In reality, the screen is similar to an old-style dot matrix screens found across the majority of digital devices in the 90s. The sole comparison between the two is almost entirely based on the fact that they’re both dual colour digital watches – in the same way that a Rolex and a Timex both have analogue models. Saying that the Instinct is Casio-esque is actually a bit unfair to the celebrated Casio design. The one (large) silicone strap that comes with it fits comfortably and makes wearing it 24/7, even while in bed, relatively painless. Weighing in at at 52g and featuring a 45mm casing, the Instinct is fairly unnoticeable when it's on your wrist, especially against some of the chunkier options out there like the Fenix, or some of the models Suunto has to offer in the outdoor watch realms. Aside from that initial choice, there’s little more design customisation you can make to the watch save for the addition of Quickfit straps. The Instinct comes in three colours: flame red, tundra and graphite (pictured). Multisport tracking (running, cycling, swimming, hiking, skiing and more).45mm watch with interchangeable 22mm straps.So it's more affordable than Garmin's top end rugged watch, but it's by no means cheap either.Īlso check out our review of the new Garmin Instinct Solar, which increases battery life with solar panels in the screen. Sitting in between the Vivoactive and Fenix ranges, it's priced at £269.99. I'm talking things like course navigation, the ability to import GPX routes and including Garmin's great TrackBack feature. Unsurprisingly, this hardcore outdoor aid places a big emphasis on features that should come in handy when you're trekking or hiking. There's a barometric altimeter to measure elevation when you're climbing up mountains, a heart rate monitor and a promise of battery life that will go the distance. There's GPS along with GLONASS and Galileo support to offer plenty of mapping coverage. The Garmin Instinct is a rugged outdoor sports watch that comes from the same wearable stable as Garmin's Fenix range.īuilt to withstand the toughest of elements, the Instinct has all the usual skills you'd expect to see from one of Garmin's outdoor-friendly watches.