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Garmin Instinct Solar

Product Code: GARISG

Garmin Instinct Solar multisport GPS watch features a two-window design; 23mm x 23mm monochrome, sunlight-visible display with chemically-strengthened glass. The Garmin Instinct Solar multisport GPS watch is housed withi a fibre-reinforced polymer bezel and with silicone black strap.

The Garmin Instinct Solar is your perfect partner for fitness activities both indoors and outdoors including running, swimming, hiking, etc.

The Garmin Instinct Solar features ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity to connect to a number of other devices including the Garmin premium heart rate monitor.

The Garmin Instinct Solar internal lithium-ion battery lasts up to 24 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, up to 30 hours GPS mode and up to 70 hours in max battery GPS mode.

The Garmin Instinct Solar is available from ActiveGPS in a choice of seven colours, these are:

‣Graphite (available to purchase on this webpage above by adding to cart)
‣Tidal Blue
‣Orchid
‣Sunburst
‣Flame Red
‣Graphite Camo
‣Licheb Camo

The Garmin Instinct Solar Graphite is available from this page (see add to cart below). To view the different colours click here or scroll down this page to 'Garmin Instinct Solar Colour Choices'.

Garmin Instinct Solar Graphite - £319.99

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The Garmin Instinct Solar features a custom, two-window design; 23mm x 23mm monochrome, sunlight-visible display with chemically-strengthened glass. The Garmin Instinct Solar multisport GPS watch is housed withi a fibre-reinforced polymer bezel and with silicone black strap. Additional watch straps, named Garmin QuickFit 22 bands can be purchased in a variety of finishes and colours for use with the Garmin Instinct Solar smartwatch.

The Garmin Instinct Solar is your perfect wrist mounted fitness partner indoors as much as it is outdoors.

You can also pair the Garmin Instinct Solar with your compatible smartphone via the Garmin Connect app. Once connected you can receive smart notifications including emails, texts and alerts right on the screen of the Instinct Solar watch face.

The units rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 24 days/54 days with solar* of battery life in smartwatch mode, up to 30 hours/38 hours with solar** in GPS mode, and up to 70 hours/145 hours with solar** in max battery GPS mode.

*Solar charging, assuming all-day wear with 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions.
**Solar charging, assuming use in 50,000 lux conditions.

To connect to other devices e.g. smartphone and optional Garmin Instinct Solar accessories, the Instinct Solar features built-in ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity.

The Garmin Instinct Solar is waterproof to 10 ATM (100 metres). It is therefore intended for surface swimming only. Scuba diving with the device may damage the product and will void the warranty.

Garmin Instinct Solar Colour Choices

The Garmin Instinct Solar Standard is available from ActiveGPS in a choice of seven colours, these are:

‣Graphite (available to purchase on this webpage above by adding to cart)
‣Tidal Blue
‣Orchid
‣Sunburst
‣Flame Red
‣Graphite Camo
‣Licheb Camo

If you would like to buy Garmin Instinct Solar in a different colour please contact us and we will confirm availability.

Garmin Instinct Solar Features

‣Custom, two-window design; 23 x 23 mm diameter display
‣45mm diameter black watch case
‣Built-in Solar Battery
‣Built-in Barometric Altimeter
‣Built-in Compass
‣Built-in Gyroscope
‣Built-in Accelerometer
‣Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
‣Battery life up to 24 days in smartwatch mode
‣Compatible with Garmin Pay
‣Supports ANT+, Bluetooth and WiFi technology
‣ABC Sensors
‣Trackback Routing
‣Wrist-based Heart Rate
‣Stress Tracking
‣Multi-GNSS Support
‣US Military Standard 810
‣Optional heart rate monitor
‣Waterproof to 10 ATM
‣Personalise your Garmin Instinct Solar with QuickFit 22 bands
‣1-year guarantee

Garmin Instinct Solar Features Explained

Solar Battery - Variable based on sun-exposure, the Garmin Instinct Solar can provide unprecedented battery life to those that explore under the sun.

ABC Sensors - Navigate your next trail with ABC sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and three-axis electronic compass.

Trackback Routing - Take the guesswork out of your return journey by using this feature to navigate the same route back to your starting point.

Wrist-based Heart Rate - Enhanced optical heart rate technology gauges the intensity of your fitness activities as well as heart rate variability to calculate your stress level score. It also tracks underwater without a heart rate strap.

Stress Tracking - Heart rate variability is used to calculate your stress level score, so you can see if you’re having a calm, balanced or stressful day.

Multi-GNSS Support - Access multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone.

US Military Standard 810 - The Garmin Instinct Solar is built to the U.S. military standard 810 for thermal, shock and water resistance (rated to 100 metres).

Garmin Instinct Solar Charging

The Garmin Instinct Solar when purchased from ActiveGPS comes supplied with the USB charging cable. Using the USB charging cable enables you to not only charge the Garmin Instinct Solar's built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, but also enables transfer data from the Instinct Solar to/from your compatible computer. When the Garmin Instinct Solar is connected to your computer you can download: Software updates, etc directly to the Garmin Instinct Solar watch.

What's in the box? (when purchased from ActiveGPS.co.uk)

‣Garmin Instinct Solar with black silicone band
‣Charging/data cable
‣Documentation

Garmin Instinct Solar Accessories

Looking for accessories and spares for the Garmin Instinct Solar? Accessories available to purchase include a carrying case and mains charger. Along with these accessories, it is also possible to buy replacement parts such as charging/data cable. View all Garmin Instinct Solar accessories.

Garmin Instinct Solar Carrying Case

£14.99

‣This zippered case holds your Garmin Instinct Solar watch along with other Garmin Instinct Solar accessories.

Garmin Instinct AC Adapter and USB Cable Kit

£25.99

‣Power and charge your Instinct via the mains with this AC adapter requires data cable.

Garmin Instinct Solar Watch Bands

From £44.99

‣Choose from 27 different Garmin QuickFit 22mm watch straps for use with Garmin Instinct Solar and Garmin Instinct Solar.

Garmin Instinct Solar Technical Specification

‣Technology: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, ANT+, Bluetooth
‣Display size: Custom, two-window design; 23mm x 23mm
‣Display resolution: 128 x 128 pixels
‣Display type: Monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
‣Touchscreen: No
‣Lens material: Power Glass
‣Bezel material: Fibre-reinforced polymer
‣Case material: Fibre-reinforced polymer
‣Built-in memory: 16MB
‣Waterproof: 10 ATM
‣Battery life: Smartwatch: up to 24 days, (up to 54 days with solar*), GPS mode: up to 30 hours, (up to 38 hours with solar**), Max Battery GPS Mode: up to 70 hours, (up to 145 hours with solar**)
‣Dimensions: 45mm x 45mm x 15.3mm
‣Weight: 53grams
‣Guarantee: 1-year
‣Garmin Instinct Solar manual

*Solar charging, assuming all-day wear with 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions.
**Solar charging, assuming use in 50,000 lux conditions.

Manual requires Adobe Acrobat Reader
Download a free copy here

Garmin Instinct Solar Sensors

‣GPS: Yes
‣GLONASS: Yes
‣GALILEO: Yes
‣Garmin Elevate Wrist Heart Rate Monitor: Yes
‣Barometric Altimeter: Yes
‣Compass: Yes
‣Gyroscope: Yes
‣Accelerometer: Yes
‣Thermometer: Yes

This product is a sophisticated electronic device which requires that you read, understand, and act upon the information given in the instruction manual (usually available via the above 'manual' link). You will need internet access and, in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations, regularly seek out and accept all firmware or software updates offered by the manufacturer. All GPS devices need to ‘see’ the satellites in the sky. Therefore you will need to know that your vehicle does not have glass that will block or impede the GPS signal.

Updates to this product are via the internet. At this product page we state compatibility with specific versions of current internet connection devices, for example: PC, laptop, MAC, smartphone etc. The Consumer Contract Regulations allow you 14 days, from receipt of purchase, to check compatibility with your internet connection device/s. If you choose to replace or update your PC, MAC etc. neither we nor the manufacturer will be responsible if the new/replacement Operating System (OS) is not compatible with the purchased product.

Why buy from us?

We are official Authorised Internet Retailers for Garmin. We sell genuine Garmin products, accessories and maps. We purchase from assigned Garmin UK distributors. We do not buy on the grey market and we do not sell counterfeit products. You can rest assured that by purchasing from ActiveGPS you will receive the full support of Garmin.

Page last reviewed: 8th November 2024