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Garmin Instinct Solar, Rugged Outdoor Smartwatch with Solar Charging Capabilities, Built-in Sports Apps and Health Monitoring, Flame Red
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Brand | Garmin |
Model Name | Instinct Solar |
Style | Instinct Solar |
Color | Flame Red - Solar |
Screen Size | 1.27 Inches |
Special Feature | Solar Battery; Military Standard 810; Power Manager; Wrist-Based Heart Rate; Pulse Ox; Stress Tracking See more |
Shape | Heart |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
Display Type | Monochrome, Sunlight-Visible, Transflective Memory-in-Pixel (MIP) |
About this item
- Solar charging capabilities allow you to extend battery life beyond traditional charging
- Rugged GPS Watch is water-rated to 100 meters and constructed to U.S. military standard 810 for thermal, shock and water resistance
- Built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter plus multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) track in more challenging environments than GPS alone
- Track your activities for running, biking, swimming, strength and more
- Help understand your health and wellness better with all-day health monitoring and Pulse Ox (this is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition)
- Monitor how your body uses energy by tracking heart rate, stress and sleep estimates with Body Battery energy monitoring
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From the manufacturer
Garmin Instinct Solar
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SOLAR CHARGING CAPABILITIESBased on variable sun exposure, Instinct can provide our best battery life through a solar charging option. |
MILITARY STANDARD 810Instinct is built to the U.S. military standard 810 for thermal, shock and water resistance (rated to 100 meters). |
POWER MANAGERView how various settings and sensors impact your watch’s battery life, so you can make battery-extending changes on the fly. |
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SPORTS APPSUse preloaded activity profiles for surfing, swimming, running, biking, hiking, rowing, strength and more. |
WRIST-BASED HEART RATEGet estimated heart rate data along with alerts if your heart rate stays too high or too low while you’re at rest. Gauge how hard your heart is working during activities, even underwater. |
PULSE OXFor altitude acclimation or sleep monitoring, a Pulse Ox sensor uses light beams at your wrist to estimate how well your body is absorbing oxygen. (This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition. Pulse Ox not available in all countries.) |
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STRESS TRACKINGHeart rate variability is used to calculate your stress level score, so you can see if you’re having a calm, balanced or stressful day. |
BODY BATTERY ENERGY MONITOROptimize your body’s energy reserves, using heart rate variability, stress, sleep and other data to gauge when you’re ready to be active or when you may need to rest. |
MULTI-GNSS SUPPORTAccess multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone. |
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Accuracy | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.2 | — | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Battery life | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.1 | — | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Sleep tracking | 4.6 | — | 4.3 | — | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Mobile App | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.0 | — | 4.7 | — |
Value for money | — | 4.2 | — | — | 3.8 | 4.0 |
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display size | 1.27 inches | 1.27 inches | 1.27 inches | 0.9 inches | 1.27 inches | 1.27 inches |
connectivity tech | GPS | USB | USB | — | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
supported applications | Heart Rate Monitor, Sleep Monitor | Heart Rate Monitor, Sleep Monitor | Heart Rate Monitor, Sleep Monitor | GPS | GPS | GPS |
input interface | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons |
wireless standard | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth |
water resistance | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | — | water resistant | water resistant |
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Product Description
Do what you love, longer with Instinct Solar. This rugged GPS smart Watch boasts solar charging, giving incredible battery life in smart Watch and Expedition modes while outdoors. Monitor how your body uses energy by tracking heart rate, stress, estimated sleep and Pulse Ox (this is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition), which helps give you a better understanding of your health and wellness. Get more out of the sports you love with preloaded activity profiles such as running, biking, swimming and more. Smart notifications (when paired with a compatible smartphone) at the wrist keep you connected to what matters. Multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) help you track wherever your adventures take you.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 0.59 x 1.77 x 1.77 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.87 ounces |
ASIN | B089YV5HBJ |
Item model number | 010-02293-21 |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #73,595 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #145 in Handheld GPS Units |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth |
Connectivity technologies | GPS |
GPS | True |
Special features | Solar Battery; Military Standard 810; Power Manager; Wrist-Based Heart Rate; Pulse Ox; Stress Tracking |
Display resolution | 128 x 128 |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Buttons |
Scanner Resolution | 128 x 128 |
Color | Flame Red - Solar |
Whats in the box | Instinct Solar; Charging/data cable; Documentation |
Department | unisex-adult |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Date First Available | July 8, 2020 |
Weight | 53 Grams |
Standing screen display size | 1.27 Inches |
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Customers like the GPS capabilities, value, and ease of use of the wearable computer. For example, they mention it's a great watch, has a decent pule ox monitor, and is easy to set up. Customers are also happy with weather, informative, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on battery life and performance.
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Customers find the GPS tracking of the wearable computer good. They mention that it has excellent capabilities, including GPS location, barometric weather trends, magnetic compass, altitude, and a map. Some appreciate the breadcrumb tracking, which is easy to use while hunting. Overall, most are satisfied with the functionality and performance of the product.
"...being able to control song play from my wrist, weather, and Navigational trackers as well as a few others...." Read more
"...I love the gps map for my paddling on the lake...." Read more
"...pule ox monitor, heart rate monitor, and probably the most excellent GPS capabilities of any watch (which is really what I wanted it for)...." Read more
"...One, the breadcrumb tracking on the Instinct is OK, but just OK. It shows a track, and that is about it...." Read more
Customers like the value of the wearable computer. They say it's a great watch, the best smart watch they've ever had, and absolutely worth it if you're an outdoors person.
"...This is the perfect watch for outdoor activities, and it has a decent pule ox monitor, heart rate monitor, and probably the most excellent GPS..." Read more
"...Super long lasting battery, lightweight and overall great product" Read more
"...Incredibly disappointed, considering returning it. I'm not being hyperbolic, here; almost none of the cool features actually work...." Read more
"Amazing product!" Read more
Customers find the wearable computer easy to use. They say the graphics are simple and the app is easy to navigate. They also say the data collection is intuitive and works well with other devices. Customers also say that the set up and widgets are customizable. They mention that the watch is very complex and contains a good deal of details and features to explore.
"...This feature allows you to set a start point (say if you're hiking) and then when you want to return to your starting location it will either take..." Read more
"...This is my second garmin watch, the data collection is very intuitive and works well with my android phone...." Read more
"...in the pics.It also has a simple and easy to use app which summarizes your day nicely.In all, an absolutely incredible watch." Read more
"...Also, the interface is just a kludged together mess of poorly thought-out menus. I'm not going to bore you with a list here. Just . . ...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the weather feature of the wearable computer. They mention that it provides an accurate reading of the temperature, barometric weather trends, and pule ox monitor. They also appreciate the GPS location, magnetic compass, altitude, and heart rate. Customers also say that the tracking and movement seems to be decently accurate. They like that the watch can tell time any time of day.
"...as message alerts, being able to control song play from my wrist, weather, and Navigational trackers as well as a few others...." Read more
"...for outdoor activities, and it has a decent pule ox monitor, heart rate monitor, and probably the most excellent GPS capabilities of any watch..." Read more
"...Temperature: In fairness, I think this is an accurate reading of the temperature of the watch...." Read more
"...Like most about them is you can tell time etc, any time of day. Most smart watches you can't see the time,do to brightness of the sun." Read more
Customers find the app on the phone very informative and well laid out. They also say the watch is an entry level health tracker with useful features such as message alerts and being able to control song play from their wrist. Customers also say that the health feedback is great and the functions are useful.
"...Lots of 'widgets' to use. Some are very useful such as message alerts, being able to control song play from my wrist, weather, and Navigational..." Read more
"...This watch is a great fitness tracker and I know I am not using it to it's fullest abilities but that's perfectly fine with me...." Read more
"...feedback is great and I really like the app on the phone- it is very informative and well laid out- also like NOT having to charge watch every..." Read more
"It's an good entry level health tracker." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the wearable computer. They mention that it is a perfect fit for a busy parent on the go, and does not look too big and bulky on their wrist. The color is sharp, and it has actual mapping and the display is much larger.
"...Pros:Color is sharp and it fits great. Does not look too big and bulky on my wrist.Lots of 'widgets' to use...." Read more
"...So I went with the Fenix because it has actual mapping and the display is much larger...." Read more
"So far so good! Size is good and keeps time soooo" Read more
"...It’s a perfect fit for a busy parent on the go that doesn’t want app notifications. I can easily turn those off." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the wearable computer. Some mention that it has a super long battery life, while others say that it shuts down with 17 days of battery left.
"...Battery life is great. Typically I am using the watch to track a workout in the morning and then just it's daily functions...." Read more
"...18 months later, this Instinct shuts down with 17 days of battery left, thats about 50% of the original battery capacity...." Read more
"...to texts but I don't need to from my watch, the trade off is the long battery life...." Read more
"I love this watch: super long battery life (i'm talking measuring in weeks, not days) a simple graphics, easy to use, and it functions just as well..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the wearable computer. Some mention it works perfect, is very intuitive, and works well for syncing after a workout and for glancing at your stats. They also say it functions just as well without their phone and that it works great for linking to Wahoo cycling accessories. However, others say that none of the features work, the feature doesn't function unless your phone has an active internet connection, and that the heart rate stopped working.
"...This watch also works great for linking to wahoo cycling accessories for my indoor cycling data, which again will sync to strava...." Read more
"...I suspect this feature doesn't function unless your phone has an active internet connection, like most of the app...." Read more
"...a simple graphics, easy to use, and it functions just as well without my phone...." Read more
"...It works quite well for syncing after a workout and for glancing at your stats...." Read more
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Pros:
Color is sharp and it fits great. Does not look too big and bulky on my wrist.
Lots of 'widgets' to use. Some are very useful such as message alerts, being able to control song play from my wrist, weather, and Navigational trackers as well as a few others.
Once synced with your phone it alerts you to calls, messages, and events on your calander
I really like the GPS feature that maps your route with activities such as hiking, running, biking. When you go to the app and view your route it is very accurate. I have used it mountain biking and you can actually see the small changes in the different loops you rode.
Battery life is great. Typically I am using the watch to track a workout in the morning and then just it's daily functions. I've been averaging about 24 days of battery life. That will be less the more you use the tracking features.
Set up and widgets are somewhat customizable. You can have the ones you use available to scroll through or just leave them off the interface if you don't use them. Cuts down on clutter when cycling through the widgets you're looking for.
Cons:
With all of the different widgets, there are a number that I find useless and generally could care less about. These include sunrise/sunset times, moon phases, altimeter, barometer, and temperature. Some people may find more benefits with these. But for where I live and what I've been using the watch for, these are never used.
The activity tracker is limited. Especially the strength tracker. The idea is that when wearing the watch it is supposed to be able to 'sense' the movement you are doing for reps and sets. I have found that 9 times out or 10 it has no idea what strength movement you are doing, especially if it is any complex movement, and the rep count is always inaccurate . You can fix the rep and set count on the watch but this takes way too much time and effort and I've resorted to just tracking calories on the cardio tracker.
The trackback or breadcrumb feature is hard to follow on the small watch face. This feature allows you to set a start point (say if you're hiking) and then when you want to return to your starting location it will either take you back the way you came (breadcrumb) or just give you a straight route back to your starting point. I tried this breadcrumb feature out on the trail and I found that if the trail has a lot of switchbacks or quick direction changes it's really hard to determine your route back. The watch face is so small that all the direction changes get smashed down and it's just hard to interpret. I feel this function would work way better if you are making very few direction changes.
Overall, I generally like and enjoy the watch. I use the tracking widgets as much as I can and take all of the feedback and stats it gives me with a grain of salt. Would I buy this watch again when it comes time for a new one, I doubt it. Will probably look into a different brand or model.
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2022
Pros:
Color is sharp and it fits great. Does not look too big and bulky on my wrist.
Lots of 'widgets' to use. Some are very useful such as message alerts, being able to control song play from my wrist, weather, and Navigational trackers as well as a few others.
Once synced with your phone it alerts you to calls, messages, and events on your calander
I really like the GPS feature that maps your route with activities such as hiking, running, biking. When you go to the app and view your route it is very accurate. I have used it mountain biking and you can actually see the small changes in the different loops you rode.
Battery life is great. Typically I am using the watch to track a workout in the morning and then just it's daily functions. I've been averaging about 24 days of battery life. That will be less the more you use the tracking features.
Set up and widgets are somewhat customizable. You can have the ones you use available to scroll through or just leave them off the interface if you don't use them. Cuts down on clutter when cycling through the widgets you're looking for.
Cons:
With all of the different widgets, there are a number that I find useless and generally could care less about. These include sunrise/sunset times, moon phases, altimeter, barometer, and temperature. Some people may find more benefits with these. But for where I live and what I've been using the watch for, these are never used.
The activity tracker is limited. Especially the strength tracker. The idea is that when wearing the watch it is supposed to be able to 'sense' the movement you are doing for reps and sets. I have found that 9 times out or 10 it has no idea what strength movement you are doing, especially if it is any complex movement, and the rep count is always inaccurate . You can fix the rep and set count on the watch but this takes way too much time and effort and I've resorted to just tracking calories on the cardio tracker.
The trackback or breadcrumb feature is hard to follow on the small watch face. This feature allows you to set a start point (say if you're hiking) and then when you want to return to your starting location it will either take you back the way you came (breadcrumb) or just give you a straight route back to your starting point. I tried this breadcrumb feature out on the trail and I found that if the trail has a lot of switchbacks or quick direction changes it's really hard to determine your route back. The watch face is so small that all the direction changes get smashed down and it's just hard to interpret. I feel this function would work way better if you are making very few direction changes.
Overall, I generally like and enjoy the watch. I use the tracking widgets as much as I can and take all of the feedback and stats it gives me with a grain of salt. Would I buy this watch again when it comes time for a new one, I doubt it. Will probably look into a different brand or model.
Concerns I had getting this specific watch: size and color (it's orange afterall). I am not a big boned person, I am 5'2" with fairly small wrists. I do no think the size of this watch is too big and I wear it everywhere and all the time. It is sort of big and a little bulky but the pros and functionality outweighs any size concerns. I obviously have the orange version, it's a great color and almost acts like a neutral in my wardrobe it's weird how that works out but it does. I work in a professional work environment and wear this watch everyday and I don't feel like it detracts from my wardrobe look.
Functionality: the solar charging is phenomenal, we are outside on the lake most of year, kayaking and paddleboarding, in the 6 months I have owned this watch I have only needed to charge it with wall charger 3 times, all the other charging has been solar. I love that a single charge can get 26-28 days of use. I don't use alot of sports or GPS tracking on a daily basis. I track my steps, sleep, weight (myfitness pal to my renpro scale hack), when I do track sports I love that it syncs to strava. I love the gps map for my paddling on the lake. I like that I get my basic notifications from my smartphone like phone calls and text messages- you can't respond to texts but I don't need to from my watch, the trade off is the long battery life. This watch also works great for linking to wahoo cycling accessories for my indoor cycling data, which again will sync to strava.
This watch is a great fitness tracker and I know I am not using it to it's fullest abilities but that's perfectly fine with me. Garmin is a superior fitness device and this watch is a great option in their lineup.
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2023
Concerns I had getting this specific watch: size and color (it's orange afterall). I am not a big boned person, I am 5'2" with fairly small wrists. I do no think the size of this watch is too big and I wear it everywhere and all the time. It is sort of big and a little bulky but the pros and functionality outweighs any size concerns. I obviously have the orange version, it's a great color and almost acts like a neutral in my wardrobe it's weird how that works out but it does. I work in a professional work environment and wear this watch everyday and I don't feel like it detracts from my wardrobe look.
Functionality: the solar charging is phenomenal, we are outside on the lake most of year, kayaking and paddleboarding, in the 6 months I have owned this watch I have only needed to charge it with wall charger 3 times, all the other charging has been solar. I love that a single charge can get 26-28 days of use. I don't use alot of sports or GPS tracking on a daily basis. I track my steps, sleep, weight (myfitness pal to my renpro scale hack), when I do track sports I love that it syncs to strava. I love the gps map for my paddling on the lake. I like that I get my basic notifications from my smartphone like phone calls and text messages- you can't respond to texts but I don't need to from my watch, the trade off is the long battery life. This watch also works great for linking to wahoo cycling accessories for my indoor cycling data, which again will sync to strava.
This watch is a great fitness tracker and I know I am not using it to it's fullest abilities but that's perfectly fine with me. Garmin is a superior fitness device and this watch is a great option in their lineup.
It also has a simple and easy to use app which summarizes your day nicely.
In all, an absolutely incredible watch.
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2022
It also has a simple and easy to use app which summarizes your day nicely.
In all, an absolutely incredible watch.
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La montre est pas fait cheap, le design est superbe et elle est confortable à porter. Pas encombrante ou lourde sur votre poignet.
Il y a tellement de réglages et de possibilités avec cette montre que c'en est impressionnant. Et pour ceux et celles qui ont commenté comme quoi elle est compliquée pour rien, je leur répond ceci; Prenez le temps de lire votre guide et vous allez vite comprendre comment ''jouer'' avec et comment la mettre à votre goût avec les réglages que vous aimez et en moins de 2 semaines, vous allez vous en servir les 2 yeux fermés! Les gens veulent toute tout cuit et tout de suite et sans efforts de nos jours.
À ce prix-là, cette montre vous offre une panoplie de réglages et gadgets, il est donc normal que prenne plus que 30 minutes pour voir et comprendre tout ce qu'elle peut accomplir. Personnellement, cette montre est le meilleur investissement pour ma santé et un excellent outil motivateur !
Ça ne fait pas 5 jours que je l'utilise pour écrire tout ceci. Je l'utilise chaque depuis Juillet 2022 et j'ai zéro regret de mon achat, au contraire, plus je l'utilise et plus je l'adore. Le GPS est sur la coche !
Y a pas de comparaison à faire avec les autres montres plus bas de gamme et plus ''à la mode'' à 200-300$ genre Fitbit Versa ou autres.
Overall 6 étoiles sur 5 !
While it will take some doing to read and understand the learning resources, Garmin provided and detailed these with considerate excellence. The Garmin Instinct solar is a worthwhile venture at a very reasonable price comparably. The extended battery time adds value and the solar charging is effective though ensure to end the activity to shut down tracking. Garmin support to date has been excellent and the software is considerate and well defined. You will have to learn to resync if connection is lost, and a handy reminder, remove the watch from the app settings before you resync. This will solve issues.
Overall, I will give this product a 9/10 for reliability and practicality. Once you learn the tasks and buttons purposes, you will find this device to be a reliable and fun addition to your outdoor experiences.