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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 248 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does what it says

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

    For the cost, it is a very worthwhile watch. The only downside, I think, is the black-and-white interface and the way it shows maps. Otherwise the battery life is amazing, as is the ability to charge with solar.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmininstinct 3 solar

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

    Love the watch so far has everything i need in a watch and more than enough smart watch capabilities without being an extra phone on my wrist. Battery life is great and the screen is the perfect size with more than enough widgets that give me everything i need

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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

    I love it. It is very practical and convenient. The only thing that I really don't like is the orange color

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin instinct 3 solar review, would buy again

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

    Great product, the solar power charging is insanely good. Great for hiking, fishing, and even daily use. Rough if you work in construction it can take some hits

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Army ready, just takes a bit to get used to.

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

    I'm with ROTC and been using it for a bit now, with all its features and stuff I'd say its very worth for someone that does a lot of pt and outdoors stuff. Came from a samsung watch though so its take some getting used to setting up to track activities. Else wise features are good. Hope it lasts a while

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The only negative

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

    Excellent watch. This is my second Garmin. The only issue I have is when the battery goes bad, the battery cannot be replaced.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good watch, old sensor

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

    Great battery, old sensor. Garmin should have used the gen 5 sensor and include a bigger memory

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    50mm is the way to go

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

    If you are trying to decide between 45mm and 50mm, go with the 50mm. Solar charging is excellent, I barely have to take off watch let alone put on charge. Very good functions I actually like it is not touch screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent watch

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got for my husband and he loves the watch especially the solar charging he can go months without putting it on a charger.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exactly what I needed!

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

    I like the large face, it's compatible with my iPhone, the long battery life, and the detailed information on the face.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great watch - about 11 days battery

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

    This watch is great, the only reason it doesn’t get 5 stars is because the real life battery life is about half of the estimated 21 days. I knew it would be less but I was hoping for two weeks before needing charged. Otherwise it updated, functions, and tracks awesome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin watch

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

    This was for my son's birthday. He loves it and this watch is everything and more for the value!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Watch

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

    Was on a backpack mountain goat hunt, and the watch stay charged the whole time which was important to me when evaluating watches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch for the price

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

    My husband loves this watch. It is his fist smart watch and it has been fairly easy for him to figure out how to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Recommend to others

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

    I have enjoyed this watch. I do wish it was touch screen but that isn’t a deal breaker. It is sturdy and works awesome in all features.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the money spent!

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

    What does this watch not do! Definitely worth the money. It does everything and more! What else can I say.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Watch

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

    Really good product. Battery last for days without charging.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My second Garmin, love it

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

    Love the long battery life (28 days), I like that it tracks all my health metrics, especially my sleep patterns. Love all the data at my finger tips like sunrise and sunset, steps, calories burned, compass, etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin

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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 think it does better then other smart watches out there as well don't feel so afraid its going to break like a Galaxy or Apple Watch

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Definitely an upgrade from Fitbit!

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

    Love the battery life. The light on the watch has been a life saver during my early morning workouts. The workout trackers help me keep track of my sets and reps.

    I would recommend this to a friend