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Satellite Communicator Device  ZOLEOSpot X™
Supported NetworksIridium®Globalstar
Coverage100% global (incl. oceans, airways)Most land masses
Requires Airtime SubscriptionYesYes
Dimensions3.6 x 2.6 x 1.06 inches (9.1 x 6.6 x 2.7 cm)6.54 x 2.9 x 0.94 inches (16.6 x 7.4 x 2.4 cm)
Weight5.3 oz (150.3 g)7 oz (198.4 g)
Dedicated SMS Number ProvidedYesYes
Two-way MessagingYes, via the mobile app (900+ characters)Yes, via the device or mobile app
SOS alerting with 24/7 MonitoringYesYes
Progressive SOS alertingYes, with ongoing updates via the mobile appNo
Medical Assist, 24/7 access to non-emergency medical adviceYesNo
Weather ForecastsYes, for any location via the mobile appNo
Share Location and Track PointsYes, via device or mobile appYes, via device or mobile app
Dust and Water ResistantYes, IP68 (superior water-resistance)Yes, IP67
Battery Life200+ hrs. (checking messages every 12 mins.)10 days (at 10 min. tracking intervals)
Built-in SOS ButtonYesYes
Built-in Check-in ButtonYesYes
LED IndicatorsYesYes
Configurable message check intervalYesYes
Supports Device SharingYesNo
Built-in Display & KeyboardNoYes
Built-in CompassNoYes