SPOT
SPOT X
$199.99
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SPOT X vs ACR Bivy Stick
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. ACR Bivy Stick is cheaper at $199.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
ACR Electronics
ACR Bivy Stick
$199.95Cheaper
Which is better: the SPOT X or ACR Bivy Stick?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The ACR Bivy Stick is the cheaper at $199.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | SPOT X | ACR Bivy Stick |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $199.99 | $199.95 |
| Brand | SPOT | ACR Electronics |
| Released | — | — |
| Network | Globalstar | Iridium |
| Two way messaging | Yes | Yes |
| Standalone display | Yes | No |
| Physical keyboard | Yes | No |
| Weather forecast | No | Yes |
| Battery life hrs | 240 | 120 |
| Battery type | rechargeable-lithium | rechargeable-lithium |
| Waterproof rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Weight grams | 198 | — |
| Dimensions (mm) | 166 x 74 x 25 | 113.5 x 47 x 21.1 |
Sources — SPOT X: findmespot.com (verified 2026-07-13). ACR Bivy Stick: bivystick.com (verified 2026-07-13).
What's the difference between the SPOT X and ACR Bivy Stick?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (7 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Network: SPOT X Globalstar vs ACR Bivy Stick Iridium
- Standalone display: SPOT X true vs ACR Bivy Stick false
- Physical keyboard: SPOT X true vs ACR Bivy Stick false
- Weather forecast: SPOT X false vs ACR Bivy Stick true
- Battery life hrs: SPOT X 240 vs ACR Bivy Stick 120
- Waterproof rating: SPOT X IP67 vs ACR Bivy Stick IPX7
- Dimensions (mm): SPOT X 166 x 74 x 25 vs ACR Bivy Stick 113.5 x 47 x 21.1