Thuraya XT Lite

Thuraya XT Lite

The Thuraya XT-LITE is a reliable, cost-effective satellite phone designed for users who need secure voice communication and SMS capabilities in remote areas. It works in over 160 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

It is ideal for people prioritizing voice and text communication over advanced data services.

Key Limitations

  • ❌ No fax support

  • ❌ No data (GmPRS) services

  • ❌ GPS position cannot be sent to email, only to a phone number

  • ❌ Not compatible with Docker FDU-XT

  • ❌ Volume is lower than XT-PRO

Core Features

  • Voice calls and SMS (satellite mode)

  • GPS navigation & waypoints

    • Can create/manage waypoints

    • Shows distance & direction to waypoints

    • Coordinates can be sent via SMS to other phones

  • Basic utilities:

    • Address book, alarms, calculator, calendar, call logs, contact groups, speed dialing, stopwatch, world time

  • Conference calls

Use Case

Best for:

  • Adventurers, hikers, sailors, or professionals operating in remote locations

  • Users who prioritize voice communication over data services

  • People who need a budget-friendly satellite phone

Not ideal for:

  • Those needing internet/data connectivity

  • Users who rely on GPS emailing or advanced navigation integration

  • People who need high-volume audio or fax capabilities