Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Instinct 2S Solar 40 mm Smartwatch Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Mist Gray - (2022)
Average customer rating
4.3
(175 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 175 reviews
5 Stars
110
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
5
1 Star
14
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Instinct 2S Solar 40 mm Smartwatch Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Mist Gray - (2022)
Customer Rating
4
Not as good as I was expected.
on June 9, 2023
Posted by: alex_alex
If you are using it for regular purposes like running, hiking, or swimming it is pretty good.
But I am using it for the SleepAsAndroid app either which is using heart bit, breathing, and pulse Ox sensors all night. For this purpose, the battery is barely enough.
The solar charging feature looks like just a feature and nothing more.
But there are excellent sensors and excellent apps for tracking any kind of your activity.
But I am using it for the SleepAsAndroid app either which is using heart bit, breathing, and pulse Ox sensors all night. For this purpose, the battery is barely enough.
The solar charging feature looks like just a feature and nothing more.
But there are excellent sensors and excellent apps for tracking any kind of your activity.
Maybe later, Garmin will be able to create a built-in battery in Band for working time prolongation.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, June 12, 2023
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Love the size!
on June 3, 2023
Posted by: Laughing all the way
My second Garmin and I absolutely love the new size. Great for all activities.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, June 6, 2023
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Nice Watch
on May 28, 2023
Posted by: Marea
I was wanting a watch I didn't have to charge every 1 or 2 days, this is an Impressive watch. Was a bit reluctant to purchase at first but its packed with features, bit of a learning curve if you are used to swipe and tap smarts. The wristband could have been a bit longer, but overall Im very pleased with it.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, May 31, 2023
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Love it!
on May 27, 2023
Posted by: TKCoach
I've used the gps to track speed and mileage on water. It has been a great watch for.the applications I will be using. I especially like it holding a charge for up to 2 weeks!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, May 31, 2023
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding smart watch!
on May 25, 2023
Posted by: Anonymous
The Instinct Solar is amazing, outstanding 'time between charges' with the solar feature, even with GPS based fitness tracking we're seeing only 1 quick charge per week. The data provided is amazing, literally like having a team of health practitioners monitoring your health and workout metrics 24/7--Pulse Ox, HRV, VO2, Breaths per min, Sleep monitoring, heart rate metrics etc etc. Amazing versatility when it comes to activity specific tracking including full GPS that's viewable on the watch, your smartphone or computer via Garmins portal. Great integrations also, to other Garmin devices like power meter pedals or even the Garmin smart scale (also highly recommend). I love this watch! Literally the only complaint I can throw at it is that when wearing polarized sunglasses the face is a little hard to read. We now have both a 2 and a 2S--the "S" is the smaller face and is more size appropriate for people with small wrists or want a slightly more petite watch presence. Water proof, sweat friendly and seems to take a beating with out any damage, I wear mine 24/7 except when it's off for a charge, I tend to even wear it in the shower. 5/5 all the way!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
I love this watch!
on May 1, 2023
Posted by: Stacy D
from Breckenridge, CO, US
I've had it for almost a year now and it is still perfect. I wear it camping, backpacking and for everyday use. It holds a charge well and shows no sign of wear & tear despite daily use.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Returned it for a refund
on May 1, 2023
Posted by: Mydogs
I returned the Garmin and got a google pixel watch. So glad a did. Less expensive and it connects with my Android phone. Does everything my phone does and more. The Garmin was too expensive and much more complicated to use.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, May 2, 2023
Thank you for your review and experience with the Instinct 2S Solar. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
Thanks Jenny
Thanks Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Indestructible Functionality
on April 28, 2023
Posted by: Jerguth
I have had the older version of this watch for several years, and this one seems to be just as tough with much better features. I have banged it on walls, dove, surfed, and flown with it, and have never experienced a failure. I highly recommend this watch to anyone with a tendency to unintentionally destroy their equipment.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Outdoor, May 2, 2023
Thank you for your review. Jenny
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin