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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 137 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the Instinct 3 Solar GPS Smartwatch, frequently praising its exceptional battery life and the surprisingly useful built-in flashlight. Many appreciate the overall performance and the added convenience of solar charging, while the GPS functionality also receives positive feedback. There were no negative customer comments reported.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Solar charging

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Preferred over the I2 and 2X

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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.

    The improved contast is worth it personally. There is almost no difference between the elevate 4 and 5 sensor on my wrist so I do not care its the “old sensor”. All of these instinct watches, and quite frankly all fitness/sports/smartwatches have their issues, quirks and glitches. This one requires proper updating through Garmin Express to get the battery life to display properly. The orange accents do not bother me like I thought they might. They are subtle and gives it some character. I can not use silicone or rubber watch straps. The Ultrafit nylon straps are incredibly comfortable and create a better fit and adjustment. I typically disable all features except for HR and full charge gets 31 days with one or two activites tracked. Solar charging is incredible compared to prior gen.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top notch watch. Garmin Instinct 3 solar.

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

    Well worth the money! I work outside all day and enjoy the solar charging. It has a ton of exercises to choose from to track. I have only used it at work and a couple bike rides but I haven’t begun to use it to its full capability. The torch light is really convenient when you need both hands to work on something at night. Or just getting a drink of water in the middle of the night. I’ve had a fitbit watches for ten years and this blows them out of the water.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this watch!

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

    This is a great watch! Upgraded from the instinct first edition and it was well worth the price. I use the flashlight all the time. Who would have thought it would be so handy? My wife calls it my super power. LOL Battery life is even better than the first series. With pulse oxygen on for monitoring sleep i get 19 days battery life.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this watch

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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.

    I bought this watch after doing some research, Im have hypertension and always need to monitor my BP Ive had other smart watch like samsung an apple and this one is the best. I work alot out in the sun and last week I was doing a job out in the sun I knew I was really pushing my limits but you get to a point it feels normal but its not. Once I finished the job about 10 hr got in my service vehicle drank about two bottle of water I was super tired and burnt from so much sun. My watch started beeping and stating my HR was over 100 bpm I felt I was about to turn into Hulk jajaja so I stop took my med. The stats on the phone are really freindly it has so many uses, battery ñast for ever, defenetly Im not going back to other watches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Flashlight, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    To torch their own :D

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

    Although I haven't figured out all the functions, I'm pretty happy with this watch. I especially like the torch feature since I'm really into flashlights and having that was a pleasant surprise.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Battery Life & Tracking

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

    I wanted a watch that was more geared towards working out than an Apple Watch. This is my first ever non-Apple wearable and I love it. It tracks my sleep among many other things, some of which I am still finding out. The battery life is amazing. I went from charging a watch every night to this watch, which I’ve had for about 30 days and had to charge once. It has been a huge upgrade. I don’t think I could go back to Apple after having this.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Instinct 3

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

    The best thing about the watch is that it is solar and doesn't need to be charged very often. Actually have not charged again since Father's Day and it's been over a month. The rugged look also is very pleasing, my husband works in construction and it's held up pretty well in many conditions and he's had many compliments on the watch. This product is well worth the cost.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic product!

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

    I use this watch daily. The battery life with the solar charging is incredible! Super easy to track activities and manage things like music or even checking tidal charts. A worthwhile purchase all around.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Instinct 3 Solar - Awesome battery life

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

    Awesome battery life. Easily works for 20 to 25 days per charge. Good for athletes to track basic metrics.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin instinct 3 delivery

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

    Comfortable to wear evryday. Still getting used to wear it night, its little uncomfortable. I liked the good morning message and the aummary it provides each day. Loved the color too

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Instinct Solar 3

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

    Great watch and the charge lasts a long time and very reliable

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin watch

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

    My boyfriend lives his watch I got him! It works for everything he needs it for!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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

    Great watch. Replaced my fitbit. Great battery life, accurate step tracker. Sleep scores and heart rate monitoring. Rough and ruggid.

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

    Incredible product

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

    I use the crap out of this watch….. I’m in construction and put it to the test daily and have never had one issue with it

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

    GARMIN INSTINCT 3 SOLAR

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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 durability and battery life on this watch I like the connectivity it has with my phone and the companion phone app. I enjoy it having multiple exercises that it can track.

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

    Great watch for those needing constant heart rate

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

    I have a heart condition and purchased this smart watch so I could have a constant monitoring of my heart rate. It notifies me when my heart rate gets too low or too high. I enjoy the other app options it has as well of it being waterproof so I can wear it in the shower. A great smart watch.

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

    Love it

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

    Love it. Battery lasts a lot. Device is not great at estimating battery life, but with certain outdoor activity it lasts between 2 and 3 weeks.

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

    Great for every adventure

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

    Loving it works great love the 31 day battery life

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

    Awesome watch

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

    My watch is very functional and looks great. I love it.

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

    Garmin rocks

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

    Awesome watch!! Love it all the time. Never take it off

    I would recommend this to a friend