Instinct E Sport Watch
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Track every adventure with the Instinct E, a rugged GPS smartwatch built for the outdoors
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"This watch is perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors. It’s lightweight, rugged, and packed with essential features like GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, and altimeter readings. The battery lasts for days, and the durable build holds up against any adventure. Whether I’m hiking, biking, or training, this watch keeps me on track with all the data I need."
The Garmin Instinct E is our trusted companion for rugged adventures and everyday performance. Built to endure the elements, this GPS-enabled smartwatch delivers real-time tracking, barometric altimeter readings, and wrist-based heart rate monitoring, ensuring we stay on course no matter where the trail takes us.
Designed for durability, the fiber-reinforced polymer case and chemically strengthened glass face protect against impact, while its water resistance up to 100 meters lets us explore without limits. The long-lasting battery keeps up with our most ambitious outings, and smart notifications keep us connected when we need to be. Whether navigating mountain trails, tracking fitness goals, or simply keeping time, the Instinct E blends adventure-ready toughness with cutting-edge technology.
Details
- Rugged outdoor smartwatch with GPS, barometer, and altimeter for precise navigation
- Wrist-based heart rate tracking and fitness metrics for training optimization
- Water-resistant up to 100 meters for worry-free adventure in any weather
- Smart notifications keep us connected with calls, texts, and app alerts
- Long-lasting battery life ensures extended tracking on multi-day expeditions
- Durable, lightweight polymer case and scratch-resistant glass for maximum protection
- Item #GRMF083
- 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
- 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
- [smart watch mode] up to 14 days
- Low Battery Indicator
- yes
- Face Size
- 40mm, 45mm
- Activity
- hiking, fitness, running, cycling
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 15 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 13, 2025
Amazing amount of features!
I got this watch as a replacement for a FitBit. So glad I upgraded. I am still learning all the features of this watch, and look forward to using it to track my health and activities (hiking, biking, etc).
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 11, 2025
Exceptional piece of equipment
I purchased this product as a heart patient to monitor every aspect that's available. Due to the fact I have a pacemaker/defibrillator I would like to see a longer bands available for it to be worn at night at the ankle . This will keep the unit away from the implanted device. That said though , I'm am very i.pressed and pleased with my unit
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 11, 2025
Great for everyday life
So glad I picked this one. Has so much info and it’s all helpful.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 8, 2025
Everything I needed!
I wasn't looking for anything too fancy, just something to get a little more intentional with my overall wellbeing. I've had smart watches in the past, but they seemed too much like a phone on my wrist. I did a lot of looking into different fitness watches and health trackers and this seemed like the right fit, and it was! I still get notifications, but I enjoy how the wellness features are highlighted rather than the social features.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 28, 2025
It’s a really good investment.
I was wanting a smartwatch, my granddaughter showed me this one. I have enjoyed it
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 24, 2025
Way better than Fitbit.
I originally had a Fitbit but they got rid of the web based dashboard feature (I prefer using a laptop PC style) which was a real bummer for me so i tried Garmin and like the whole experience much better. Thanks Garmin.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 17, 2025
Great Features, Not Intuitive
Instinct E offers great features and fits comfortably on the wrist, making it a solid choice for everyday wear. It provides access to a wide selection of watch faces through Connect IQ, but adjusting the watch face and reorganizing quick view items isn’t as intuitive as expected. While customization options are plentiful, navigating them requires some patience. Despite that, the watch’s overall functionality remains impressive. The ability to switch between a 12-hour and 24-hour clock is surely available—I just haven’t discovered the setting yet!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 14, 2025
Durable alternative to the Apple Watch
My wife gave me this watch as a retirement gift. I had wanted a smartwatch but didn't feel a high priced Apple watch was durable enough for my lifestyle. This watch is rugged and can handle the abuse I give it. I build guitars as a hobby and constantly bang a watch against tools and flood it with sawdust. I think this watch can handle it!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 12, 2025
Amazing GPS running tracker
My wife gave it to me as a gift for my fitness journey and so far I’m beyond happy with it’s capabilities
Originally reviewed on Garmin
May 31, 2025
good watch
the wrist band is smaller than i expected, too tight for my wrist
Originally reviewed on Garmin
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