Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Instinct 2X Solar Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - White - (2023)
Average customer rating
4.7
(307 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 307 reviews
5 Stars
242
4 Stars
39
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
4
1 Star
5
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Instinct 2X Solar Smartwatch 50 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - White - (2023)
Customer Rating
5
Love the Garmin Instinct
on July 17, 2024
Posted by: clawinger
Garmin instinct still pretty new to me but spent several hours going through everything the watch has to offer and so far I’m very pleased with this purchase.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, July 19, 2024
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Somewhat Disappointing
on September 30, 2024
Posted by: DGWI
I bought this watch after reading several reviews, looking forward to longer battery life and not having to charge it every week. In addition I want a durable watch easy to operate and see.
I have already had to charge the watch. It went dead after a battery meter reading saying it had seven days of charge available
Also disappointing is the manual buttons needed to operate the screen functions they are cumbersome and they are sensitive when trying to scroll through setup activities and modes. The screen is Black and White and has no color of touch face option.
The worst part is it is difficult to read see the letters and numbers. You can transition the backgrounds from black to white this helps visibility some. Still the numbers and letters are too small & difficult to see during work outs. You have to stop and scroll back and forth when walking to see steps using bulky buttons.
The worst part is it is difficult to read see the letters and numbers. You can transition the backgrounds from black to white this helps visibility some. Still the numbers and letters are too small & difficult to see during work outs. You have to stop and scroll back and forth when walking to see steps using bulky buttons.
The watch also is not accurate when using during indoor stationary bike exercise it doubles mileage in comparison to my Garmin Edge. The Garmin cadence sensor wheel size has been calibrated for indoor cycling. This watch has many features and options. Some you will never use or need.
You are limited to the Watch Faces that come on watch. Face Options using Garmin IQ are limited or unavailable for this watch.
The pros are the flashlight it works well, a bright wide beam. Hopefully, this feature will last . The watch is also compatible with the Garmin Explore App. I’m looking forward to this. Compass and improved navigation features are great options and seem to work well. Improved sleep information and training features.
I am considering returning the watch due to price, Solar performance and visual and operation limits. I keep it a while longer and try to adjust and set features and modes to improve of my issues with this watch.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, October 3, 2024
Thank you for your review and experience with theInstinct 2X Solar. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
all that I need!
on October 26, 2024
Posted by: gkourias
I can't imagine what else can I ask from it. I'm totally satisfied with its functions. Coming from the previous model (instinct solar), I now have even the small things I wished (custom faces, apps). And of course: I am in love with its battery!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, October 31, 2024
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Complicated
on December 25, 2024
Posted by: crv4jim
Make sure you want only buttons and no touch screen.the buttons have many controls 1tap 1 long tap 2 taps but I will keep it.it is great looking and I use my phone for some of the controlspp
Response from GarminBy Garmin, January 17, 2025
Thank you for your review and experience with the Instinct 2X Solar. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
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Customer Rating
5
on March 2, 2025
Posted by: Tristan H
Great battery life, reliable, stylish, easy to use.
I use this mainly to track workouts and hikes but there are many different features I have yet to use. The compass and track-back features is great!
I use this mainly to track workouts and hikes but there are many different features I have yet to use. The compass and track-back features is great!
Response from ExpertVoice.comBy Garmin, March 5, 2025
Thank you for your review.
Written by a customer while visiting ExpertVoice.com
Customer Rating
5
on January 7, 2025
Posted by: Coquette C
Great watch. Love the solar. Tracks all of my activity types - winter through summer. I was surprised at the wide array available.
Helps motivate movement even when having a down day. The main screen packs a lot of information and is customizable to what stats are most important to the wearer, which I appreciate. As I learn more about what feedback it can provide, I think it will be even more useful.
The one knock is it is a bit bulky, especially for a smaller wrist.
Helps motivate movement even when having a down day. The main screen packs a lot of information and is customizable to what stats are most important to the wearer, which I appreciate. As I learn more about what feedback it can provide, I think it will be even more useful.
The one knock is it is a bit bulky, especially for a smaller wrist.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
on December 10, 2024
Posted by: Bryson B
Love this watch. Not a distraction like other smartwatches seem to be. The flashlight is way more useful than I thought it would be. It's the bigger version of the instinct 2 but it really doesn't feel that big.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Persistent.
on November 19, 2024
Posted by: Juan H
from Kearny, NJ, US
Through training in both harsh sun and thunderstorms. Solid price for all the optics it comes with.
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