I have a DeLorme Inreach that I've carried for quite a few years. After Garmin bought them out, they jumped the prices way up, adding $100 or more to the devices. I'm glad I got mine before the buyout. I only keep service for half the year. They allow you to suspend it for part of the year if you're not using it.
I also have a SPOT but haven't had service on it since I got the Inreach. It works but the Inreach is much better.

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