Spot Tracker Gen 3 Reviews

You ll also need to purchase a coverage plan which for the spot gen3 starts at 199 99 year or 19 99 month plus a 19 99 activation fee.

Spot tracker gen 3 reviews. I ve carried a spot ii satellite gps messenger on. My history using a spot ii. New spot gen 3 left and the spot ii right the spot gen 3 is the newest device is the spot family of satellite based personal locator beacons and communication devices designed for outdoor adventurers and represents a significant improvement over the earlier spot ii in terms of usability and functionality. I recently decided to get a spot 3 for kayaking.

Honestly when they work excellent. It is supposedly ipx7 rated ie should survive 30mn at up to 1m underwater. I ve had a spot tracker first gen in the past and it worked perfectly fine for my needs. The word spot as it pertains to wilderness travel has become synonymous with emergency communications this satellite messenger is handy compact and proven in its value and limitations.

I recently decided to get a spot 3 for kayaking. Problem is when the work. By anna burleson 07 august 2018. It is supposedly ipx7 rated ie should survive 30mn at up to 1m underwater.

It is an excellent tool and a reasonable value. I took it out for a paddle this weekend put it in my life jacket s chest pocket. However competitors have closed the gaps on either side bringing greater functionality for only slightly more money on one side and bargain basement. For example the last 3 days i ve had 2 spots gen 3 with brand new li batteries miss 60 of check in and miss hours of tracking.

Spot gen3 personal tracker review. Built to easily attach to your clothing or bag with a long battery life and an sos button you don rsquo t have to worry about getting lost. All the best jess bernhard associate editor. Spot gen3 features include emergency s o s functionality motion activated tracking pre programmed messaging for check in communications and more.

We have attempted to use them for work safety check in for backcountry work. Spot gen3 review this hearty little tracker is built to last a long time and keep you safe while exploring the lesser known corners of the world. Hello all i ve attempted to use spot gen3 s for 2 years. I ve had a spot tracker first gen in the past and it worked perfectly fine for my needs.

Yes the spot gen3 should work in alaska per this map on the spot website.