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Satellite Phone Comparison
Feature | Iridium 9555 | Iridium 9575 Extreme | Inmarsat IsatPhone 2 | Iridium GO! |
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Network | Iridium (L-band) | Iridium (L-band) | Inmarsat (L-band) | Iridium (L-band) |
Coverage | Global (pole-to-pole) | Global (pole-to-pole) | Near-global (excludes extreme poles) | Global (pole-to-pole) |
Primary Use | Voice calls, SMS, basic data | Voice calls, SMS, GPS, tracking, SOS, basic data | Voice calls, SMS, basic data, tracking, SOS | Wi-Fi hotspot for voice, SMS, data on smart devices |
Form Factor | Handheld satellite phone | Rugged handheld satellite phone | Rugged handheld satellite phone | Portable Wi-Fi hotspot/device charger |
Voice Calls | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (via connected smartphone/tablet app) |
SMS/Email | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (via connected smartphone/tablet app) |
GPS Tracking | Yes (some models) | Yes (built-in, with online tracking) | Yes (built-in, with tracking button) | Yes (built-in) |
SOS Button | No | Yes (programmable, SEND compliant) | Yes (assistance button) | Yes (programmable) |
Durability (IP Rating) | IP65 | IP65 (MIL-STD 810F) | IP65 (IK04) | IP65 (MIL-STD 810F) |
Battery Life (Talk) | Up to 4 hours | Up to 4 hours | Up to 8 hours | Up to 5.5 hours |
Battery Life (Standby) | Up to 30 hours | Up to 30 hours | Up to 160 hours | Up to 15.5 hours |
Display | Illuminated graphic display | Daylight-readable, illuminated display | High-contrast color screen | LCD display (shows status) |
Weight | 266g (9.4 oz) | 247g (8.7 oz) | 318g (11.2 oz) | 305g (10.8 oz) |
Key Features | Compact, rugged, reliable | Most rugged Iridium phone, GPS, tracking, SOS | Long battery life, fast network registration, robust | Turns your smartphone into a satellite communicator, multiple users |
Ideal For | General remote communication, maritime, outdoor enthusiasts | Extreme environments, adventurers, remote workers, emergency response | General remote communication, long trips, less extreme environments | Groups needing satellite connectivity for multiple devices, remote workplaces |
Important Considerations:
- **Network Coverage:** Iridium offers truly global, pole-to-pole coverage due to its low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. Inmarsat uses geostationary satellites, providing near-global coverage but with potential limitations at extreme latitudes.
- **Purpose:** The Iridium 9555, 9575, and IsatPhone 2 are primarily satellite phones for direct voice communication. The Iridium GO! is a hotspot device that allows your existing smartphone or tablet to connect to the satellite network for calls, messaging, and basic data.
- **Durability:** All models are built to be rugged, but the Iridium 9575 Extreme and Iridium GO! have military-grade durability (MIL-STD 810F).
- **Features:** The Iridium 9575 Extreme and IsatPhone 2 include dedicated SOS/assistance buttons and GPS tracking, which are crucial for safety in remote areas. The Iridium GO! excels at providing connectivity to multiple devices simultaneously.
- **Battery Life:** The IsatPhone 2 boasts significantly longer talk and standby times compared to the Iridium phones.
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