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Zoleo vs Garmin
I’ve used Zoleo for 3 years now on backcountry trips. It’s easy to use and keep in contact with loved ones. My brother has a Garmin Mini and Zoleo out preforms the Garmin on every trip both in speed of messages coming in and out and overall service. The 1000 characters is also a big deal when sending detailed messages to others with the Zoleo app. If you are choosing between the two devices go with Zoleo….You won’t be disappointed.Show lessKmontana101
Works as intended but
Works fine, not sure why others have issues but the app and the device have to be kept up to date or there will be issues. One improvement would be to have Apple Watch support.Quackman2
Clunky app, poor service
I’ve had the device for 3 years and I still find the app hard to use and non intuitive. It took an inordinate amount of time to set up additional check in and location sharing users. Account changes are allowed on web page only and synchronization to app takes a long time. While the rating is not for the device I also have to say service is less than stellar. Messages are often delayed even with good satellite coverage, and most frustrating is when auto location sharing stops for hours only to update in a batch. Does zoleo understand this is a critical service? The app and device firmware need a thorough revamping. Nothing has changed in a while and it smells like abandonware.Show lessMirocal
Avoid this...
The requirement to have this poorly coded software in between you and the Zoleo device renders this a poor choice.
After the first setup, it just wiped all data, disconnected from my device, and now I am unable to even use this as anything besides a paperweight.
Go elsewhere if you're looking for reliable emergency rescue equipment because you'll be really upset, or worse, when the required software fails to work as advertised.Show lessXtern01369
Good device, too many annoying emails
The app works fine, the constant emails are annoying. I don't want to unsubscribe just in case there’s some type of urgent operational alert issued. I’ve only had the device one month but if the annoying emails continue, I’ll unsubscribe.Darker Starr
Worked great
This app and device worked as advertised. I was able to run my business from the Colorado wilderness while on a hunting trip. We lost cell service as soon as we hiked into the wilderness, but I was still able to get texts in and out through the ZOLEO device. The battery lasted a long time, and I re-charged it with a battery backup that I brought since we were out for 5 days and I was using the device a lot. I would definitely use this device again. My girlfriend was able to track me with the location share in case something happened in the wilderness.Show lesslsufan88
Location share is not functional
DO NOT PURCHASE, YOU ARE WASTING YOUR MONEY. Adding a contact to your Check-In contacts doesn’t work. You have to call them and make them add the contact manually (and you wouldn’t know it’s not working unless you check with the person you want to check in with). The location share functionality (the main selling point of this app) is not a part of the app in its current version. Screenshots from this page are not what you get when you download. The entire SOS page is missing.Show lessMeriel vS
Excellent
I’ve used my Zoleo on a bunch of remote trips over the last 2 years.
Each night at camp I send out ‘I’m OK’ messages to my contacts. I’m impressed by the Zoleo’s ability to communicate while I’m in deep canyons on whitewater rafting trips. Zoleo’s and other InReach capable devices are becoming the standard for satellite communicators for rafters. They are much cheaper than satellite phones and are very effective.
I also check the weather each night. The forecasts have allowed us to alter our trips and improve them.
I solo day hike, backpack, and go off-roading. I take the Zoleo with me and I’m confident that I can get help if need. I send out occasional ‘I’m OK’ messages at interesting spots like mountain peaks or in canyons to test the Zoleo’s ability to communicate.
Fortunately I have not used the inReach emergency services.
I like being able to switch between plans during the year. I switch to the least expensive plan in the winter when I’m not exploring much. I use the mid-plan in the summer when I’m out in remote areas a lot.Show lessSunken diver
Difficulty Logging In
Latest app update 5.1.1 broke my login, REQUIRING that I be on cellular/WiFi to receive a confirmation code. It did not recognize my phone number, even though it was correct and eventually worked. Not until I deleted the app and reinstalled it, also REQUIRING cellular/WiFi, did it allow me to login. Something to keep in mind if you rely on your ZOLEO in remote areas. For the developers… do you think maybe your approach is putting people at unnecessary risk?Show lessattikigr
Great Device and Application
Works as intended. Only wish is that you could view this app in landscape on iPad. Not very helpful when all other apps I use in overlanding work in landscape mode EXCEPT the Zoleo App. Please fix this issue😉amarquez888
