Specifications
Screen Size39 millimetersTouch ScreenNoOperating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesBuilt-in Storage1 gigabytes
Key Specs
Screen Size39 millimetersTouch ScreenNoOperating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesBuilt-in Storage1 gigabytesGlobal PositioningGPS, Galileo, GLONASSMetrics MeasuredActivity vs. inactivity, Altitude changes, Cadence, Calories burned, Cycling speed, Distance swam, Duration of exercise, Duration of sleep stages, Hours slept, Pace, Resting heart rate, Steps taken, VO2 MaxProtective QualitiesWater resistant, Shock resistantMaximum Depth of Water Resistance328 feetBand MaterialSiliconeSeriesInstinct 2X Solar
General
Product NameInstinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced PolymerBrandGarminProduct TypeSmartwatch, Activity trackerForm FactorWristwatchModel FamilyGarmin Instinct 2X SolarModel Number010-02805-12SeriesInstinct 2X SolarYear of Release2023ColorTanColor CategoryTan
Design
Case Size50mmBand ColorCoyote TanClasp TypeBuckleRotating BezelNo
Display
Display ScreenYesScreen Size39 millimetersTouch ScreenNoDisplay TypeMIP LCD, DigitalColor DisplayNoClock DisplayYesBacklit DisplayYesAdjustable BrightnessYesCustomizable Watch FacesYesScreen MaterialPower Glass
Compatibility
Operating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesVoice Assistant Built-inNot Applicable
Connectivity
Data Plan RequiredNoInternal CarrierNot ApplicableWireless ConnectivityBluetooth
Features
Built-in Storage1 gigabytesGPS EnabledYesGlobal PositioningGPS, Galileo, GLONASSAlert TypeAudible, Vibration, VisualMobile Payment Service SupportedGarmin PayMusic PlayerNoSilent AlarmYesBuilt-In MicrophoneNoVoice ActivatedNo
Activity
Metrics MeasuredActivity vs. inactivity, Altitude changes, Cadence, Calories burned, Cycling speed, Distance swam, Duration of exercise, Duration of sleep stages, Hours slept, Pace, Resting heart rate, Steps taken, VO2 MaxMulti-Sport TrackingYesSensorsBarometer, Altimeter, Compass, Gyro sensor, Accelerometer, Pulse oximeter (Sp02) sensorMedical Incident NotificationContact call, Contact textMedical Incidents DetectedFall
Performance
Protective QualitiesWater resistant, Shock resistantMaximum Depth of Water Resistance328 feetMaximum Height of Shock Resistance4 feetMinimum Operating Temperature-4 degrees fahrenheitMaximum Operating Temperature140 degrees fahrenheit
Dimensions
Product Height1.96 inchesProduct Width1.96 inchesProduct Depth0.57 inchesProduct Weight2.36 ouncesMinimum Wrist Size144 millimetersMaximum Wrist Size227 millimetersSizeAdjustableBand SizeAdjustable
Power
RechargeableYesBattery Strength IndicatorYesCharging Time120 minutesCharging Interface(s)Solar, USB-CBattery TypeLithium-ion
Material
Band MaterialSiliconeCase MaterialFiber-Reinforced PolymerCase Back MaterialFiber-Reinforced Polymer
Camera
Integrated CameraNo
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year limitedManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year limited
Other
UPC753759319403
Why just carry out the mission? Own it with Instinct 2X Solar – Tactical Edition. This bold, rugged GPS smartwatch is built to U.S. military standard (MIL-STD-810), water-rated to 10 ATM and features solar charging for unlimited battery life in smartwatch mode when exposed to 3 hours of direct sunlight (50,000 lux) per day. Dedicated tactical features, such as night vision goggle compatibility, waypoint projection and dual-position GPS format, keep you mission-ready. Stealth mode lets you go dark by disabling wireless communication and data sharing. Count on multi-band signal reception technology to provide more accurate positioning, and multi-GNSS support to provide more reliable service in challenging environments. Stay ready for anything with all-day health monitoring for energy levels, stress, sleep, Pulse Ox, heart rate and more (this is not a medical device, and data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked. Pulse Ox not available in all countries).
Engineered for Endurance
This ultratough watch features a solar charged display and rugged 50 mm polymer case. It’s water-rated to 100 meters and tested to U.S. military 810 standards for thermal, shock and water resistance.
Get more battery out of life
Go longer than ever with solar charging with unlimited battery life in smartwatch mode. Plus, power manager lets you extend battery life by controlling what settings and sensors draw power.
Designed to do you
With a design built for action and the features to support your high-energy lifestyle, this watch is always ready for adventure. Plus, its bold styling clearly shows the world that you do things your own way.
Solar powered
Solar charging Power Glass lens extends battery life, producing 50% more energy than the Instinct 2X Solar watch. Go longer with the potential for unlimited solar charged battery life in smartwatch mode.
Built-in flashlight
To help guide your way in low-light conditions, a built-in multi-LED flashlight provides variable intensities and strobe that matches your running cadence — plus a green light mode to help keep an eye on your immediate surroundings while operating at night.
Multi-band frequency support
Receive and utilize multiple frequencies sent by navigation satellites, which enable improved user position accuracy specifically in areas where GNSS signals are reflected, weak or typically do not penetrate.
ABC Sensors
Navigate your next trail with ABC sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and 3-axis electronic compass.
Trackback routing
Take the guesswork out of your return journey by using this feature to navigate the same route back to your starting point.
Refrence point
Keep track of a known place — such as your car or the trailhead — relative to your location, and easily find your way back to it.
Smart notifications
Receive emails, texts and alerts right on your watch when paired with your compatible smartphone.
Garmin Pay contactless paymets
Breeze through checkout lines and select transit systems with Garmin Pay contactless payments through participating providers.
Built-in sports apps
Do whatever you love with preloaded activity profiles for running, cycling, swimming, strength training, indoor climbing, skiing, snowboarding, golf, yoga, Pilates and more.
HIIT workouts
This activity profile tracks your HIIT workouts, including AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata and custom. Set the number of rounds, work/rest intervals and more.
Daily suggested workout
View your entire week of daily suggested workouts, which adapt after every run or ride to match your performance and recovery as well as the races coming up in your Garmin Connect smartphone app calendar.
Sleep score and monitoring
Get a full breakdown of your light, deep and REM sleep stages. View it all on a dedicated widget that includes your sleep score and insights.
Night vision compatibility
Switch between daytime view and nighttime view with a screen designed to be read by night vision goggles.
Stealth mode
Go dark by enabling stealth mode to stop storing and sharing your GPS position and disable wireless connectivity and communication.
Dual-position format
Easily sync your location with others by seeing both the universal transverse mercator and military grid reference system on the same screen.
Ballistics calculator
Unlock the Applied Ballistics calculator via the AB Synapse – Garmin app (unlock fee required) to access aiming solutions for long-range shooting in the field.
Kill switch
If security becomes an issue, the kill switch wipes the device of all user memory.
Jumpmaster mode
Calculate high-altitude release points according to military guidelines while navigating to your objective once you’ve jumped.
Tactical activity
See time, pace, time of day, elevation and your location in both coordinate types.
What's Included
Instinct 2X Solar
USB-C charging/data cable
Manual
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 31 reviews
4.8Rating by feature
- 4.9Battery Life
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- 4.9Durability
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- 4.8Comfort
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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Customers are saying
Customers recognize the Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition Smartwatch for its exceptional battery life, with some users reporting weeks of usage on a single charge. The watch's durability is also highly regarded, with users appreciating its rugged design and ability to withstand tough conditions.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Rugged Watch
I've had this watch for about a month now and could not be happier. I've come from multiple Samsung smart watches that all fell short when it came to workout and activity tracking. I've always been a fan of Casio G-Shock watches due to their durability and ruggedness. This watch combines the ruggedness and some smart watch features in one. I get all the Garmin features and smartwatch features. I get all my notifications on this watch. The battery life is amazing as well. I get almost a month of charge on this watch. Only downside is that I can't generate text messages from the watch. There is a quick reply feature but I can't generate one. All in all this watch has everything I need.
This review is from Garmin - Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black
Posted by Eddie
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Garmin Instinct 2x Tactical Review
The Garmin Instinct 2x tactical is an all around good watch with lots of great features and exceptional battery life. In spite of this, I believe it is a bit too costly for what the watch it includes. I returned this watch after a few days of wearing it because other watches possess the same health features for a fraction of the price. Despite this, the instinct 2x is an outdoorsman watch. The features it does possess are exceptional. However, I believe it needs to shave off an additional $100-150 to be worth purchasing for people who go outdoors maybe every other week.
This review is from Garmin - Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black
Posted by JayB
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Practical and Tactical, packed with features!
At first i wasn't sure what to think about the watch. The watch face and layout was excellent from the very start. As i started to become more and more familiar. I started to like the watch more and more. Then once i learned how to operate all the buttons and figured out all of the features. This watch has turned into the best watch i ve ever had! Definitely a very nice buy, and money well spent! Since being in the military i ve experienced some hearing lost. This Garmin has actually Complimented use of my phone. Often times i cant hear my phone ringing or even vibrating in my back pocket. Once theres a notification I immediately know from the vibration of the watch. I can quickly read the notification accept phone calls and even respond to messages quickly without even using my phone. You're not actually able to talk from the watch, but only able accept a call, from the watch. Then once you have accepted a call you have an extra few seconds to grab your phone to talk. When you have received a message notification you're able to quickly respond with a preselected quick message. Works nicely when you're driving or in a meeting. So my over all rating is five stars! If Garmin ever makes a model that you can use as a speak and listen phone communication. It would get 10 stars from me. Better lookout Samsung and Apple!
Posted by VictorC