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Garmin Instinct 2 Solar vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Both weigh the same at 52 g, so choose on features, price and fit.
Spec Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Garmin Instinct 3 Solar
Weight 52 g · 0.052 kg · 0.11 lb 52 g · 0.052 kg · 0.11 lb
Brand Garmin Garmin
Category Navigation Navigation
Garmin Instinct 2 Solar
52 g

Rugged GPS watch with solar charging. Military spec.

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Garmin Instinct 3 Solar
52 g

Rugged GPS smartwatch with solar charging, 28-day battery in smartwatch mode, and unlimited battery in expedition GPS mode. Altimeter, compass included.

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Garmin Instinct 2 Solar vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar: which should you buy?

On weight these two are identical (52 g), so your decision comes down to features, fit and price. Check the full details and current price for each above.

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