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Garmin - Instinct 2 Solar 45 mm Smartwatch Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Graphite - (2022)

Model:
010-02627-10
SKU:
6494666
Highly rated by customers for:
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Your price for this item is $229.99
The comparable value price is $399.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 221 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the Instinct 2 Solar 45 mm Smartwatch's battery life and durability as exceptional, with many praising its long-lasting power and rugged construction. The solar charging feature is also frequently highlighted as a beneficial addition, while the GPS accuracy and comprehensive sleep tracking capabilities receive positive feedback. However, some users express concerns about the display's readability, particularly indoors, and the heart rate monitor's accuracy.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Good purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The watch is very useful and beautiful, a lot of helpful functions

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Health

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch for simple applications. Heart rate, steps counter and msg notifications is all I use it for.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Solar charging

    Technologically impressive but too cumbersome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Technologically speaking, the Garmin Instinct 2 is a marvelous device -- incredible breadth of features, capability, solar charging, lightweight, etc. The problem is that it is so cluttered with features that it is difficult to remember how to use it. After playing around with it for an hour or so, I was becoming semi-comfortable with navigating my way around the menus and options. But I quickly came to the realization that if I put the watch down for any period of time, when I returned to it, I was once again stumbling around the menus trying to remember how to do things. In short, this is a fantastic device that tries to cram too much into a small package. I will be returning this item.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
      Posted .

      Thank you for your review and experience with the Instinct 2 Solar. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
      Thanks Jenny Garmin

  • Review Watch Garmin

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nothing to complain about! Great ! D.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
      Posted .

      Thank you for your review. Jenny Garmin

  • Pros mentioned:
    Solar charging

    Garmin - Instinct 2 Solar 45 mm Smartwatch Fiber-r

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works excellent, solar charging is very functional.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review. Garmin Garmin

  • Best watch PERIOD

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    From an Apple Watch to this. Insane difference if you wanna something to really track health and outdoor person or just active perfect perfect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Good watch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a great watch. It’s light weight and has a phenomenal battery life.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good size. Nice features. Clear display. Comfortable fit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review. Garmin Garmin

  • Garmin 2 EDC

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this watch.The best mash up of tech and ruggedness.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Fantastic watch

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best purchase! I couldnt be happier and the battery lasts a lifetime

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • A good watch to wear 24/7

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice watch. It looks great and don't bother to wear it all day and at night. I use it just as an old-school watch, haven't explored much technical capabilities. I don't see the solar adding much value to the battery charging even though I put in sunlight regularly and the solar intensity is showing good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review. Garmin Garmin

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Battery life

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great! I've had this for about 2 months and have only charged it once.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps

    Dang High!!!!!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not Bad, just that its so dang high, if it was the tatix 7, then it would be a straight up buy

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Nice watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is very durable and i love the insights it provides.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review. Garmin Garmin

  • Perfect for walking everyday

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love my Garmin watch! Keeps tract of everything! Yhe Best watch for me! Easy to setup ! Garmin watches are the way to go if you stay active!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review. Garmin Garmin

  • Pros mentioned:
    Solar charging

    Love the watch

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch! I bought for my husband and he loves the solar feature and all the features.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life
    Best Buy Employee

    Last forever

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    Best Buy Employee
    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best watch and most convenient. Never gotta worry bout the charge

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps

    Love my watch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this watch. This is my second one. I really like the gps

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Solar charging

    Loving it so far

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good watch! Especially if you are looking for options to charge with solar and regular charger.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review. Garmin Garmin

  • Garmin watch

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super amazing watch outstanding for any outdoor activities

    I would recommend this to a friend
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