The ZOLEO satellite messenger is one of the latest devices to hit the market. It’s lightweight, compact, and has the best two-way messaging features of any satellite communicator, from my experience.
Features
- Two-Way Messaging
- Location Share+ and Tracking
- S.O.S.
- Dark Sky Weather Forecasts
- Topo Maps
- Global Pole to Pole Satellite Coverage
- Uses Wifi, Cell Service then Satellite Service
Two-Way Messaging
The most powerful feature of the ZOLEO satellite messenger is it’s ability to communicate efficiently. This satellite communicator will attempt to use wifi first, followed by your cell service and lastly satellite service. It seeks to use the least expensive method of communication.
In my opinion, this is the best and most powerful feature of the ZOLEO satellite communicator. If seamless messaging is a top priority for you, then this is your satellite messenger.
- 🌎ZOLEO GLOBAL TWO-WAY SATELLITE COMMUNICATOR: Rugged, GPS location-aware and Iridium satellite based, the ZOLEO device links with the free ZOLEO app on your smartphone to keep you connected when outside cell coverage. Monthly subscription required: $20, $35 or $50 (25, 250 or unlimited satellite messages) with unlimited check-in, SOS, cell and Wi-Fi messages included. After the initial 3-month commitment, suspend for just $4/mo. Plans available in USA, Canada, Australia, EU but work globally.
- ✉️GLOBAL MESSAGING AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE: ZOLEO extends your messaging coverage to everywhere on earth transmitting over the lowest cost network available (satellite, cellular or Wi-Fi). ZOLEO offers a familiar text messaging experience to and from any SMS text number, email address or another ZOLEO app user. By taking advantage of cellular or Wi-Fi when available and the Iridium network (a truly global satellite network) when it isn’t, ZOLEO offers seamless coverage wherever you go!
- 📲DEDICATED SMS PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL ADDRESS: Your assigned ZOLEO SMS number and email address allows your contacts to initiate messaging with you, as opposed to them waiting to receive a message from you to which they can reply.
- 🆘EMERGENCY ALERTING & MORE: If something goes wrong, declaring an SOS ensures your SOS alert and GPS coordinates are sent to the expert 24/7 emergency monitoring service. Other safety features include check-in to let others know you’re OK (using built-in device button or the ZOLEO app) and the ability to add your GPS coordinates to any message. Location Share+ (add-on at $6/mo) allows for automatic location sharing at a selected interval including a breadcrumb trail viewable in a map.
- 💪BUILT TO LAST: Long-lasting, Lithium-ion battery lasts 200+ hours/8 days of battery life when checking messages every 12 minutes. Lightweight (150 g) and compact (9.1 x 6.6 x 2.7 cm).Rugged with MIL-STD 810G shock-resistance and superior dust- and water-resistance (IP68). Micro-USB Type B power input with a charging time of 2 hours. Operates in temperatures between -20°C to 55°C.
- 🛰️ CONFIGURABLE MESSAGE CHECK INTERVAL: You can control how often ZOLEO checks the Iridium satellite network for new messages. Choose a shorter interval for a better messaging experience or a longer interval to extend battery life of the device.
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Location Share+ and Tracking
This is another great feature of the ZOLEO satellite messenger. The Location Share+ feature will allow you and your contacts to see where you are on your adventure. See some examples below.
The Location Share+ is easy to access and convenient for your family and friends to use.
SOS and Other Features
You can see from the image above that the SOS button is easy to access, plus you can select the tracking button from the device itself, instead of from the ZOLEO app.
You may not be interested in the incredible 2-way message capabilities of the ZOLEO satellite messenger, but having it for the SOS life saving service is worth every penny.
Dark Sky Weather Forecasts
The Dark Sky weather forecasts is at the bottom center of the screen on the ZOLEO app. The weather forecast is delivered quickly and gives you a lot of great information at your fingertips.
Most of the time I don’t need a forecast as I typically go on day hikes, but there are times I’m thankful to have it.
Topo Maps
There is no icon to access the topo maps but you can access them through the Location Share+ message. It may not be convenient or intuitive on how to get there but the maps are excellent and offer a lot of information.
I would like to see ZOLEO add a map icon at the bottom of the app, next to the messaging and forecast, however, there is a quick work around to get to the maps.
Global Pole to Pole Satellite Coverage
ZOLEO uses the Iridium Satellite Network to provide global pole to pole satellite coverage anywhere in the world.
Not all satellite messengers offer global satellite coverage, but not so with ZOLEO. It’s assuring to know you don’t have to check your satellite coverage before you leave for your next adventure.
Final Thoughts
The ZOLEO is lightweight and compact and offers a wide range of features, with the best one being the seamless mobile coverage from wifi to cell service to satellite service.
If two-way communication is your top priority, then the ZOLEO satellite communicator is the one for you.
- 🌎ZOLEO GLOBAL TWO-WAY SATELLITE COMMUNICATOR: Rugged, GPS location-aware and Iridium satellite based, the ZOLEO device links with the free ZOLEO app on your smartphone to keep you connected when outside cell coverage. Monthly subscription required: $20, $35 or $50 (25, 250 or unlimited satellite messages) with unlimited check-in, SOS, cell and Wi-Fi messages included. After the initial 3-month commitment, suspend for just $4/mo. Plans available in USA, Canada, Australia, EU but work globally.
- ✉️GLOBAL MESSAGING AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE: ZOLEO extends your messaging coverage to everywhere on earth transmitting over the lowest cost network available (satellite, cellular or Wi-Fi). ZOLEO offers a familiar text messaging experience to and from any SMS text number, email address or another ZOLEO app user. By taking advantage of cellular or Wi-Fi when available and the Iridium network (a truly global satellite network) when it isn’t, ZOLEO offers seamless coverage wherever you go!
- 📲DEDICATED SMS PHONE NUMBER & EMAIL ADDRESS: Your assigned ZOLEO SMS number and email address allows your contacts to initiate messaging with you, as opposed to them waiting to receive a message from you to which they can reply.
- 🆘EMERGENCY ALERTING & MORE: If something goes wrong, declaring an SOS ensures your SOS alert and GPS coordinates are sent to the expert 24/7 emergency monitoring service. Other safety features include check-in to let others know you’re OK (using built-in device button or the ZOLEO app) and the ability to add your GPS coordinates to any message. Location Share+ (add-on at $6/mo) allows for automatic location sharing at a selected interval including a breadcrumb trail viewable in a map.
- 💪BUILT TO LAST: Long-lasting, Lithium-ion battery lasts 200+ hours/8 days of battery life when checking messages every 12 minutes. Lightweight (150 g) and compact (9.1 x 6.6 x 2.7 cm).Rugged with MIL-STD 810G shock-resistance and superior dust- and water-resistance (IP68). Micro-USB Type B power input with a charging time of 2 hours. Operates in temperatures between -20°C to 55°C.
- 🛰️ CONFIGURABLE MESSAGE CHECK INTERVAL: You can control how often ZOLEO checks the Iridium satellite network for new messages. Choose a shorter interval for a better messaging experience or a longer interval to extend battery life of the device.
This product was presentation was made with AAWP plugin.
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ZOLEO Satellite Messenger
Pros
- Global Satellite Network
- Compact & Lightweight
- Easy Access
- Best two-way messaging
- Topo Maps
Cons
- Must be Synced with Smartphone
- Topo Map Access Not Intuitive