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 28 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageSeptember 8, 2025
I like this more than I thought I would
Had the watch for a couple of weeks now after switching from a Samsung. Love the fact that it battery hold a charge. Samsung always died in the middle of the day, and could not wear at night. Didn't realize that it was buttons and not a touch screen when I purchased. Once I got used to the buttons it has been easy to use.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
September 3, 2025
Instinct E Great Replacement for Samsung
I bought the Instinct E because of its great battery duration compared to my Samsung watch. I also like the garmin ecosystem as it connects to many of my cycling apps. I will say the watchband isn't long enough.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
September 2, 2025
Returned, disliked very much
Monochrome screen. Won't connect to tablet. Connect is a powerful program. Upgraded to another model.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
September 2, 2025
User friendly
I’ve had my watch about a month. The setup was easy. The battery lasts up to 16 days on a charge which is great. The watch face is easy to read. Absolutely, no complaints. It is definitely an upgrade over a Fitbit.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
August 28, 2025
Perfect for this hiker girl!
I love the smaller size and colors, I got a special edition color. It has all of the features I want including tracking health data (including sleep, stress, and VO2 max), accurate GPS and elevation/altitude data, tides, weather, sun and moon data, plus the option to turn on or off notifications. I keep mine off cuz it is good to have me time. I also have very sensitive skin and have had no issues! Charging is easy and it is rough and tough and waterproof! A lot of flexibility with apps, replaceable bands, and connectIQ. I have had no issues with the display not being bright enough and the flashlight feature works in a pinch. If you need more light that’s what a headlamp is for! Perfect “smart” watch for me!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
August 28, 2025
Great value
I bought this a month ago and it is soo much better than the Samsung watch i had
Originally reviewed on Garmin
August 25, 2025
Great watch
I bought this for the dog tracker but love all the different features
Originally reviewed on Garmin
August 17, 2025
Tank on Wrist
After purchasing the watch has definitely increased my activity level and i am able to keep track of everything on the Garmin app on mobile device
Originally reviewed on Garmin
August 15, 2025
Great health watch!
I have been wearing the watch since 2/14. I like the features but notice when I hike the distance is about 1/3 less than actual or when I use it on walk. I would like to figure out why this happens.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
August 6, 2025
Great watch!
i bought it like 3months ago and it works really good
Originally reviewed on Garmin
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