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Instinct 3 Solar Sport Watch
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Adventure-ready and solar-powered, the Instinct 3 Solar delivers rugged GPS tracking and endurance-level battery life
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"The Instinct 3 Solar is my go-to adventure watch. The solar charging keeps me powered for weeks, and the multi-band GPS tracking is incredibly precise, even in remote terrain. The rugged polymer build and water resistance mean I never worry about durability, and the altimeter, barometer, and compass sensors make it a must-have for any outdoor pursuit. If you need a watch that’s as tough as your adventures, this is it."
The Garmin Instinct 3 Solar is built for those who never stop exploring. Whether we’re pushing through high-altitude climbs, navigating dense forests, or taking on long-distance bikepacking routes, this watch keeps us powered, informed, and on track.
The solar-charging lens extends battery life, allowing us to venture farther without worrying about power. Multi-band GPS, heart rate monitoring, and environmental sensors ensure we have real-time data at a glance, while the rugged polymer housing and 10 ATM water resistance provide ultimate durability. The larger 50mm version maximizes solar efficiency, delivering even longer battery life for extreme expeditions.
For adventurers who demand precision, power, and durability, the Instinct 3 Solar is the ultimate companion for every journey
Details
- Solar charging extends battery life for multi-day and off-grid adventures
- GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo tracking for accurate navigation in remote areas
- Wrist-based heart rate monitoring and advanced fitness metrics for peak performance
- Altimeter, barometer, and compass provide real-time environmental data
- Water-rated to 10 ATM (100m) for durability in extreme conditions
- Smart notifications keep us connected on the go
- Item #GRMF082
- Housing Material
- fiber-reinforced polymer
- Strap Material
- silicone
- Face Material
- glass
- Movement
- digital
- Pedometer
- yes
- Odometer
- yes
- Altimeter
- barometric
- Barometer
- yes
- Heart Rate Monitor
- wrist-based
- Submersible
- 10 ATM (100 meters)
- Technical Features
- GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, smart notifications, fitness tracking, stress monitoring, sleep tracking, ABC sensors (altimeter, barometer, compass)
- Wireless
- Bluetooth, ANT+
- Operating System
- Garmin OS
- Dual Times
- yes
- Date Indicator
- yes
- Weekday Indicator
- yes
- Alarms
- customizable
- Backlight
- LED
- Battery Type
- rechargeable lithium-ion
- Battery Life
- up to 28 days (unlimited with solar)
- Low Battery Indicator
- yes
- Face Size
- 45mm, 50mm
- Claimed Weight
- 1.8oz
- Activity
- hiking, fitness, running, cycling
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year