This SPOT X is nearly new. Used only for one season and only taken out in a backpack five or six times. It is in perfect condition and works great. Ended up not having much use for one so decided to let it go. It works great to contact/text family members letting them know where and when to expect you. Let me know if you have any questions and I will try my best to answer them. You will need a SPOT X subscription to use this. Same as the Garmin.