Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Smart Watch

The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Smartwatch is a rugged multisport GPS smartwatch built for outdoor adventures, fitness training, and everyday activity tracking. The Solar model shown features Garmin Power Glass solar charging technology, helping extend battery performance when exposed to sufficient sunlight. Its fiber-reinforced polymer case, chemically strengthened lens, silicone strap, and 10 ATM water rating provide durability for demanding outdoor use. The sunlight-visible monochrome MIP display is designed for clear viewing in bright conditions, while physical buttons make operation practical during workouts and adventures. GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo provide reliable positioning for activities such as running, hiking, cycling, and mountain biking. Health and fitness features include wrist-based heart rate monitoring, Fitness Age, Body Battery, stress tracking, sleep insights, Pulse Ox, Training Status, and Training Readiness. With extensive battery life and multiple sports profiles, Instinct 2 Solar is designed for users who want dependable performance wherever their activities take them

Key Features

• Solar Charging: Power Glass captures solar energy to help extend battery life in suitable sunlight conditions.
• GPS Tracking: Supports GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo for positioning during outdoor activities.
• Health Monitoring: Tracks heart rate, resting heart rate, stress, sleep, Body Battery, Fitness Age, and Pulse Ox.
• Training Tools: Includes Training Status, Training Readiness, workout profiles, and fitness insights.
• Outdoor Navigation: Features an altimeter, barometer, electronic compass, TracBack routing, and Reference Point support.
• Smart Notifications: Shows compatible smartphone notifications when paired with a compatible phone.
• Water Resistance: Water Rating: 10 ATM, suitable for swimming and other water activities.
• Rugged Construction: Build: Fiber-reinforced polymer case and bezel with a durable outdoor-focused design.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Garmin
• Model: Instinct 2 Solar
• Edition: Standard
• Case Size: 45 x 45 x 14.5 mm
• Lens Material: Power Glass
• Case Material: Fiber-reinforced polymer
• Bezel Material: Fiber-reinforced polymer
• Strap Material: Silicone
• Display Type: Monochrome, sunlight-visible, transflective MIP
• Display Size: 0.9 x 0.9 inches / 23 x 23 mm
• Display Resolution: 176 x 176 pixels
• Weight: 53 g
• Wrist Compatibility: 135–230 mm
• Band Compatibility: 22 mm QuickFit
• Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
• Smartwatch Battery Life: Up to 28 days, unlimited with solar under specified conditions
• Battery Saver Mode: Up to 65 days, unlimited with solar under specified conditions
• GPS Battery Life: Up to 30 hours, up to 48 hours with solar under specified conditions
• Max Battery GPS: Up to 70 hours, up to 370 hours with solar under specified conditions
• Expedition GPS: Up to 32 days, unlimited with solar under specified conditions
• Memory: 32 MB
• Charging Method: Garmin proprietary plug charger

Solar Charging & Battery Performance

• Solar Technology: Power Glass: The solar charging lens helps convert sunlight into additional power for the watch.
• Smartwatch Mode: Battery Life: Up to 28 days, with unlimited potential under Garmin's specified solar conditions.
• GPS Mode: GPS Battery: Up to 30 hours, or up to 48 hours with solar under specified conditions.
• Max Battery GPS: Extended GPS: Up to 70 hours, or up to 370 hours with solar under specified conditions.
• Solar Conditions: Charging Performance: Solar battery gains depend on sunlight intensity, exposure, positioning, and environmental conditions.

Easy Operation / Usage

• Button Controls: Operation: Physical buttons allow navigation through menus, activities, settings, and data screens.
• Activity Profiles: Workout Selection: Choose the relevant sports profile before starting an activity.
• GPS Recording: Activity Tracking: Start a compatible outdoor activity to record location and performance information.
• Garmin Connect: Data Sync: Pair the watch with Garmin Connect to review health, fitness, and activity data.
• Smart Notifications: Phone Connectivity: Pair with a compatible smartphone to receive supported notifications.

Why Choose This Product

• Extended Battery: Battery Performance: Solar charging can significantly extend usage when the watch receives adequate sunlight.
• Outdoor Navigation: Multi-GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo provide positioning support across a range of outdoor activities.
• Adventure Ready: Navigation Sensors: Altimeter, barometer, and compass provide useful information for outdoor exploration.
• Fitness Focused: Training Insights: Health and training features help users understand fitness, activity, recovery, and readiness.
• Everyday Versatility: Connectivity: Smartphone notifications, Garmin Connect, and Garmin Pay support make it useful beyond workouts.

In the Box

• Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Smartwatch
• Charging/data cable
• Documentation