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Garmin Instinct 2 One Size GPS Smartwatch, Graphite
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Jan 6, 2024
MarcD
2 out of 5 stars review

Not impressed!

I was a Fitbit 4 user for a few years until it broke, tried the Fitbit 5 but its measure of total calories was high by +50% although the screen was colorful and easy to read. So, I did some research and selected the Garmin Instinct 2. The screen is low contrast and a bit difficult to read. The measure of calories burned during a workout is very underestimated. For example, I know that I burn 500-700 calories in a heavy weightlifting workout of 60-75 min. The Garmin registers 200-250, and 60-80 of that is resting rate. It sometimes gets no readings for sleep time. All of the “features” for 20-30 different exercises are somewhat useless if it cant measure calories accurately. I hoped to simply have heartbeat, total calories burned in a day and as a subset, calories burned in a workout. The Garmin falls short of providing that accurately. NOT recommended. I wish i had returned it!

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Thank you for your review and experience with the Instinct 2. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.

Nov 6, 2023
Anonymous
5 out of 5 stars review

Perfect Combo Watch & Fitness Tracker

Picked this up about a month ago to replace a Fitbit Charge 4. While there are certainly differences between the two ecosystems, Garmin's Connect app is far superior and more focused on fitness, training, and all-around health. I was worried that the learning curve would be steep, but frankly it was fine and while importing my previous health data from Fitbit was not a simple procedure, I did get it imported and preserved my nearly two-year-long 10,000 steps/day streak, which I continue to maintain.

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Aug 22, 2022
Kenneth T
5 out of 5 stars review

Being a sea kayak guide, I found this watch to be very appealing because of its great features (such as a recreation profile which includes kayaking), featherweight design and great battery life. Those going on expeditions may want to consider the Solar Surf but the standard version is more than sufficient for me. Plus it looks so much cooler in its vibrant Lime case and strap!

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Feb 5, 2023
TJM57
4 out of 5 stars review

Hoping for reliability- durability

Purchased about 3 weeks ago to replace failed FitBit Charge 5. The Fitbits I've had in the past last about a year, maybe 2 - the 5 lasted a week which convinced me look to Garmin Instinct 2. Honestly, the cost kept me away in the past - could purchase 3 Fitbit's for 1 Instinct 2 or 4-5 Fitbit's for an Instinct 2 Solar. I did shy from the solar to avoid the extra hundred plus. I also shyed from the Apple Watch choices - concerned with durability. The Garmin feels rugged enough, time will tell. Pretty much the same features - less the color on the fitbit these days.

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Jan 3, 2023
dupontjon
5 out of 5 stars review

versatile watch

Bought this watch primarily for tracking HR while mtn bike riding. I have had lots of trouble with the HR straps over the years. Garmin actually comped me a HRM-Pro Plus strap and that has worked well so far. The watch misses some peak HR efforts at times which is expected with wrist-based measurements. Otherwise very close stats to my Edge 830. I like the sleep tracking info. The workout suggestions are good and are based on my HRV and previous intensity minutes. The watch syncs with my trainer and controls the resistance/watts based on the prescribed workout. Nice long battery life and you don't have to press any buttons to see the watch face. Garmin customer service has been very good to me over the years.

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Feb 14, 2022
AdamB
2 out of 5 stars review

Instinct 2 multiple issues

Purchased the instinct 2 yesterday and have multiple connection and freezing problems, finally got it set up after a few hours and got familiar with the watch interface and to wake up and it's frozen and unresponsive again, was disappointed at 1st but after getting used to the functions I liked it but will be returning due to the multiple issues, it's a shame because it's a well made watch but the screen is primitive

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Thank you for your review and experience with the Instinct 2. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com. Thanks Jenny

Jun 2, 2024
Luke J
5 out of 5 stars review

Best Garmin watch for the price!

After doing a good bit of research within my price range, this is the Garmin watch I landed on. I am an avid outdoorsman and the ruggedness and durability of this watch was super intriguing. While it is rugged and simple on the outside, it has everything you need technology wise and will no doubt make training and monitoring your daily health a breeze. I highly recommend this watch for anyone who is looking for a rugged, durable and reliable watch at a reasonable price!

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Jan 17, 2024
GautLlamas
5 out of 5 stars review

Beats any weather condition

So far I have had this watch for about a month. It has seen sunshine, rain, sleet, and snow. I am loving it. I go all over and this watch has held up so far. Not very fashionable but worth the money. I learn a new feature on the watch almost everyday.

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Jun 19, 2024
Cory12344
2 out of 5 stars review

Not Impressed

So far I am not impressed with this smart watch. The heart rate monitor is incorrect frequently and it seems like anytime the censor gets water or sweat of any amount it sends an alert that my watch is worn improperly. Also it seems like sweat also causes the heart rate monitor to be incorrect. There are times that my watch doesn't move and I get an alert that my watch is being worn improperly. Overall I'm not impressed by this watch. I got this watch as part of a study, if I had bought it I would have returned it.

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Jan 1, 2023
David N
5 out of 5 stars review

Awesome watch choice!

Had this watch for 3 years and love it. It gets used everyday to just tell the time etc. and record all my activities when linking to strava, hiking MTB and kayaking. Used to record a 12 day kayaking trip around Cape Scott on Vancouver Island - batt needed charging everyday but no problem with a power pack.

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