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
4
Great Watch and Dive Computer.
on March 1, 2024
Posted by: Rubberduckscuba
I am a scuba instructor so the biggest feature I need is obviously the dive computer. I teach diving to 330’ with rebreathers and helium. That being said I need to put my life on the line and the Garmin is my safety net. It has not do disappointed!
The screen is perfect. The battery life is long so it doesn’t need constant recharging. And the apps bring it all together.
I want to figure out how to keep the watch screen on all the time, maybe dimmed but visible. That’s probably me though and an instruction book.
I would also like to lock the right side buttons so the watch doesn’t trip over to an app by accident.
I can’t express how much I love the Descent series of watches/dive computers. I have upgraded from each one and they simply get better and better.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, March 6, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
5
Even better than the Mk2i
on February 28, 2024
Posted by: MrMikeD
I've taken my first trip with the new Mk3i and love it. I dove the Mk31 and Mk2i side by side, and the Mk3i is even easier to read. There was no noticeable difference in the two computer's dive management algorithms for the dive, so that awesome. The T1 and T2 transmitters were within 3 psi of each other from start to finish, so that too is awesome. That said, the Mk3i's T2 transmitter does emit a rather high pitch pulse every 10-12 seconds which isn't great, but whatever (as long as it doesn't scare-off the fish). I was able to pair with my buddy's new Mk3i/T2 setup for air monitoring and texting, and it works as expected. I really hope Garmin soon allows us to to make-up some of our own text messages/responses (using Connect I'm guessing) because the current stock messages are rather bland and boring. I did need to rethink the altimeter settings since the computer said I was at -65.4 feet when I was sitting in the boat (see the picture), but once I switched to having it use GPS for altimeter all was well.
All in all I'm super happy with the computer and I know my son is going to love getting my current Mk2i as a gift.. :)
Response from GarminBy Garmin, March 6, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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Customer Rating
5
MK3i
on February 23, 2024
Posted by: Anonymous
I've had my watch for about 3 weeks. So far, I like it. I have not had the opportunity to use the dive feature yet. Battery life is awesome. Not cheap but if you're a semi serious diver. It's worth looking at when it comes to a smart/dive watch.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, February 26, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Love this watch
on February 21, 2024
Posted by: CamB21
I’ve owned this watch for a month now and it’s my third Garmin watch, it’s the best yet! Great functions and screen quality is incredible.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, February 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Most Amazing Watch ever
on February 20, 2024
Posted by: shanelay
Upgrades from the Fenix 6 pro since i do ultra marathons and dive. Couldn't be happier having everything on my wrist. The battery life is amazing, the greatest piece of tech that I own.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, February 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Great for any activity!
on February 16, 2024
Posted by: rrom33
I got the Mk3i for scuba diving and it's great! I use it with the T2 transmitter and it works excellent! It is so practical and easy to use. I downloaded the Garmin Dive and Garmin Connect apps to my phone, those make a great combo with the watch, and I have all in sync with my Android phone. I love the AMOLED display which is really bright and most important, readable underwater! Also the display is touch-screen, Perfect! Plus many other great features that I'm just discovering as I study the manual! As a scuba instructor, this is the perfect tool for my job!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, February 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
This is not just a watch.
on February 16, 2024
Posted by: Aras
Hello Garmin family. I bought my 3 i. I like to much and everyday i am trying learn something from YouTube and internet. I didn’t dive yet bud i am sure i will be very satisfied.
Thank you so much to who made this watch.
Thank you so much to who made this watch.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, February 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Great watch!
on February 15, 2024
Posted by: Sabbyski
I’ve had the new Garmin Mk3i watch for a couple of months now. I love it. It’s such a great watch with amazing capabilities. I haven’t had the chance to dive with it yet but I hope to soon.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, February 22, 2024
Thank you for your review.
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