>>2848639Garmin sat messenger subscription only worth it if you use a lot. I thought about getting one for emergency use but it is better to get a PLB like Ocean signal rescueME PLB1 because it doesn't need subscription. But it is only good for last resort and you can communicate just indicate that you are fucked and need help.
If you want a dedicated GPS device for out I don't think you have much option beside Garmin. The cheapest one you can get is the eTrex series. GPSMap series are more expensive but have more feature. The highest category is the Montana series but I'm not fan of touch screens.
If you want the cheapest go for eTrex32x. It has altimeter and compass but not Bluetooth. If you need wireles comms, better antenna GPSMap 65s is the way. I recommend device with AA battery not integrated one. Attached a lazy AI comparison table.
>>2848666GPSMap66st handheld. I use it for every kind of activity.
