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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 572 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the Instinct Solar Smartwatch's exceptional battery life and durability. Many appreciate the accurate GPS tracking and the convenient solar charging feature. While some users found the screen difficult to read and the watch face options limited, the overall feedback highlights the watch's fitness tracking capabilities and comfortable fit.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Durability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin

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

    So simple and able to take a hit during activities. I love it!

    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, Durability, Solar charging

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Daily driver 4 adventure

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

    This watch has been my daily driver as a rock climber and trail runner! I love it's long lasting battery, and solar charging, which has saved me in a pinch. It's durable enough that I've banged it around climbing in a gym often, and on rocks at least until I remember to take it off, and it's screen barely has any scratches despite some obvious extra roughness on my part.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Long battery life

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

    This watch lasts about 25 days on a charge, less if using GPS for running. Has lots of activity tracking options but the menus can be difficult to navigate. Recieves messages and notifications from your phone, but no touch screen. This is a great watch if you want a connected watch that has incredible battery, accurate GPS, and is durable. Not for people who want a second phone as a watch. It also can use MGRS for GPS. Great purchase!!!!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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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.

    First time investing my money on a Garmin smartwatch. Comparing it to my previous smartwatches from different brands I can clearly see the difference and distinct Garmin approach. So far I'm quite happy with it and the companion app. Finally I can settle with my purchase knowing I finally found the one I was looking for. I enjoy the watch promptness of connecting with my phone, solar battery, design, comfortable to wear, any info I want can be easily customized an displayed on the watch as well as the app. Battery life is strong.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great, rugged 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 work in the hvac field and I needed a rugged watch. A smart watch that could handle abuse. I've had it for a month now and I'm very happy. When I'm working on rooftop units I get enough sun in a day to actually charge it a couple more days. It's a great watch for outside work. It has a body battery that tells you how much you've charged yourself (slept) or if you're low. Haha. Sometimes I'd rather not know.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Outstanding watch!!

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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 amazing. I was hesitant at first but I’m so happy I made the purchase. I’ve had it a month and only charged it once. At it was still at about 50%. That includes different activities and everything. Fit is great and the watch is very rugged. Takes a beating. I’ve swam in pools and rivers since buying and no problem. I can go on and on but why? Just buy this watch, you won’t be sorry you did.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tough and smart!

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

    Tough and smart! I like the package of smart sensors on this watch. At first, I didn't download the user manual; and as a result, it took me longer to optimize the watch's button functions/features. Because I recently experienced heart health challenges, my son encouraged me to utilize the oxygen level/heart rate sensors/data. As it turns out, the watch recorded data showing my blood oxygen (SpO2) levels dropping over 10% while sleeping. The watch also alerted me to some heart rate concerns. I wear the watch while working; and, the watch has flawlessly endured numerous impacts/shocks and water/mud submersions.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best watch I ever owned

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

    This watch has been through falls, drops, hits and still works perfectly! I recommend 100% for any type of activities and the battery life it’s amazing!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Durability
    Cons mentioned:
    Screen

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tough and Durable

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

    This is my third Garmin watch. It feels more like a watch than a smart watch. It’s more durable and has the essentials for an active person and nothing more. The solar charging and battery life are great. If you’re into lots of features and perfect displays this isn’t the watch for you. If you want something rugged that gets the job done this is it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Durability, Solar charging

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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

    I love it so much !! The solar is amazing ! And it’s very durable the battery life is very good as well but it can be drain a lot faster if you use the features that it comes with but everything else is awesome

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Durability, Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good option

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

    Had it for a year now. Great watch, durable, awesome running and hunting features. Battery takes a little while to charge but lasts forever in comparison with other smartwatch options. In some cases when just using as a watch - up to a month with no charge. GPS uses obviously changes this. Very satisfied with this purchase.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent quality, durable and great looking 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 was looking for a durable GPS watch with a good size face and this was the perfect choice! It looks great (tactical, military inspired), very durable, tracks everything from heart rate, steps and has GPS too! Everything I’ve been looking for in a watch!

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

  • Pros mentioned:
    Durability, Sleep tracking, Solar charging

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Instinct

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

    A solid, rugged, reliable time piece. Notifications hit every time. The solar charging is spot on. Very comfortable to wear. Sleep tracking is decent. Only con is the screen has a tendency to appear washed out at times.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch tons of features.

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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, it does exactly what I wanted. I was looking for a smart watch that counted my steps. I wanted something tough because I am tired of scratching the face of smart watches this has been great. The battery life is outstanding and the band is the most comfortable of any I have warn.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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

    This was purchased as a gift. Wearer confirmed very sturdy as he works outdoors with heavy duty equipment. At least over a week of not plugging into charge because of the solar feature enabled battery to keep going. Clearly not your fancy, touch screen smartwatch but it connects to your phone and notifies you calls, messages, etc just fine. Overall, great purchase.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love it!!

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

    great watch have had it for at least a year works great awesome battery life lasts for 2 weeks at least almost 3 when using features uses more battery life but love the watch very durable

    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, Durability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth The Price Tag

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

    This is my 1st try with a Garmin Watch and I am very impressed. I was a little hesitant at first because of the price tag but after I have had it for awhile I'm glad I went for it. The watch looks fantastic, works great, so many functions, and the solar feature is a nice added bonus. Battery life, durability, and comfort are incredible!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Practical and rugged! Excellent watch!

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

    This is my favorite watch this far. It’s rugged, it has a brutal long lasting battery and it’s sun recharged. I can wear this watch almost a month long without taking it off to recharge. The functions are perfect for all my activities. The classic watch face look makes it timeless. I see myself using this watch for a long time and I’m confident it’ll endure!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Solar

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

    Not as user friendly as other Garmin models. And some features that were on cheaper models are not present on this one but it tracks multiple activities which is important to me. I bike, hike, kayak, walk, golf, swim, do cardio, yoga. I don't run. Much more rugged and durable than other Garmin I've had and the battery life is phenomenal. Recharge every week even with GPS and activities use. Much better than the daily of my Vivoactive 4

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this watch!

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

    Got this for my boyfriend. He’s a firefighter so he’s always in intense situations and this watch has been perfect! It’s so durable, lightweight, comfortable, and has many handy features. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend