Garmin eTrex SE Handheld GPS vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Entry-level handheld GPS with multi-satellite support (GPS + GLONASS). Runs on 2 AA batteries up to 168 hours. Reliable offline navigation for remote hiking wit...
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Check price Full details →Garmin eTrex SE Handheld GPS vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar wins — at 52 g it is 105 g (67%) lighter than the Garmin eTrex SE Handheld GPS (157 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
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