Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Instinct E GPS Smartwatch 40 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Charcoal Band - (2025)
Average customer rating
4
(25 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 25 reviews
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
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3 Stars
4
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1 Star
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Customer Reviews for Garmin - Instinct E GPS Smartwatch 40 mm Fiber-reinforced Polymer - Black with Charcoal Band - (2025)
Customer Rating
5
Checks all the boxes and then some.
on November 5, 2025
Posted by: PT retired
I bought this watch a couple weeks ago to replace my old Fitbit. It’s been great!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Good watch
on November 2, 2025
Posted by: Ernie1
Doesn’t read heat rate accurately, too many workout options on weight, I like all the read info it produces
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Care, November 3, 2025
If you're noticing heart rate issues, this may be caused by a number of factors, including performing certain activities that flex your wrist, using the wrong activity profile, or outdated software on your watch. For more information on heart rate accuracy, please refer to this FAQ:
http://ms.spr.ly/6429tGgbU
If you need help beyond that, please call Garmin Support at 800-800-1020 to speak with an associate about this.
http://ms.spr.ly/6429tGgbU
If you need help beyond that, please call Garmin Support at 800-800-1020 to speak with an associate about this.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Instinct E Great Replacement for Samsung
on September 2, 2025
Posted by: Iamjpod
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.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Perfect for this hiker girl!
on August 28, 2025
Posted by: Vanessanessa
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!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Tank on Wrist
on August 17, 2025
Posted by: Syd78
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
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great health watch!
on August 15, 2025
Posted by: KarendMac
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.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Creat Watch
on August 1, 2025
Posted by: HurtadoA
Todos los relojes Garmin que poseo son excelentes, siempre maravillado con el nivel de conectividad y el Instinct® E – 40 mm no es la excepción, un estupendo reloj inteligente y para actividades deportivas
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great watch!
on August 1, 2025
Posted by: Edstaze
Im normally not a watch person, but i started to exercise more and needed to check my progress. I absolutely love this watch. All the features and how durable it is ,being in the mechanical field i also love how strong it is!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin