Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 45mm vs Polar Grit X
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Rugged solar-powered GPS watch. 36-90 days smartwatch battery with solar charging capability.
Full details →Multisport GPS smartwatch weighing 64g with wristband. Rugged design with navigation, long battery life, and military-grade durability.
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Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 45mm vs Polar Grit X: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar 45mm wins — at 53 g it is 11 g (17%) lighter than the Polar Grit X (64 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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