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goTenna Mesh | Two Off-Grid SMS & GPS Devices That Pair with Any Phone | Chat, Send Texts & Location Information Without Cell Service or Wi-Fi | 24-Hour Battery (Blue/Green)

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  • NOTICE: Any products sold by third-party are not guaranteed for manufacture warranty and cannot be confirmed as holding up-to-date firmware. Protect your purchase and buy from trusted and authorized sellers only – Amazon and GoTenna.
  • SMART DEVICE: goTenna Mesh pairs to your phone and enables it to privately relay texts and GPS locations between other goTenna devices, up to 4 miles in range. ANDROID & IOS READY: Compatible with iOS or Android. Sold in pairs. Charging cables included
  • INDEPENDENT & FREE: You don’t need phone service, routers, towers or satellites to use goTenna. Power your own network, whenever and wherever you need it. Secure encryption- No central data-store so your private chats are end-to-end encrypted.
  • CHAT, TEXT & GPS: Our super-smart mesh protocol powers private 1-to-1, group chats or public emergency broadcasts to all nearby users. Plus, the free goTenna app includes detailed offline maps for any region in the world.
  • THE PERFECT OFF-GRID TOOL: goTenna Mesh is great for hiking in areas where cell service is unreliable, avoiding costly data plans while traveling internationally, and staying connected in emergency situations when cell service is down.
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goTenna Mesh | Two Off-Grid SMS & GPS Devices That Pair with Any Phone | Chat, Send Texts & Location Information Without Cell Service or Wi-Fi | 24-Hour Battery (Blue/Green)

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4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5
254 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use, quality and appearance of the outdoor recreation product. For example, they mention it's super easy to use, the app is super user friendly and the unit easily powers on. That said, opinions are mixed on performance and connectivity.

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18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

Customers like how easy it is to use the product. They say it's incredibly easy to set up, with a clear, step-by-step account creation process. They also appreciate the user-friendly app and the seamless setup process.

"...The product put her at ease, and she is even talking about potentially going camping now...." Read more

"...Seems to pair well with my iphone, and the app is easy to use. I like how you can share your location and drop pins with the app...." Read more

"...SO FRUSTRATING -- no guidance at all (they have a bunch of videos for the military versions but not for normal consumers???!?)..." Read more

"...Setting them up was a breeze the app is free to download and takes about 45 seconds to configure...." Read more

16 customers mention12 positive4 negative

Customers like the quality of the radio. They say it's a great product, better than other options out there, and useful. They also mention that it'll supplement cellular data in situations where you can't use conventional cellular.

"...All things considered, it did good. Remember those older Cordless phones at 900Mhz?..." Read more

"Great product and super light! I brought these on a quick weekend road trip to Canada with a couple friends...." Read more

"...SO FRUSTRATING. I WANT A REFUND! What a massive waste of time, money, energy and hope!..." Read more

"Good device, should get better as more buy them. Mainly useful for small groups who want short range comms that does not rely on cell coverage." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the off-grid antenna. They mention that the design is compact and sleek.

"...Everyone just needs the device. It’s pretty small and lightweight too. My girl kept saying how “cute” they are. Definitely worth the money!..." Read more

"These are so awesome! The design is compact and sleek - about the size of a small candy bar - and with an adjustable strap so that you can attach it..." Read more

"...Love the new design - it's smaller and really easy to use...." Read more

"These are neat little off-grid antennas. I hope as the community grows that I can create a mesh network in my community...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers find the map/location sharing feature of the outdoor recreation product great. They mention that it's easy to use, and they like that they can share their location and drop pins with the app. They also appreciate that the app can download offline maps, and that the GPS feature tells them where the other person is.

"...It has a GPS Feature that tells you were the other person is. That’s probably one of the best features...." Read more

"...I like how you can share your location and drop pins with the app...." Read more

"...It was great to use the map feature when we traveled on the bus into Lima or nearby towns...." Read more

"...It was also a lot of fun to send location pins from the Canadian side of Niagara Falls over to the US side-- "Where are you?" *gets location..." Read more

19 customers mention9 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the GoTenna. Some mention that it works great throughout the ship, and easy to use. They say it works perfect for talking across their property and for use at work where they have no cell. However, some customers report that the product didn't work at all, has limited functionality, and doesn't support ATAK or newer phones.

"I bought 12 packs of these (24) units and literally none work on the same hill with super tech savvy people spending hours trying to troubleshoot..." Read more

"...I bought a pair for me and my girlfriend and they worked great!..." Read more

"...(but the text message service is disabled), and I was unable to activate her goTenna device. I am going to return them." Read more

"...I think the general consensus was that the GoTenna’s worked great throughout the ship...." Read more

14 customers mention9 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the outdoor recreation product. Some mention that it's an awesome product for communication, and a fantastic way to keep in touch. However, others say that it can be difficult to connect to their GoTennas, and that messages don't go through.

"...That’s probably one of the best features. You can also Message 1on1 or group chat and it’s all private – which is awesome!..." Read more

"...It also kinda makes communication more fun than just texting, like Whatsapp - but obviously we don't need to have data coverage to use it!..." Read more

"...messages never send (ever) on the mesh network and NO TECH SUPPORT at all or useless 'community support' attempts to try to resolve bug-riddled..." Read more

"...I wasn't sure what to expect but I'm impressed. The items paired quickly to both cell phones and were able to quickly download maps...." Read more

What an amazing device!
5 Stars
What an amazing device!
This device is absolutely FANTASTIC! I bought a pair for me and my girlfriend and they worked great! We took a hike this weekend and sometimes she can fall behind a bit (short legs) But we were able to stay in communication the entire time. She gets really nervous when I push ahead because she is afraid we will lose communication. The product put her at ease, and she is even talking about potentially going camping now. The reality of the matter is this device could really be useful in an emergency or natural Disaster. I lived in Florida for some time and Hurricanes are no joke. When the powerlines and cell towers are knocked out, this could really be a way for you to connect with your family. My Folks are still down there, and I am planning to buy them a pair just in case. We are also thinking about going to Burning Man this year – Seems like it will be pretty useful out there as well. It has a GPS Feature that tells you were the other person is. That’s probably one of the best features. You can also Message 1on1 or group chat and it’s all private – which is awesome! Everyone just needs the device. It’s pretty small and lightweight too. My girl kept saying how “cute” they are. Definitely worth the money! I’d buy it again.
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Andrew Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars What an amazing device!
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2019
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This device is absolutely FANTASTIC! I bought a pair for me and my girlfriend and they worked great! We took a hike this weekend and sometimes she can fall behind a bit (short legs) But we were able to stay in communication the entire time. She gets really nervous when I push ahead because she is afraid we will lose communication. The product put her at ease, and she is even talking about potentially going camping now. The reality of the matter is this device could really be useful in an emergency or natural Disaster. I lived in Florida for some time and Hurricanes are no joke. When the powerlines and cell towers are knocked out, this could really be a way for you to connect with your family. My Folks are still down there, and I am planning to buy them a pair just in case. We are also thinking about going to Burning Man this year – Seems like it will be pretty useful out there as well. It has a GPS Feature that tells you were the other person is. That’s probably one of the best features. You can also Message 1on1 or group chat and it’s all private – which is awesome! Everyone just needs the device. It’s pretty small and lightweight too. My girl kept saying how “cute” they are. Definitely worth the money! I’d buy it again.
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Andrew Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars What an amazing device!
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2019
This device is absolutely FANTASTIC! I bought a pair for me and my girlfriend and they worked great! We took a hike this weekend and sometimes she can fall behind a bit (short legs) But we were able to stay in communication the entire time. She gets really nervous when I push ahead because she is afraid we will lose communication. The product put her at ease, and she is even talking about potentially going camping now. The reality of the matter is this device could really be useful in an emergency or natural Disaster. I lived in Florida for some time and Hurricanes are no joke. When the powerlines and cell towers are knocked out, this could really be a way for you to connect with your family. My Folks are still down there, and I am planning to buy them a pair just in case. We are also thinking about going to Burning Man this year – Seems like it will be pretty useful out there as well. It has a GPS Feature that tells you were the other person is. That’s probably one of the best features. You can also Message 1on1 or group chat and it’s all private – which is awesome! Everyone just needs the device. It’s pretty small and lightweight too. My girl kept saying how “cute” they are. Definitely worth the money! I’d buy it again.
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Steven F. Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars 2438 ft in City area According to Google Maps. (For me was good)
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2019
Verified Purchase
Bought the two pack and tried them out in an apartment complex from the 2nd floor. Worked up to about 2400 ft (according to Google maps Measure Tool) through normal buildings in a city. I wasn't expecting more so I am happy.

I will try it on a Cruise and in a mall sometime soon and update this when I have more data. Just FYI, The city here is like any other city, meaning we are surrounded by taller concrete buildings (apartment complexes, a church... things like that), the window for the receiver end was facing the direction I was walking and the apartment complex was no longer line of sight after less than 1000 feet of walking due to the taller buildings around us.

All things considered, it did good. Remember those older Cordless phones at 900Mhz? (8XX.XX Mhz for Europe) try getting out the door with those things, let alone two blocks away. All good, I am happy.

I can see this getting a LOT further with hops and a taller placement. I am not a prepper so I don't have a connected community getting ready to fight off "tha' man", but I do travel to places with no coverage or just cant be bothered to get another sim just for 4 days. This is just fine for me to communicate with my group when intentionally separated in a crowded place - Like a Mall or a site visit. Good work Gotenna!
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Boboi
4.0 out of 5 stars Great supplement for situations where you can't use conventional cellular data.
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2020
Verified Purchase
With the advent of portable wi-fi devices, its use is limited(perhaps to nature excursions and the like), but still. For keeping tabs on each other via messaging and location sharing. It works. I'm not a fan of the registering to use thing, it shifts the device away from plug-and-play status so one star off for that. Otherwise with a pair costing less than just one portable wi-fi device(not to mention you need a subscription for those) I definitely recommend this for any two persons traveling into foreign territory.
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velcrosuperstar
1.0 out of 5 stars $180 paperweights
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2021
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I bought 12 packs of these (24) units and literally none work on the same hill with super tech savvy people spending hours trying to troubleshoot them. messages never send (ever) on the mesh network and NO TECH SUPPORT at all or useless 'community support' attempts to try to resolve bug-riddled devices. SO FRUSTRATING -- no guidance at all (they have a bunch of videos for the military versions but not for normal consumers???!?) + paid for the subscription hoping it would resolve all the issues, but just wasted another $9.99 on nothing. I should have known! After replacing the units and waiting 2 months to have gotenna send them -- then all other 24 'replacement' units didn't work either! SO FRUSTRATING. I WANT A REFUND! What a massive waste of time, money, energy and hope! GOTENNA PLEASE DO SOMETHNG TO MAKE YOUR DEVICES OPERATE, if they were 20$ this might be ok but for $180, this is borderline fraud to pretend these work on ANY LEVEL. this is the first bad review i've ever left, but this product and company 100% deserves it. AVOID!!!!!!!! now i am going to try that bearclaw one, which is what I should have done in the 1st place.
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Alex Waters
5.0 out of 5 stars Cool tech and fun to use
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2018
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Awesome idea and product.

So far we've been using the goTennas just in the city testing them out, but planning to take them on a remote camping trip next month.

Seems to pair well with my iphone, and the app is easy to use. I like how you can share your location and drop pins with the app. You can request your friend's location or automatically send your location when you message. This will be super handy on skiing trips with a group of friends. It also kinda makes communication more fun than just texting, like Whatsapp - but obviously we don't need to have data coverage to use it!

The general idea of the tech sounds great, and seems like with enough of these out there connecting to each other, it can really be a communications game changer.

Looking forward to really getting some use out of them on outdoor adventures soon, and seeing what updates are to come.
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Chuck
3.0 out of 5 stars Unit easily powers on and drains battery in pocket.
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2020
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It works as intended. Battery life is great, but the button to power on is easily hit when attached to your keychain and placed in your pocket. There are so many times my unit has been accidentally turn on in my pocket and then I get “Your goTenna was disconnected” when the battery was drained.
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Graham
1.0 out of 5 stars Looked Good but location doesn't work on iPhone
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2019
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These are well made and look great. Simply to setup and use. So I was really happy until I used for real. I paired them with iPhones and set off. Unfortunately the position did not update! It sent the position and the range seemed great, but the position was the position when the app started (potentially many hours previously). After much searching and trialling I found an a bug conversation recently updated and going back to August. Basically the position does not update on iPhone, but fixing it is not a priority. I suspect on Android these are great.
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Al
3.0 out of 5 stars One pair has bad battery
Reviewed in Canada on December 2, 2018
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Ordered two pairs, tested one pair so far. The first pair I opened looked like used or refurbished. One of the devices (with blue band) has a bad battery and dies fast, goes from 100% charge to 85% in an hour without any usage (no messaging). Both devices are sitting next to each other. The blue one also refuses to connect to phone several times, and is intermittent. The one with green band looks to have an OK battery. I haven't tested the second pair yet.

It seems there's no way to contact the seller for support. Most probably will return both pairs soon.
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David C.
1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth your money
Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2021
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Not worth your money. They're not reliable. New technology. We have lots of opportunities where we could use these, and we never bring them. Says a lot about the product.

We've had them for a couple years.
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PB
1.0 out of 5 stars Waste of money
Reviewed in Canada on August 18, 2019
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Bought these several years ago. Waste of money. Doesn't reach very far.
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