanwhile we have a Fenix 8 Dual Recording (without Inreach connected to it) and all sensors stay connected to it just fine.

Steps we have completed to troubleshoot / fix.

- Removed all old unused sensors.

- Removed all apps dowloaded from app store.

- Factory Reset (Complete Wipe) Edge 1050.

- Factory Reset InReach Mini 2

- Verifed Edge 1050 and InReach Mini 2 were up to date on software using Garmin Express.

- Verified Varia was up to date software with Garmin Express and Varia App.

- Added just one Ant+ sensor back to Edge 1050 (HR). Then added Inreach Mini 2, went for a ride, and Ant+ Sensor dropped out. Disconnected Inreach Mini 2 and Edge 1050 works fine, sensors stay connected.

Added back in and Renamed all current active sensors, 12 Ant + sensors (4 bikes with power and gears, Varia Radar, Varia Light, HR Strap, Smart Trainer). Have gone for several rides. Whenever InReach Mini 2 is connected Ant+ Sensors drop out. If we simply disconnect the InReach Mini 2, all sensors stay connected just fine.

Meanwhile, the Fenix 8 is dual recording with all sensors just fine. Note: Inreach Mini 2 is not connected to it. We'll do that and report back here later. For now, it would be great to get the Edge 1050 back to it's reliable operation as it was a couple of weeks ago.

It's 100% Repeatable. Connect my InReach mini 2 to the Edge 1050, Go for a ride, sensors drop out. Disconnect InReach Mini 2, sensors stay connected just fine.

If you have any other ideas, steps, comments, they are more than welcome.

Thanks!

Mike

Fenix 6 shows triangle but wont charge

4661559 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:34:22 GMT

My Fenix 6 shows the triangle but will not charge