I couldn't decide which one to get so I got both, and ultimately decided to keep the 2 and send back the 2X. The main reason being that it was too big on me. I have a 170mm wrist and the watch bezel was extending past my wrist on both sides. I wore it for a day and couldn't stand it. The watch would press into my hand if I did pushups or extended my wrist up, the weight difference was noticeable (probably because I was wearing the 2 for a few days already), the watch constantly got caught on my cuff, and it just didn't look right on my wrist. The watch is awesome for what it is, the white/red LED lights are outstanding for being on a watch, and the extremely long battery life (40+ days I believe) is awesome too. I ALMOST kept the 2X for those features alone, but I couldn't justify it being uncomfortable on me 24/7 to keep. If you have bigger wrists or can manage with the larger size, then definitely get the 2X. Hopefully, they add a light to the 45mm Instinct 3 in the future.
Hi, How accurate is the step tracker in general and compared to other step trackers like other Garmin watches, Apple Watch, Fitbit and especially Casio G shock GBD H 2000 because I’m thinking about buying either a Garmin instinct or g shock GBD H 2000. any Tipps or suggestions are much appreciated. thank you very much
My G-Shock's didn't have step trackers. Only the most recent smart models have those features. The Instinct 2 GPS and Stepcounter functions are much more accurate than my Galaxy Watch 4 and my Wahoo Bolt V2 cycling computer.
My Instinct 2 solar hits the sweet spot for me in terms of comfort & features. I'll wait to see what the 3 is like, but I'm in no rush to replace the 2 - having owned well over 100 watches, from high-end mechanicals to the cheapest Casios, I find that the Instinct 2 solar tactical is very nearly perfect, and it's been on my wrist daily since I got it a few months back.
how loud is the alarm volume on 2? is it correct that 2 has alarm volume control in the settings? because my 2X (and of other pplz too) alarm sounds very quiet .
Another thing worth mentioning is that Garmin apparently has no intention to add the ”training readiness ” on the Instinct 2 Solar, which comes stock with the Solar 2X. You can tell that the smartwatch industry, much like the mobile phone industry, is really starting to stagnate. Artificial limits to the software features are used more and more. But the Instinct line still punches above it’s league for those who don’t care much for colorful high res screens. Will be looking to upgrade my Fenix 3 if the Solar 2 gets further pricedrops soon. Greetings from Sweden!
Strange they decided to do this and sorry for the delay this comment only just gave me a notification 😕 did you get the fenix 3 in the end? Thanks for your feedback
Im going to upgrade from the instinct 1 to the instinct 2x. I like the bigger case and bigger battery life. And offcourse the extra features that it offers compare to the first instinct.
The instinct 2 also has unlimited with solar, so thats not a difference. The question is, does unlimited is eqsier achieved with the larger solar panel in the 2x
1. thanks 4 the review. 2. do u think u can do me a hoooooooooge favor and test their alarm volume? how much louder is the alarm on the 'plain' 2 model? pplz r complaining about 2X being very quiet... i was checking 'the Internet' and it sounded like plain 2 even had some kind of 'alarm volume' setting (which is not there on 2X).
Hi there I will try, but at the moment I probably won't be able to as I brought the epic for my main device. Hopefully one day I will be able to work with Garmin to bring you more devices more frequently.
The 2X is huge on any wrist. I have the instinct 2 with no solar. I found out, that the time I had to put it in direct sunlight I could easily get by charging it in a couple of minutes😂 It also lasts long enough for most activities and I live in Denmark, where sunlight is only few months a year.😅 The flashlight also drains battery on the large one, so it is pretty much a selling trick for me.
Is the flashlight strong enough though and easy to use? Good to know about the solar charging as I'm from the UK and wondered if it was worth it in the long run as it's not very sunny here.
@@strengthsweatsucceed i would say that the flashlight is pretty good. The solar feature is really not very nessecary because the battery lasts a long time. I don't get the idea of charging it in the sun for a long time only when sun is shining rather than charging it with a cable faster. That means you can almost never rely on the solar charging and it costs a lot more.
I've got the Instinct 1 solar and it charges itself all day every day in minimal sun. Just driving with it in normal position charges it. Battery is 17days without sun. Mines at 20 days and still shows 9 days of battery life. And it's been raining here in England for 2 weeks every day. Solar is brilliant.
I already returned my instinct 2x. The red sucks big-time. But my buttons got mushy and didn't click anymore..for 50 more, u can just buy the 955...the instinct 2x is a cash grab...I don't recommend if you already own a instinct or instinct 2.
Do you mean the standard graphite against the tactical?is so then the difference is it contains night vision goggle compatibility, stealth mode, kill switch.
I couldn't decide which one to get so I got both, and ultimately decided to keep the 2 and send back the 2X. The main reason being that it was too big on me. I have a 170mm wrist and the watch bezel was extending past my wrist on both sides. I wore it for a day and couldn't stand it. The watch would press into my hand if I did pushups or extended my wrist up, the weight difference was noticeable (probably because I was wearing the 2 for a few days already), the watch constantly got caught on my cuff, and it just didn't look right on my wrist. The watch is awesome for what it is, the white/red LED lights are outstanding for being on a watch, and the extremely long battery life (40+ days I believe) is awesome too. I ALMOST kept the 2X for those features alone, but I couldn't justify it being uncomfortable on me 24/7 to keep. If you have bigger wrists or can manage with the larger size, then definitely get the 2X. Hopefully, they add a light to the 45mm Instinct 3 in the future.
The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar is a gift from heaven. Selling all my G-Shocks and Galaxy Watch 4 classic!
Hi, How accurate is the step tracker in general and compared to other step trackers like other Garmin watches, Apple Watch, Fitbit and especially Casio G shock GBD H 2000 because I’m thinking about buying either a Garmin instinct or g shock GBD H 2000. any Tipps or suggestions are much appreciated. thank you very much
My G-Shock's didn't have step trackers. Only the most recent smart models have those features. The Instinct 2 GPS and Stepcounter functions are much more accurate than my Galaxy Watch 4 and my Wahoo Bolt V2 cycling computer.
Thanks for the update
My Instinct 2 solar hits the sweet spot for me in terms of comfort & features. I'll wait to see what the 3 is like, but I'm in no rush to replace the 2 - having owned well over 100 watches, from high-end mechanicals to the cheapest Casios, I find that the Instinct 2 solar tactical is very nearly perfect, and it's been on my wrist daily since I got it a few months back.
how loud is the alarm volume on 2?
is it correct that 2 has alarm volume control in the settings?
because my 2X (and of other pplz too) alarm sounds very quiet .
and, do you think the 3 is worth the upgrade?
Another thing worth mentioning is that Garmin apparently has no intention to add the ”training readiness ” on the Instinct 2 Solar, which comes stock with the Solar 2X. You can tell that the smartwatch industry, much like the mobile phone industry, is really starting to stagnate. Artificial limits to the software features are used more and more. But the Instinct line still punches above it’s league for those who don’t care much for colorful high res screens.
Will be looking to upgrade my Fenix 3 if the Solar 2 gets further pricedrops soon.
Greetings from Sweden!
Not true,It's in the new beta version,so soon there will be a stable version.
Strange they decided to do this and sorry for the delay this comment only just gave me a notification 😕 did you get the fenix 3 in the end? Thanks for your feedback
@@strengthsweatsucceedseems more like they had the Fenix 3 and would possibly upgrade to the solar 2 if its price was right
Want to ask.. How much cost to change normal battery vs solar batter?
Im going to upgrade from the instinct 1 to the instinct 2x. I like the bigger case and bigger battery life. And offcourse the extra features that it offers compare to the first instinct.
Good choice and a big upgrade from the previous version.
Let me know what you think of the 2x I’ve been wearing an instinct solar and have been looking hard at the 2x.
Got to try both, and have to say 2x is waaaay better! Brighter screen, bigger, that torch is soooo helpful!
The instinct 2 also has unlimited with solar, so thats not a difference. The question is, does unlimited is eqsier achieved with the larger solar panel in the 2x
1. thanks 4 the review.
2. do u think u can do me a hoooooooooge favor and test their alarm volume? how much louder is the alarm on the 'plain' 2 model? pplz r complaining about 2X being very quiet...
i was checking 'the Internet' and it sounded like plain 2 even had some kind of 'alarm volume' setting (which is not there on 2X).
why do comments keep referring to the instict3? the 2 took 4 years to release. if it takes that long again the 3 wont come untill 2026...???
2022 Instinct 2
2023 I2x
2024 Instinct 3
@@MrMolodiec
2018 Garmin Instinct
2022 Garmin Instinct 2
20?? Garmin Instinct 3
Hi buddy, can you try the garming descent G1, please
I want yo know how it is on using a normal day used
Hi there I will try, but at the moment I probably won't be able to as I brought the epic for my main device. Hopefully one day I will be able to work with Garmin to bring you more devices more frequently.
The 2X is huge on any wrist.
I have the instinct 2 with no solar. I found out, that the time I had to put it in direct sunlight I could easily get by charging it in a couple of minutes😂
It also lasts long enough for most activities and I live in Denmark, where sunlight is only few months a year.😅
The flashlight also drains battery on the large one, so it is pretty much a selling trick for me.
Is the flashlight strong enough though and easy to use? Good to know about the solar charging as I'm from the UK and wondered if it was worth it in the long run as it's not very sunny here.
@@strengthsweatsucceed i would say that the flashlight is pretty good. The solar feature is really not very nessecary because the battery lasts a long time.
I don't get the idea of charging it in the sun for a long time only when sun is shining rather than charging it with a cable faster. That means you can almost never rely on the solar charging and it costs a lot more.
I've got the Instinct 1 solar and it charges itself all day every day in minimal sun. Just driving with it in normal position charges it. Battery is 17days without sun. Mines at 20 days and still shows 9 days of battery life. And it's been raining here in England for 2 weeks every day. Solar is brilliant.
On order in Moss colour 😀
Nice, let me know what you think of it.
I already returned my instinct 2x. The red sucks big-time. But my buttons got mushy and didn't click anymore..for 50 more, u can just buy the 955...the instinct 2x is a cash grab...I don't recommend if you already own a instinct or instinct 2.
But 955 and instict is 2 diff categories, instinct is lighter and better battery
@@ia6980 the instinct 2 is not lighter. Different categories lightly.
Btw to anyone reading. I got the 955. Way better. Night and day. Pay the extra 50 and go for 955. It's not even a fair comparison.
I upgraded from 2s to 2x solar and i feel like 2x is too bulky for me i dont really like that
The 2x is a big jump in size from the 2s. I went with the epix gen 2 standard size for the same reason.
Do you know if, apart from the color, there are any differences between tactical and graphite?
Do you mean the standard graphite against the tactical?is so then the difference is it contains night vision goggle compatibility, stealth mode, kill switch.
@@strengthsweatsucceed i mean the instinct 2 x solar graphite, vs the instinct 2 x solar tactical black ? Because the price is not the same
I think this watch is worth the extra money!
"under 2 minutes"
"2:39"
for real
ok napoleon dynamite
@@rifleman542 that's so metaaa.
it does seem like a cash grab before instinct 3
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Thank you but you need to improve your accent! ;)