GarminInstinct® 3 Tactical Edition, 50mm, Solar Charged Display, Rugged Outdoor GPS Smartwatch

This watch has proven to be exceptionally dependable in its functionality. The device is loaded with a comprehensive array of features, catering to diverse needs. Furthermore, the extended battery life is a significant advantage, enhancing its practicality. The investment is justified by its performance and convenience. Considering the solar charging capabilities, it's an outstanding choice for any user.

Great watch. I’ve owned all the instinct tactical series. I read the reviews about the battery and I don’t have that issue with mines. The best way to update these watches is by computer. The watches are saying that they have been up to date but they really are not. To make sure you actually get an update is to download garmin express on your computer. The app on the computer will update the watch soon as it’s connected. Once you unplug the watch, the watch will update itself. It’s really simple. Far as the size, I never had an issue and my wrist is small. Plus I’m used to wearing my fenix seven pro and other big garmins. Compared to the rest of the instinct tactical series, not much of a difference besides the screen and a few more apps. Other than that I would recommend “IF” you wanna spend the extra money. Also screen protectors don’t fit for some reason so I used one for my other watches.

I received the watch and was excited because I loved my Instinct 1. Out of the box, it’s an awesome looking watch, tons of useful features and comfortable.Then it updated. The update caused it to just constantly trigger a low power mode and wouldn’t stay connected to my phone. I sent an email to Garmin and the response back was that the problem was already addressed in a forum post and I can’t even keep either try that or just wait for an update to come out and fix it.I attempted the forum update, but since my watch wouldn’t stay connected, it couldn’t update and attempting to do that, the software version now shows 0.0.0. Garmin not only wasn’t helpful, but further broke the watch firmware after ignoring the fact I told them that the watch wouldn’t stay connected.I have put so much faith in Garmin products and this experience has lost them a customer along with more customers with the connections I have in the firearms and training industry. Unacceptable customer service for a company to just say “deal with it and wait” instead of working to fix the issue.

Great battery life, easy navigation, super rugged.

Great watch. The solar charging is an improvement over the last Instinct 2x. Gives me an estimated 48 days of battery life. Solar charging makes it last almost forever without the need to charge, assuming you aren't using everything all at once. I'm outside a lot and I've never had this watch drop more than 5% battery life since I got it. Would highly recommend it if you're an outdoors type of person. Fishing, hiking, camping. Well worth the price and it's comfortable enough to were even to bed. I'd recommend getting the larger size just for readability, and it stays connected to GPS without a problem. The size doesn't effect its weight, it's still just as lightweight as the last model.

I absolutely love this watch. The light feature on it is my favorite things because I often need light and not having to dig through my pockets for my other flashlight is a thing of the past with this watch. The size is perfect and so far it has been durable, I’m not testing it in harsh conditions because I love this watch to much to want it potentially broken but it feels like it can take a beating and keep going. Connecting everything can be confusing and challenging because there are so many different modes but that’s because it gives me a lot of features that are amazing.

Compared to the release of the original I3 and the crooked displays, this one was a good release. There really isn’t much to talk about from a feature standpoint, since it’s identical to the I3 with the exception of a green back light and some additional software features related to the tactical series. Overall, I think this is a good watch. One difference that I’m noticing is that the display seems a lot more recessed than previous models so it seems to be better protected.

Love it. This watch is beyond all my expectations. So glad I made this purchase. I would recommend it to anyone who just can’t get that right feeling with other smartwatches. For outdoor people the Instinct 3 has my vote.