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Garmin Instinct GPS
7 reviews
Jun, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 7 reviews of Garmin Instinct GPS. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the reliability and performance are overall positive. The price and battery are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the image quality and software. The size and portability get mixed views.
design, battery, price, performance, reliability
software, image quality
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Garmin Instinct GPS is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.
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Expert review by : Mike Sawh (techradar.com)
Garmin Instinct review
The Garmin Instinct is robust fitness watch worthy of joining you on a big, long adventure.
Fun, light and comfortable design Solid sports tracking performance Navigation support
Lacks full mapping features No payment support No Connect IQ app support
While the Instinct might lack some of the richer outdoor features you’ll find on Garmin’s Fenix watches and the bigger battery life on the Instinct Solar, it still has all of the key things you’d want from an outdoor watch that’s kind on your bank...
May, 2021
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Expert review by : Becky Firth (mashable.com)
Garmin Instinct review: A hefty smartwatch for adventurers
Multi-GNSS satellite support ; ABC sensors ; Meets military standards ; Lighter than it looks ; Robust battery life
Very chunky ; Small, low-resolution ; Chaotic display ; Busy watch
The Instinct is ideal for serious navigators, ultra-athletes, and solo trekkers who spend a lot of time outside and in rugged conditions.
Jul, 2021
Expert review by : Kate Kozuch (tomsguide.com)
Garmin Instinct review
The $299 Garmin Instinct's rugged design, precise GPS mapping and practical battery management make it the best adventure watch for most people.
That said, you might want to consider the $100 premium for the Instinct Solar if you’re keen on lengthier outdoor excursions and don’t want to be preoccupied with charging. Still, the standard Instinct made as excellent of a hiking accessory as I could...
Jul, 2020
Expert review by : DC Rainmaker (dcrainmaker.com)
Garmin Instinct GPS Watch In-Depth Review
When it comes to looks, you're either going to love or hate the new Garmin Instinct watch. There's not likely to be much middle ground. If you like the looks of Casio watches, you'll probably be pretty excited about this unit. Whereas if you prefer...
Oct, 2018
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