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Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1318 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers express satisfaction with the Instinct Smartwatch's exceptional battery life and durability. Many appreciate its GPS functionality for outdoor activities and the ability to track various health metrics, including heart rate and sleep. However, some find the lack of a touchscreen and the size of the screen to be drawbacks. A few customers also mentioned that the price point and interface could be improved.

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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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Battery Life

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

    All the functions work as described. The battery is excellent and I don’t have to worry about constantly charging it. Concerned about walks not recording the right distance if you walk inside. I may have to read more on how to use steps instead of GPS for indoor walks.

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

    Nice alternative to getting an Apple watch.

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

    Great watch for what I needed. Did not need all the flash of an apple watch, just something to get my messages while I was on the podium presenting.

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

    Amazing but...

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

    The watch does everything I want it to but the only downside to it is that you won't be able to use voice to text feature to reply to texts

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    garmin watch

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

    this i bought for gift and not yet send to person who i gifting

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

    Sports Watch

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

    Haven’t even opened the box yet. I bought it because it was on sale. I have an Epson watch and love it. They sold out to Garmin, so I’m buying this one for when, the one I have, quits working.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Meh.

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

    Easy to use with some really cool features, but not very accurate in certain measures. Steps and flights of stairs are not captured if your arm isn't also swinging, i.e. holding a handrail or carrying something.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      Thank you for your review and your experience with the Instinct. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
      Thanks Jenny Garmin

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome 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.

    Got this for my boyfriend for Christmas. He was completely surprised and absolutely loves it! It does a lot more than we both thought. Can’t wait to start hiking in the spring and use it!

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

    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 purchased a fitbit watch last year while it was easier to read it didnt supply me with the technology of my Garmin

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Jerry's Garmin Instinct Review

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

    I like the look and durability of the watch but I only rate it 3 stars because of the complication of performing basic operations. The instructions are not worth the paper they are printed on.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin 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 am happy with this purchase, I use it everyday while at home or at work. It helps me keep track of my daily activity up to including steps, sleep, stress. Would definitely buy it again if needed. Budget friendly compared to apple or Samsung watches.

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

    garmin and best buy

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

    garmin makes a great smart watch. Everything i ever wanted and more. This watch has more functions than i can even begin to use. Im really happy with it.

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

    Great watch

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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 to track records of steps, sleep, intensity, and workouts. Only thing that can be improved is navigating the buttons can sometimes be tricky, but other than that its a great purchase.

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

    Birthday gift win

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

    Got as a gift for my father. Upgraded from a Fitbit. Much better. Lots of options and the appearance of a traditional watch is a plus for him as well.

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

    Watch

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

    Everything seems to work the only reason for 4 and not 5 is the little circle on the watch face makes it more difficult than it already is to read text from messages. The text is so small i cant read it.

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

    Instinct

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

    It’s a nice watch. I enjoy the feel of the band the face is a little bulky. As for functionality it is awesome for all kinds of sports. I was told there was a golf feature in store and there was not so that’s a bit disappointing

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch but I was looking for something with better GPS.

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

      Thank you for your review and your experience with the Instinct. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you could please email us at [email protected].
      Thanks
      Jenny Garmin

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Now I wear a watch

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

    I love this watch. Use it everyday. Never used to wear a watch before this purchase. Got a great deal from Best Buy.

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

    Reliable

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

    I use this watch as mainly a workout tracker and it is amazing at that. So the smart watch features are a great bonus. Would definitely recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    Love this watch, though I'm still learning everything this watch can do. So glad I decided to go with it. This is the second Garmin watch I've had and I've been pleased with both of them.

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

    Perfect for active life.

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This watch allows me to be the active person I love to be and helps me track my activities as needed.

    I would recommend this to a friend