Garmin Instinct Rugged Outdoor Smartwatch
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About Garmin Instinct Rugged Outdoor Smartwatch
Overall Feedback:
85% positive
82% praised for its pinpoint accuracy, but 18% experienced occasional errors
I have a watch with GPS that tracks various health metrics including heart rate, steps, sleep, and calories burned.
The watch has accurate heart BPM readings and a great app to keep track of it all.
I was disappointed with my Garmin unit, especially the swimming sensor which lacked accuracy. It did not measure intervals correctly and stopped counting at certain distances. Sometimes, the HRM did not function, and the solar charge seemed like a marketing ploy.
92% appreciated its long-lasting battery, but 8% found it drained quickly
The battery life is amazing and it can last about a week without charging.
The battery life is excellent. I don't have to charge it during the day or at the end of the day. It just keeps going.
The battery life is stunning. It can last for 3 weeks without charge if I don't have many things running in the background. If I put it on battery save mode from a full charge, it can last for a full month.
I have had a bad experience with Fitbit fitness trackers as their battery life becomes so poor after 18 months that the device becomes unusable.
69% liked the clear display, but 31% found it hard to read in bright light
The screen is extremely easy to read in the sun.
I am disappointed with the screen quality of the watch. The color is dim and gray on gray, making it difficult to read anything due to the lack of contrast between the clock and the background.
87% appreciated the ample storage capacity
The battery life is 3 times better and it will last even longer with solar charging.
81% found the interface intuitive and easy to use, but 19% found it confusing
Notifications are useful as I don't need to pull out my phone to see who texted or what they texted.
The menu is clunky and not intuitive for me.
86% praised its water resistance, but 14% experienced water damage
I need a durable watch since I work in a prison.
The watch has amazing battery life and is tough and rugged.
I am disappointed with the Garmin unit, especially the swimming sensor that does not measure intervals accurately and stops counting at certain intervals.
