Garmin Instinct 2 Solar, Graphite, Rugged GPS Smartwatch 45mm Standard $424.15 (RRP $679) + $11.49 Delivery @ Amazon US via AU

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This rugged watch is water-rated to 100 meters and is thermal and shock resistant. Plus, with a fiber-reinforced polymer case and chemically strengthened, scratch-resistant glass, this device is built to endure
Bold colors, high-contrast displays and size options let you show the world that you do things your own way
Whether you’re hiking, mountain biking, trail running or skiing, you’ll have access to multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone
Navigate your next trail with ABC sensors, including an altimeter for elevation data, barometer to monitor weather and 3-axis electronic compass

Brand Garmin
Model Name Instinct 2
Model Number 010-02627-10
Built-In Media Instinct® 2 series smartwatch, charging/data cable, documentation
Wearable Computer Type Smart Watch
UPC 753759278922
Global Trade Identification Number 00753759278922
Manufacturer GARMIN

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  Wonderfool on 03/07/2025 - 19:20

  +3

  Given how old this model is, and it's a grey import, I would consider waiting for a 50% off or an Australia stock to price match

  But personally, this is the only line of Garmin watch I'm still interested in.

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    knobbs on 03/07/2025 - 19:36

    Currently on a Fenix 6 pro solar, interested in why this is the only one in the range you like?

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      Wonderfool on 03/07/2025 - 19:49

      +3

      Mainly the battery life. It's ridiculously long, even without solar.

      https://www.garmin.com/en-AU/compare/?compareProduct=702902&…

      The 2 main thing missing from it is:

      Still using black and white screen.

      gyroscope; so a bunch of running and cycling pro training features won't work, along with a heap of outdoor tracking profiles.

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        knobbs on 03/07/2025 - 20:06

        Battery life yeah, 1 week is the min I will accept (what I get on the Fenix series). The solar charging on the 6 series is a gimmick at best, doesn't really do anything.
        I have changed my watchfaces to black and white so that suits me fine :)
        Will have to check out what I currently use the gyroscope with but sounds like the instinct might be more of what I want, just not the metal casing/bigger design, the 51/53mm fit me better.

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          Wonderfool on 03/07/2025 - 20:36

          @knobbs: Yeah, the solar just slightly prolongs the battery for the Fenix, but for instinct, I've known cases where it goes up to 50 days without charging. There's a tactical version of the instinct for the prolonged military operations.

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        BargainGain on 03/07/2025 - 20:14

        +4

        Got the non solar. It’s a 10/10 watch. Don’t understand how good a long battery life is. It makes wearing it just as convenient as a normal watch and you rarely forget to put it on after charging. Genuinely exceeded all my expectations.

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        nuker on 03/07/2025 - 20:37

        -1

        Mainly the battery life. It's ridiculously long, even without solar.

        Now compare real life use, with GPS on 1hr/day. Not "Smartwatch Mode".
        Now you get a week or two. I had them all, settled on Epix, more that week with GPS, gorgeous OLED display. Instinct have very readable display too, far better than MIP in my previous Fenix, but OLED is best.
        Ohh, and Epix have sapphire glass, no scratches.

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          Wonderfool on 03/07/2025 - 20:59

          +1

          @nuker: I actually used the Fenix 6, forerunner 965, and instinct 2, instinct still last much longer. With 1 hour per day, you're depleting about 2% battery for that session. I wasn't rigorous with my running back then, only running once every 2 days or so. Still, we're talking about atleast 2 and a half week.

          and I'm not a fan of the OLED screen on the 965lol. MIP is more legible outside, and don't burn in.

          The sapphire glass is nice, but you're paying an extra 250 for that privilege lol. That's basically a whole instinct.

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            nuker on 03/07/2025 - 21:07

            +1

            @Wonderfool: Instinct MIP and Fenix MIP are two very different things, Instinct one is black/white and is super visible, i respect this display.
            Having said that, I like OLED much better. Better resolution and colour allow much more dense info.
            Epix'es were going for $800 not long ago :)

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      onlinepred on 03/07/2025 - 22:54

      +1

      It also looks more like an actual watch, like a g shock.

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        nuker on 03/07/2025 - 23:27

        -3

        Lets be honest here :) G-Shock style watch is not the one you want to wear at job interview, Fenix or Epix have more expensive looks. Next tier is dress watches like Tissot and up.

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          onlinepred on 04/07/2025 - 07:21

          +1

          @nuker: The Fenix or Epix is not what is wear to a job interview haha. They don’t look more expensive, they are just much more expensive Garmin watches. A simple $80 steel Casio looks 100 times better than most Garmin watches for a job interview. No one would buy an Epix or Fenix as they want a nice looking watch. They are for outdoor adventures, that’s what they look like they are made for too. I personally think Epix and Fenix would pair with casual wear, and 100% not with a suit or formal/smart casual.

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            knobbs on 04/07/2025 - 08:25

            @onlinepred: I wear my Fenix to every occasion, weddings funerals and job interviews!

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              onlinepred on 04/07/2025 - 10:48

              @knobbs: That just means you wear a casual watch everywhere! Everyone has their own thing.

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            ihbh on 04/07/2025 - 09:00

            +1

            @onlinepred: I only take my Instinct 2S solar off when I charge every 3 or so weeks.

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              onlinepred on 04/07/2025 - 11:53

              @ihbh: It’s a great watch hey! I typically only wear out when I exercise

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  ihbh on 03/07/2025 - 19:48

  +2

  Bad deal with the 3 out.

  2S solar was $319 Oct last year; 2 was $199 in July last year.

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    n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 03/07/2025 - 20:35

    +3

    2 was $199 in July last year.

    worth mentioning that was for awful fluro lime green colour only.