Questions & Answers
Q: Questionis chargeability usb c which is noted on specs, but back of watch picture is the 3 prong plug.
Asked by karn.
- A:Answer Supplied 3 prong plug. Chatge once and let the sun do the rest
Answered by Firmit
Q: QuestionDoes it come with the cable to charge watch?
Asked by Anonymous.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Yes
Answered by Adventurewatch
Q: QuestionThere is 32 and 39 mm screen size but description says 45mm im confused what both numbers mean
Asked by Kolton.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer Tactical Edition - Black - (2025)
- A:Answer Its 45mm.
Answered by Firmit
Q: QuestionIs it goid for surfing
Asked by Smitty.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Yes it is. Especially paired with the Garmin App. It gives great details about waves ridden, length and time of wave and speed.
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionIs this 40 or 45 mm? The title says 45mm but there are only 30mm and 40mm options can be choose from.
Asked by Tak.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer The 40mm that best buy advertises is actually 45mm.
Answered by Firmit
Q: QuestionCan I replace the watch strap?
Asked by Chitty.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Yes you can.
Answered by ScottA
Q: QuestionDoes it give you avg. heart rate for the activity?
Asked by Hammer.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Yes. It gives you avg Hr and max hr for each activity.
Answered by ScottA
Q: QuestionDoes it come with the solar powered lense built in or do you need to buy it separately?
Asked by 1.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Twilight with Twilight Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Built in to the screen
Answered by Firmit
Q: QuestionWhat makes this better than the Instinct 2 solar? What improvements have been made?
Asked by Patric.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Basically Light
Answered by JoseL
Q: Questionhow similar is this to the Garmin Bounce jr.? Would I be able to track my child with it? We currently have the Bounce Jr. and every time it gets dropped the screen breaks. screen protectors do NOT stay on so they are of no help.
Asked by Anonymous.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Twilight with Twilight Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Not sililiar at all. No track my child function, and definitely geared more for an adult
Answered by Firmit
Q: QuestionHow long is the band?
Asked by TRP.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Twilight with Twilight Band - (2025)
- A:Answer A little over 10"
Answered by GreggP
Q: QuestionCan it pic up satellite with out phone
Asked by 2447.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Charcoal Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Satellite for navigation/GPS yes, any features that run from the phone, ie text/calls, no
Answered by Barbwirexl
Q: QuestionCan you talk on the phone through this watch?
Asked by Kara.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Twilight with Twilight Band - (2025)
- A:Answer No. Doesnt have a mic or speaker
Answered by Firmit
Q: QuestionWhat is the overall size of the watch with a 40mm screen? Trying not to get anything too big.
Asked by ST.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Charcoal Band - (2025)
- A:Answer It's comparable to a g-shock or most other rugged watches
Answered by Barbwirexl
Q: QuestionDoes the watch sync up with android and Samsung phones? Does it sync up with various Google apps?
Asked by Captain.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer Yes - but limited. Bluetooth connected with my Samsung. Notifications are synced. Limited interaction with those notifications, depending on the app it's from.
Answered by Amanda
Q: Questionis the dexcom g7 app compatible with this watch?
Asked by josh.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Twilight with Twilight Band - (2025)
- A:Answer The Instinct 3 Solar is not compatible with the Dexcom app. Thank you for choosing Garmin. For further assistance please contact us at [email protected] or visit our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/. Garmin
Answered by GarminProductExpert

Q: QuestionAre there multiple colors to choose from? I like the deep purple on the other Garmin model. Can I choose or customize the color? Thanks
Asked by Great.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer No. Its black with an orange accent around the bezel. But there are lots of aftermarket bezel guards that come in different colors, as well as tons of bands in different styles
Answered by Firmit
Q: Questionwill it play music?
Asked by jake.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Twilight with Twilight Band - (2025)
- A:Answer No but it will allow you to control music on your phone
Answered by DavidS
Q: QuestionCan you respond to text messages
Asked by Text.
This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Black Band - (2025)
- A:Answer No. It notifies and shows you the message, but you cannot respond from the watch
Answered by Firmit
































