Iridium GO! and Iridium GO! exec are both satellite communication devices, but they are designed for different use cases. The comparison below explains the key differences so customers can choose the device that best fits their needs.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Iridium GO! | Iridium GO! exec |
|---|---|---|
| Device interface | Requires a connected smart device for most functions | Touchscreen with built-in microphone and speaker |
| On-device calling | Not supported | Supported directly on the device |
| Voice quality | Standard quality | High-quality voice |
| Number of voice lines | One | Two |
| Voice and data at the same time | Not supported | Supported |
| SIM type | Standard Iridium SIM, cross-compatible with phones | Certus-100 SIM tied to device IMEI |
| SMS support | Supported via mobile app | Not supported |
| Messaging method | SMS | Iridium Chat (IMT) and data-based apps |
| Supported chat apps | SMS only | WhatsApp, iMessage, Signal, Messenger, Slack, Teams (via data) |
| Data speed | Approximately 2.4 kbps | Up to ~88 kbps down and ~22 kbps up |
| Web browsing | Not supported | Limited low-bandwidth browsing |
| Typical data transfer | Very limited | Approximately 1.5 minutes per 1 MB |
| GPS tracking | Supported via mobile app | GPS used during SOS, no built-in tracking |
| SOS button | Physical SOS button | Physical SOS button |
| Wi-Fi connectivity | Supported | Supported |
| Ethernet connectivity | Not supported | Supported |
| Internet control | Not available | Internet Connection Manager |
| Simultaneous use | One function at a time | Multiple functions at the same time |
| Wi-Fi security | Wi-Fi password not enabled by default | Wi-Fi password enabled by default |
| Typical use case | Basic voice, SMS and tracking | Voice, data, apps, marine and professional use |
Key differences explained
Iridium GO! is designed for users who need basic satellite voice, SMS messaging, and tracking while relying on a connected smartphone. It supports one voice line and cannot use voice and data at the same time.
Iridium GO! exec is designed for users who need higher-quality voice calls, limited data access, and compatibility with modern messaging and email apps. It supports two voice lines, allows voice and data simultaneously, and can be used directly on the device without a smartphone.
Choosing the right device
Choose Iridium GO! if you need basic satellite voice and SMS with minimal data usage and plan to operate primarily through a mobile device.
Choose Iridium GO! exec if you need higher voice quality, limited internet access, messaging through apps, and the ability to operate directly from the device for marine, offshore, or professional use.
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