If you prefer to see the device or need immediate pickup, major marine supply chains and specialty safety stores carry them.
: Sites like West Marine and The GPS Store often have physical locations with stock for immediate purchase.
: Once purchased, you register your EPIRB with your national authority (such as NOAA in the US) for free. This links the device's unique ID to your vessel and emergency contact info. AIS Integration : Newer models like the ACR GlobalFix V5 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
: This compact unit is offered by OSAT , Freeport Marine Supply, and West Marine . Ocean Signal Rescueme EPIRB2 Pro Cat I $779.95$860 Hodges Marine& more Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
Expert reviews and merchant data highlight these top-rated models based on features like for smartphone diagnostics and RLS (Return Link Service) , which provides a blue light confirmation once your distress signal is received. ACR GlobalFix V6 EPIRB Hamilton Marine& more Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
: Manual release; you must manually remove it from its bracket and activate it (though most will also activate upon water contact). Mandatory Registration
When choosing your beacon, consider these technical categories and requirements: :
