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FOLLOW YOURS Instinct 3 is the rugged GPS smartwatch that’s designed to be worn through anything. Follow yours, wherever the adventure leads.
- BRIGHT 1.2-INCH AMOLED DISPLAY
- Item #11486425
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Most helpful positive review
May 16, 2026
light weight, fantastic
This is my 3rd Garmin watch, the first I was a bit overzealous and it was too big and too heavy for my wrist, so the husband got it and has been wearing it the last 10yrs.
2nd watch was a FENIX 6, loved it, nice weight, went well with everything, even dressed up.
Love the INSTINCT, MUCH lighter, could have gone bigger than the 45mm, but so many more options. I cannot live without a watch both for work and personal. Would highly recommend and will always have a GARMIN. Husband got a new INSTINCT 3 as well as he hunts upland birds with his dog and he LOVES the dog tracking ability.
rls3
Reposted from Garmin
Most helpful critical review
Apr 30, 2026
Inaccurate HR readings
HR rate sensor is inaccurate. Shows 90 when strap based monitor shows 150hr on my bike rides. I also had a chance to compare it to two different straps.
Tightening the watch wrist band makes no difference.
It’s essentially a piece of junk I’m returning
SVassil
Reposted from Garmin
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rls3
Reposted from Garmin
May 16, 2026
light weight, fantastic
This is my 3rd Garmin watch, the first I was a bit overzealous and it was too big and too heavy for my wrist, so the husband got it and has been wearing it the last 10yrs.
2nd watch was a FENIX 6, loved it, nice weight, went well with everything, even dressed up.
Love the INSTINCT, MUCH lighter, could have gone bigger than the 45mm, but so many more options. I cannot live without a watch both for work and personal. Would highly recommend and will always have a GARMIN. Husband got a new INSTINCT 3 as well as he hunts upland birds with his dog and he LOVES the dog tracking ability.
Chris5523
Reposted from Garmin
May 10, 2026
I like that it features
So, it’s living up to what the product says it updates faster and sysc faster the display is better.
Cam18
Reposted from Garmin
May 5, 2026
Awesome watch
2 weeks with the Instinct 3, better data than my Apple Watch. Love the different customizations. Great everyday watch!
SVassil
Reposted from Garmin
Apr 30, 2026
Inaccurate HR readings
HR rate sensor is inaccurate. Shows 90 when strap based monitor shows 150hr on my bike rides. I also had a chance to compare it to two different straps.
Tightening the watch wrist band makes no difference.
It’s essentially a piece of junk I’m returning
Gab1
Reposted from Garmin
Apr 27, 2026
Awesome for serious adventure athletes.
The watch is literally every that I wanted in a fitness tracker with some bells and whistles for the profession. The Ruck app should honestly be spread across more platforms and I appreciate the light that I use daily. This watch is my new favorite in the line up. Ultras are too easy with the tracker and display in the watch face.
Marcus0171
Reposted from Garmin
Apr 25, 2026
Awesome
Best watch I’ve ever purchased. I love all the data it provides. It makes me want to be and live a healthier life.
