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We are not tied to one manufacturer
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We can offer impartial advice based on your expedition locations
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All trackers use satellites to determine their location
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How they transmit their location is where they differ:
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Some transmit via mobile networks
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Others transmit via satelliteā
"If your expeditions are mainly in the UK, in areas such as the national parks; Dartmoor, Exmoor, the Lakes or Peaks then our best-in-class LTE trackers will almost always give you the most reliable performance and cost the least to hire or purchase.
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If your expeditions are exclusively in the most remote parts the Scottish Highlands, in the valleys of Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog), valleys of Snowdonia (Eyri), valleys of Borrowdale/Seathwaite, then Zoleo or SPOT trackers may better suited.
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For remote overseas expeditions, very UK remote locations, or where you need two-way SMS as well as 100% global coverage, then choose Zoleo or inReach
LTE Trackers
Best for UK Expeditions
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Transmits using ALL mobile networks
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Uses multiple bands (LTE: CatM1-IoT, 2G). They work even in places where your mobile phone may not.
Lightweight; 90 grams
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Location update every 2 minutes
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6-day battery life - USB-C rechargable
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£15 to hire for a 3-day expedition
Purchase option
Tracker cost - £125.00
Subscription - £9.50 per month used (PAYG)
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SPOT Trackers
Best for remote parts of Scotland and Wales
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Transmit via line of sight satellite
(forest/tree canopy will limit performance)
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150 grams
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Location update every 5 minutes
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4 x AAA batteries (1-2 weeks life)
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£25 to hire for a 3-day expedition
Purchase option
Tracker cost - £125.00
Subscription - £20.50 per month
(Activation and flex fees may apply)
Best for very remote or global Expeditions
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Transmit via satellite (Iridium network)
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100% global coverage
100 grams - 220 grams
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Location update every 6 - 10 minutes
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2-way SMS (inReach)
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Maps & navigation (inReach Explorer+, 66i)
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Weather/marine updates (cost per message)
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2 to 14 day battery (recharges via USB)
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£40/£45 to hire for a one week
Purchase option
Tracker cost - £150.00 - £550.00
Subscription - £22.5 - £40 per month
(Activation and flex fees may apply)
We took all four models out for a 11 mile hike in mixed terrain. We created this in-depth comparison. See how they each performed.
*Update frequency shown is based on the standard tariffs for each model
Iridium and SPOT can update as quickly (SPOT 2.5 mins, Iridium 2 mins) for additional premium cost. GSM can update as quickly as once every 10 seconds for additional cost. SPOT highly recommends that you use only non-rechargeable Energizer™ Ultimate 4 x L92 AAA Lithium Batteries, or NH12 batteries, to achieve reliable performance.