Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Descent Mk3i GPS Dive Smartwatch 51 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Silver and Black PVD Titanium with Black/Gray Band - (2026)
Average customer rating
4.6
(155 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 155 reviews
5 Stars
122
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
5
1 Star
4
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Descent Mk3i GPS Dive Smartwatch 51 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Silver and Black PVD Titanium with Black/Gray Band - (2026)
Customer Rating
3
Lack of Firections
on May 22, 2024
Posted by: Some Guy
Upon receiving the watch and looking at the enclosed instruction books, I’m glad we had an electron microscope to read the fine print. I did find many videos of eventually that are YouTube videos that you have to go on the web to get in order to try to understand what the Watch can and can’t do…..!!!! It’s a great watch but again it’s overwhelming to try to figure all of it out upon yourself. I would suggest that Garmin set up three levels of training for the watch with videos. One level is the beginning level. The second level is intermediate and getting around and moving and adding apps and other instructions, and the third level would be advance level, which could be used in depth directions, and analysis of the operates
Response from GarminBy Garmin, May 22, 2024
Thank you for your review and experience with the Descent Mk3i. 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
An amazing dive computer and daily wearable
on May 17, 2024
Posted by: Proto99
I had the original Apple Watch and quickly returned it as I felt it was very half-baked and unnecessary. Wow has a lot changed. I love the Descent Mk3i, I enjoy all the health metrics and usefulness out of the water, but it really shines when diving. I had a Shearwater Perdix around 8 years ago and the Garmin does everything I used the Perdix for and then some. I'm very pleased with the watch and highly recommend it.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, May 22, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
5
Initial Thought, WOW
on May 15, 2024
Posted by: Craig K
Bought the 3i as my primary computer and moved my 2i to second computer status. Screen, battery life and light in the 53 mm are fantastic. Won't be able to evaluate the dive computer function fully until June in the South Pacific. Golf and all my other activity functions are still great.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, May 22, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
4
Good all around excep
on April 19, 2024
Posted by: ScubaAvi
I bought my first mk3i and it stopped working. They were very good in replacing it quickly.
It often will not read my tank pressure then it will. I give it a solid good but not great
It often will not read my tank pressure then it will. I give it a solid good but not great
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
5
Super quality
on April 19, 2024
Posted by: ucanbalik
Easier use than my MK2i. I love the features for fitness and dive mode.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
4
Could be better.
on April 11, 2024
Posted by: Cole H
I bought this watch for the dive computer and functions. It is also a smart watch. GPS could be better and have a stronger signal. Maps take a while to update to current location. Watch is loaded with sports features, but they all have the same data. All these sports and the only features they have are timers, heart rate, it's all the same, over and over. Watch needs more layout, more clock appearances, more color choices. Flashlight is bright and gets the job done. Tac light was a very good choice. Only complaints are the GPS positioning takes too long to update and all the different sports have the same features and data.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 15, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
5
Mk3i - AMAZING
on April 10, 2024
Posted by: Teach Me to Dive
This is a substantial upgrade from the previous model. I can't wait to see what is in store for future updates
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 10, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
5
Great, needs software updates to be perfect.
on April 9, 2024
Posted by: MidwestRecDiver
⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Garmin Mk3i watch is almost perfect for my active lifestyle. Whether I'm pounding the pavement on a run, gliding through the water in my kayak, or exploring the depths while scuba diving, this watch has me covered.
One of the standout benefits of Garmin ecosystem for me is how seamlessly the Garmin Connect software integrates all my activities, making it easy to track and analyze my performance. The training programs available are a bonus, helping me stay on top of my fitness goals.
The built-in flashlight was a nice surprise. It was an unexpected addition that's proven to be useful on many occasions.
When I'm diving in the ocean, the in-reach communication feature provides invaluable peace of mind. However, it's important to note that in-reach communication requires a separate device and subscription. The GPS, compass, and maps functionalities are spot-on, enhancing my outdoor adventures. And I must mention, the new bright screen is a great improvement, ensuring visibility even in bright sunlight.
One of the standout benefits of Garmin ecosystem for me is how seamlessly the Garmin Connect software integrates all my activities, making it easy to track and analyze my performance. The training programs available are a bonus, helping me stay on top of my fitness goals.
The built-in flashlight was a nice surprise. It was an unexpected addition that's proven to be useful on many occasions.
When I'm diving in the ocean, the in-reach communication feature provides invaluable peace of mind. However, it's important to note that in-reach communication requires a separate device and subscription. The GPS, compass, and maps functionalities are spot-on, enhancing my outdoor adventures. And I must mention, the new bright screen is a great improvement, ensuring visibility even in bright sunlight.
However, the data screens for diving have limited customization. If you want to see your gas pressure, there is basically one data field that can be changed on that screen. Hopefully, this will be fixed through software updates in the future. Despite this minor hiccup, the watch excels in all other areas.
Overall, the Garmin Mk3i is a great companion for any activity, with just a few tweaks to Scuba Diving screens needed to reach perfection.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 10, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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