Inmarsat IsatPhone 2
A robust, long-battery handset for Inmarsat voice — near-global coverage at a sensible price. SIM pre-installed before dispatch.
Prices, stock and checkout live in the shop — this page is the full briefing first.
Clear voice and a battery that keeps up.
The IsatPhone 2 is Inmarsat's ruggedised handset — clear voice from geostationary satellites, an 8-hour talk battery, and a GPS assistance button that sends your location to a pre-set number. Coverage spans the world's landmasses except the polar regions. Every unit we sell leaves London with its SIM fitted and registered: power on outdoors and make your first call.
Built for hard use
Dust, splash and shock resistant to IP65 and IK04, operating down to −20 °C, with a scratch-resistant display readable in bright sunlight.
Assistance button and tracking
A GPS assistance button sends your location to a pre-set emergency number, with position tracking built in.
Long battery, easy handling
Up to 8 hours of talk and 160 hours of standby, incoming call alerts with the antenna stowed, and Bluetooth for hands-free use.
Landmass coverage worldwide, except the poles.
Inmarsat serves the IsatPhone 2 from three geostationary I-4 satellites, each covering a third of the globe — Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific. Coverage spans the world’s landmasses and oceans between the high latitudes; there is no service in the polar regions, and signal elevation falls the further north or south you travel.
Alphasat coverage in the EMEA region prioritises the area north of 44°S — service may degrade south of that latitude. Inmarsat services are no longer available in India. Some countries restrict possession or use of satellite equipment — check with the destination's embassy before you travel.
- AMERICAS · 98°W
- EMEA · 25°E
- ASIA-PACIFIC · 143.5°E
Specifications
INMARSAT ISATPHONE 2 · MANUFACTURER FIGURESVoicemail, text and email messagingBluetooth for hands-free useIncoming call alerts with antenna stowedNetwork registration in under 45 seconds
In the box
Choose your pack
The pack is a complete, ready-to-use kit. Current prices, stock and checkout live in the shop — the tile takes you straight to the right product.
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Two ways to run it
Every IsatPhone needs a SIM and a plan. Prepaid units suit occasional trips; monthly plans suit regular use. Current prices for both are below — checkout happens in the shop.
Already have an IsatPhone?
You don't need to buy anything on this page. Go straight to the airtime that fits — or call and we'll size a plan for your trip.
Prepaid units
Buy a block of units up front — no contract, no monthly bill. Vouchers from 100 to 5,000 units with validity from 90 days to a year. Recharge any time to extend.
- Best for expeditions and seasonal use
- 66 to 3,333-minute vouchers
- SIM included with your first voucher
Monthly plans
A rolling line rental with inclusive minutes each month — four tiers from 10 up to 550 minutes, 12-month minimum term. Billed in US dollars, converted at the prevailing rate.
- Best for year-round contingency and regular use
- Four tiers: Explorer, Traveller, Executive, Corporate
- Voicemail and itemised billing included
Prepaid voucher prices
GBP · UPDATED DAILY| PLAN | VALIDITY | EX VAT | INC VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLOBAL — ALL INMARSAT COVERAGE | |||
| 100 units · 66 minutes | 90 days | £124.11 | £148.93 |
| 250 units · 166 minutes | 180 days | £242.09 | £290.51 |
| 500 units · 333 minutes | 365 days | £430.58 | £516.70 |
| 1000 units · 666 minutes | 365 days | £733.57 | £880.28 |
| 2500 units · 1666 minutes | 365 days | £1,616.32 | £1,939.58 |
| 5000 units · 3333 minutes | 365 days | £3,958.61 | £4,750.33 |
Monthly plan tariff
USD · EX VAT · 12-MONTH MIN TERM| PER MONTH | EXPLORER | TRAVELLER | EXECUTIVE | CORPORATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Line rental / month | US$74.95 | US$125 | US$245 | US$570 |
| Inclusive minutes | 10 | 65 | 200 | 550 |
| Extra calls to landlines / min | US$1.00 | US$0.95 | US$0.95 | US$0.90 |
| Extra calls to mobiles / min | US$1.20 | US$1.15 | US$1.15 | US$1.10 |
12-month minimum term · US$50 activation · SMS US$0.45 · voicemail and itemised billing included · US$5 / month Direct Debit discount included · no service in India. Billed in US dollars ex VAT, converted to sterling at the prevailing rate at billing.
Docks, chargers, holsters and cases
Everything that fits the IsatPhone 2 — vehicle and marine docks, spare batteries, chargers, holsters and protective cases — lives in one shop category.
Independent
We sell every network and recommend the one that fits your trip — not the one that pays us most.
UK aftercare
Top-ups, plan changes and faults handled by the same team that sold you the equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the IsatPhone 2 work?
Across the world’s landmasses and oceans between the high latitudes, served by three Inmarsat geostationary I-4 satellites. There is no service in the polar regions, and signal elevation falls the further north or south you travel. Inmarsat services are no longer available in India, and some countries restrict possession or use of satellite equipment.
Does a satellite phone work indoors?
Not reliably. A satellite phone needs a direct line of sight from its antenna to the satellite, so it will not work inside buildings or vehicles unless used with an external antenna. Trees, hills and tall buildings can also block the signal: step outside into a clear view of the sky before making a call.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 8 hours of talk time and up to 160 hours on standby (manufacturer figures).
Can I have a UK phone number on it?
Yes, on one of our UK plans, which are available with the IsatPhone 2. Every UK plan includes a UK number for incoming calls, and incoming calls are free.
What is in the box?
The Standard Pack contains the handset with its SIM fitted, registered and tested before dispatch; a standard battery; a mains charger with a universal plug kit; a car charger and micro-USB cable; and a holster and wrist strap.
Can I rent one instead?
Yes. We rent the IsatPhone 2, with a minimum charge of 7 days. If you only need a satellite phone for a single trip, rental almost always beats buying.