Garmin Instinct Solar, Rugged Outdoor Smartwatch with Solar Charging Capabilities, Built-in Sports Apps and Health Monitoring, Graphite

This is my latest in a long line of Garmin GPS I've owned. My last one has been going strong for years but I wanted to be able to load a route to help with guidance on long-distance off road runs or walks in the Lake District. I like this watch because the navigation feature works reasonably well. The screen-size is a little small for my ageing eye-sight, but that's not Garmin's fault. Battery life is superb, it's very comfortable to wear and looks that good that I wear it sociably. Can't comment on reliability or how water-proof it is yet but I'm confident. It connects and works well with the app on my Android phone. I was so impressed with my new watch I bought one for my partner, but in a different colour. We have started to use the tracking feature when we are out on runs alone and it works very well. There are loads of other features that I don't use. I would definitely recommend this watch to anyone who wants to be able to plan routes and then be able to navigate using it.

I have always been active and enjoy many outdoor activities but this lovely piece of kit has been a game changer for me as it takes recording your training and exercise to the next level. Through the app you download to your phone it records the usual distance, time etc. as you would expect but also gives elevation, heart rate, stress levels, body 'battery' as well as GPS mapping - I've used a fraction of the functions with still loads more to discover & use but so far I'm really chuffed. This is my first purchase of a device such as this so I am no expert on these things, but I'd say that anyone who is a keen amateur to semi serious about multi sport performance, this watch covers more than enough of what they'd need? Plus it looks really cool to wear as an everyday watch - I own the Sunburst Yellow version but will probably buy another in a different colour to match with other outfits, for work, etc.? All in all - a great & gorgeous Garmin !

Feels very sturdy and has all the functions required. Bought mainly as a back up to an old etrex 30 gps unit, so that if it ever failed I would have an back up to support my map reading skills. Undecided between this and the suunto traverse but decided to stick with what I know, and also the extra battery life offered. Full of features, can use bng as Co ordinate reference, log your position, easy to use and accurate compass plus others that not fully explored. Excellent battery life, wore for 2 days on a overnight hike, in gps mode only and only used half available battery. In gps mode only, tracking is very accurate and got me within approx 6 ft of my car when back tracked. Very comfortable and light to wear. If only could put maps on at this price point but wouldn't go for a walk now without wearing this.

Hi,I’ve been looking for smart watch for some time now.done a lot of research and decided this watch was the one for me.I’ve had it 5 months now and love this watch.The size is perfect,no deferent from all my other sports watches I’ve worn over the years.I mainly use this for running,cycling,swimming,walking,heart rat and steps.GPS is very accurate and I love it when it buzzes on every mile.Love the colour yellow,which I chose.Straps very comfortable.Great looking watch,I wear it for ever occasion .So far so good it does everything I expected it to do.

Great battery life and functionality combine in a good looking watch. GPS function tracking to suit lots of activities

Why did I waste all that time on fitbit watches?!I've had this for 2 months and I use it for walking, running, cycling and strength training. I love it.Accuracy/reliability is perfect.Looks GREAT.Only downside (if any) is that it does so much stuff that I'm not using all it's functionality.Thought I might not like the lack of fancy touch screen but actually don't miss at all. No accidental button presses and fantastic battery life.

Great watch and good value, works well, simple to use, battery life is excellent

Was fine for two years, then stopped working. Garmin Support couldn't help and wouldn't repair. Supposed to be 'rugged' and survive anything, couldn't survive being placed on a bedside table!