Garmin Instinct 3 45mm Black
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Garmin Instinct 3 45mm Black
Choose your smartwatch:
Black
|
45 mm
According to our smartwatch expert
This watch is recommended for a wrist circumference of 17 to 19cm.
Compatible with operating system | Android, iOS | |
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Height | 45 mm | |
Recommended for wrist circumference | 17 - 19 cm | |
Quality of sports readings | Excellent | |
Quality of health readings | Good | |
Battery life in time mode | 432 hours | |
Type of heart rate measurement | Optical heart rate measurement | |
Required iPhone model | iPhone 8 or later |
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I tested the Garmin Instinct 3 for 2 weeks. Thanks to the bright and colorful AMOLED screen, this smartwatch has a more stylish look than its predecessors. The Instinct 3 is a thick and heavy sports watch, just like all other Instinct models. Whether you like this is up to you.
Large size and robust design The Garmin Instinct 3 is a large smartwatch. I tested the 50 millimeter model. It does not fit my narrow wrist of 14 centimeters in circumference at all. As a result, I get stuck in the sleeve of my jacket or hooked behind my backpack. I am sure that this watch is comfortable if you have somewhat wider wrists. The Instinct 3 looks like it is indestructible. Unfortunately, I did not do any rough sports with it. I did drop the watch on the ground a few times. There is not a scratch on it, so the Instinct 3 can handle this in any case.
Screen and operation The Instinct 3 is the first Instinct model with an AMOLED screen. This is a bright and colorful screen, just like the screen of a smartphone. I think that the Instinct 3 looks more chic than previous models because of this. I can read everything quickly and easily, even in the dark and in bright sunlight. Because of the colorful screen, I always think that it is a touchscreen. Unfortunately, it is not, so I operate the watch with the buttons on the side.
Sports measurements The Garmin Instinct 3 is a real sports watch. I choose from dozens of sports profiles, from mountain biking to skiing to padel. I have run, hiked and done strength training myself. After my training, I can see in the Garmin Connect app on my smartphone how the training has affected me and my condition. Garmin also indicates what type of training I should do to improve my performance even more. I like this, because it gives me more insight and knowledge about my training.
Excellent battery life An AMOLED screen consumes a lot of energy. This makes the battery life of the Instinct 3 a bit shorter than older models. I don't really notice it myself, because it lasts for at least 2 weeks. I've worn the watch every day and night these weeks. I also exercise 3 times a week.
Lodi. Smartwatch specialist.
18 February 2025
Automatically translated from Dutch
After an Instinct 2 and Fenix 7, this Instinct 3 is very good. The screen is a nice upgrade (for me) compared to the pip screen. Does this come at the expense of battery life? Yes, but 3 weeks is more than enough. The last time I was away from a power point for more than 10 minutes was 5 meters underwater during my diving course.
No touchscreen is not a problem for me, this option was even disabled on my Fenix, because water and touchscreen do not go well together.
1 downside that you cannot ignore but that is not insurmountable, is the fact that there are no full-fledged maps, only breadcrumb, breadcrumb means that you see your route in dotted lines on a black screen instead of with roads and the whole shabang. But here too, the last time I was so far into the wilderness that I really did not know where I had to be and was completely dependent on my smartwatch to find my way back was never actually. But still with an Amoled screen this should have been on it.
Internal memory is also missing, so no music lists on your watch. However, you can control your music apps via the watch so you don't have to grab your phone (but take it with you) and this works great.
All in all I am very satisfied with the instinct 3, especially when you look at the battery life, features, top screen and the price compared to the new Fenix models.
pepijn
27 March 2025
Automatically translated from Dutch
Robust watch that you can use anywhere with a 10 ATM rating
Ties
4 June 2025
Automatically translated from Dutch
Coolblue takes care of everything, from taking out an insurance to repairs
For almost all accidents
More coverage in case of damage than your standard warranty
No deductible
First, add your smartwatch to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.
2-year Protection Plan
€ 29,99
one-time2-year Protection Plan with theft cover
€ 32,99
one-timeProtection Plan - Monthly cancelable
€ 3,37
per monthProtection Plan with theft cover - Monthly cancelable
€ 3,51
per month
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Product number | 959012 |
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Manufacturer code | 010-02936-00 |
Brand | Garmin |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Compatible with operating system | Android, iOS | |
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Required iPhone model | iPhone 8 or later | |
Required Android version smartphone | Android 9.0 or higher | |
Operating system | Garmin OS | |
Year introduced | 2025 | |
Guaranteed support with updates | Unknown |
Watch case color | Black | |
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Watch case material | Plastic | |
Watch case shape | Round | |
Height | 45 mm | |
Width | 45 mm | |
Weight | 53 g | |
Size watch case | Large | |
Recommended for wrist circumference | 17 - 19 cm | |
Total storage capacity | 4 GB | |
Shockproof |
Watch strap material | Silicone | |
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Watch strap color | Black | |
Closure type | Buckle | |
Interchangeable watch strap | ||
Compatibility watch strap | Product specific |
Screen type | AMOLED | |
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Always-on display | ||
Data display | Digital | |
Touchscreen | ||
Color screen | ||
Adjustable watch face | ||
Type of glass | Hardened glass |
Battery life in time mode | 432 hours | |
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Battery life in sports mode | 32 hours | |
Battery/battery capacity | 0,25 Ah | |
Energy source solar power | ||
Wireless charging |
Internet connection options | WiFi only | |
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Bluetooth | ||
ANT+ | ||
Independent music player | ||
Music controls | ||
Built-in microphone | ||
Built-in speakers | ||
Spoken directions | ||
Call options | Only answer calls | |
Smart reply | ||
App installation possible | ||
Camera operation | ||
NFC | ||
Contactless payment | ||
Contactless payment system | Garmin Pay |
Pedometer | ||
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Measures distance | ||
Speedometer | ||
Calorie counter | ||
Measures stairs climbed |
Heart rate measurement | ||
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Heart rate zones | ||
Type of heart rate measurement | Optical heart rate measurement | |
Heart rate measurement under water |
Quality of health readings | Good | |
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Skin temperature sensor | ||
Oximeter | ||
Blood pressure monitor | ||
EDA sensor | ||
Sleep score | ||
Average heart rate during sleep | ||
Measure recovery during sleep | ||
Menstrual cycle tracking | ||
Pregnancy monitoring |
Quality of sports readings | Excellent | |
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Recommended for sports | Biking, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Mountaineering, Multisport, Outdoor, Running, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Water sports, Winter sports | |
Manual training programs | ||
Measure fitness age | ||
Recovery advice | ||
Interval training | ||
VO2 max measurement | ||
Measures average speed during activity | ||
Lap counter | ||
Race prognosis | ||
Measures step distance | ||
Measure running cadence | ||
Measures swimming distance | ||
Measures swimming speed | ||
Swimming lap counter | ||
Connection to fitness machines possible | ||
ATM score | 10 |
Built-in GPS receiver | ||
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Global satellite navigation system | GLONASS, GPS, Galileo |
Compass | ||
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Altimeter | ||
Thermometer |
Fall detection | ||
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Alarm function | ||
Geofencing |
