As an Instinct 1 Solar guy, I’d def consider upgrading to an Instinct 2x, especially due to the flashlight, that is killer. That and having the barometer/altimeter holes up higher and not in the dirt/sweat zone where it gets clogged regularly.

@CoachMak

Ай бұрын

Did you ever upgrade

@rpiian

Ай бұрын

@@CoachMak I actually did! This is my review from ExpertVoice, a few things that caught me by surprise with this watch: 5mo Update: It seems my skin issues have subsided a bit so I’m cropping this up to a me issue and improved the rating. Perhaps it’s just something to get used to. But the sharp ridge is for sure a design improvement and for that I cannot give it a full 5star rating. 4mo Update: The ridge on the optical sensor is irritating my skin much more than the original Instinct Solar. Where that watch had a nicely molded optical lense with large radius, this 2X has a sharper ridge where the body plastic ends and dips down to the optical lense where the sensors are. It’s given my skin an exzema-like rash in this area and as much as I like this watch I hesitate to recommend it due to this. OG review: This watch is the creme de la creme of Instincts. Does all the things. HR/GPS accuracy is excellent. It's lightweight. The torch LED light is amazing! And the battery life, somehow better than before! Amazing in every way except one thing... Coming from the original Instinct Solar (which was perfect for me size wise), the extra 5mm in size is too big for me. I'm regularly hitting the GPS and back buttons when I flex my wrist too much (inconsequential but worth noting). I'd actually step down a size if it ONLY meant slightly less solar capability and battery life. But I'm not willing to sacrifice the better barometric/altimeter port (one of my peevs of the OG instinct), or any of the improved software functions (and the LED TORCH, that is amazing!). So here we are. I still love the watch, trying to get used to the size. The Instinct 2/2S is just a smaller 2X in some ways, but had polarization issues and obviously you lose the Torch. I'll keep the 2X due to this.

What a watch. good that you took the time for the Led light info. it is definitely the big feature that draws me to this watch. it just has so many use cases

I had the first two instincts and the tactics 7 and went back to g shock because I didn’t care about working out anymore. Decided to get back into it recently and was very happy to see a bigger, more crisp display, and FLASHLIGHT, on something less than half the price of Garmin’s “flagship models.” Bass pro shops had it on sale and I had a gift card so I got this beautiful watch for 300 bucks! I love it. The simplicity.

@CoachMak

Ай бұрын

How’s the weight/comfort compared to original instinct?

I got this 3 months ago and absolutely loving it. Also, switching to the new Garmin Ultrafit Nylon 2 strap makes this watch even more awesome.

Wow, this came up on my feed quickly. Will definitely watch this evening, great informative channel. Love it! 🤠

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and enjoy!

So crazy I was watching the old video you did on the 2 this morning as I was considering buying it.. then this pops up. Didn't even know it was a thing. Thanks man. 👍🏻

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Sure thing!

Thanks for this video. Now I want to get my hands on this watch 👍

Thank you for always including the HR info associated w/ weightlifting. Much appreciated !!

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Sure thing!

Wow! It’s interesting to see high end features on the instinct 2X. Definitely gonna have to consider it

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

🤙

I love the lamp!

i have to point this out. You are the best on reviewing gps watches by far! Keep up!

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

It would be cool to see a feature comparison between this and the forerunner 265

I’m buying it as soon as it’s available in The Netherlands. I’m using the first Instinct Solar for quite some time now and I love it. The only thing I wished for all this time is that it would have been a bit larger 😁

I'm not in the market for a new watch (using the Epix gen 2 for most stuff), but I've been a big fan of the Instinct line since they introduced it. They have a good balance of features, and make smart use of the technology and they're comfortable. I don't mind a transflective display if it's not trying to do fancy color graphics!

Thanks for the breakdown!

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

As always, great and informative video. I ordered mine in the camel color tactical version.

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

Finally a bigger instinct watch! Been waiting for this for soooooo long!

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

🤙

I think it is finally time to upgrade from my Instinct 1. Great review...thanks.

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and enjoy!

Awesome! Love this watch. 😁😁👍🏼👍🏼

I am just thinking to buy an Instinct 2 Solar Tactical in recent days, your video changes my mind to wait for this new product, just cool down..

Thanks 😊 you're the best for these products.

@DesFit

9 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

I have the first gen instinct solar and this is a awesome upgrade

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Definitely 👍

@mattdeman5200

3 ай бұрын

Same!

Awseome review, as always, thanks! I miss only the ECG and the sport mode switch option during multi-sport activities, otherwise the multi-band GPS and the torch are big and long-awaited additions for me, so I will definitely upgrade my Instict 2 Solar. The upgrade from Instinct 1 Solar to the Instinct 2 Solar was worht it (not only because of the new features and sport modes, but due to the stability, way better body monitoring and satelite lock speed,) but this Instinct 2 Solar → Instinct 2 Solar X seems to be a worthy upgrade, again.

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

They almost could have called it an Instinct 2.5X ;) Thanks and enjoy!

this is one of the best watches I've ever owned, very rugged and versatile and really fits my usecase

Just ordered one in flame red direct from Garmin, can't wait for it to arrive

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

I have an instinct solar but I'm not upgrading to the 2X. I've come to need actual maps and I know this one even has an extremely limited capacity for breadcrumb navigation; the same as the watch I already own. I think I might upgrade to a forerunner 955 instead.

I've been waiting for this review... been eyeballing the instinct 2 solar for sometime now... already watched dc rainmakers review as well... im gonna definetly buy this...

@bmbullman

Жыл бұрын

Just bought one from PlayBetter. I think they come in on or around the 18th.

@romeoiipunzalan1079

Жыл бұрын

@@bmbullman thanks man...

I bought a Crossover a few months ago. I do love it. I was looking for a hybrid watch. But a few weeks ago, I started to use a mechanical watch with a Vivosmart 5 as daily runners and I only wear the crossover tactical edition when I'm training. I feel a great urge to change the crossover to this one. It has arrived today to Hungary and in a very good price. The crossover tactical was approx 260$ priceyer back then. Financially the change wouldn't be any extra money, the crossover still has a great value if I want to sell it. But I'm a bit concerned about the size. The torch would be a great upgrade!

I got an instinct 2 solar just a few months ago and I’m hoping I can do a near even trade for the 2X - it looks like such a great step forward

100% getting one before the price goes up

great review, considering this model to replace my instinct 1 with. Weight training improvements are very welcome, on the 1 this is useless when it comes to HR monitoring

I just love Your reviews, the are just the best I'm able to find :-) As a Garmin Instinct enthusiast, I would switch to 2X, for better battery life, itself. Although, my instinct 2 solar, is great on battery, its always nice to double that battery lifetime.

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Wow still using the instinct 1 and was considering trying to upgrade to 2solar, now this changes things!

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

🤙

@peterlundberg439

Жыл бұрын

I'm in the same situation, but when will it be available in stores?

@josephporta7972

Жыл бұрын

Same here

@201s

Жыл бұрын

Stay with instinct 1

@ben_millett

Жыл бұрын

@@201s why do you say that?

I have a 1040 on my bike (main sport) This is defo a consideration as I'm thinking of trading up from my Fenix 6, Great vid as usual, thank-you

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and enjoy!

I was actually thinking on upgrading my F6XPro for a 7XSS or 965, but by this price tag, i might actually go this way! The only feature i wish it had was full navigation! Thats the only feature that makes me think twice about it!

@av1204

Жыл бұрын

i downloaded maps and connect my phone where there is no service.

@g-sunl

10 ай бұрын

​@@av1204can you explain how you did that exactly?

Bought a 2x and I love it. Excellent endurance so I can wear it like a watch. Solar doesn't make a huge difference for me though

Garmin Instinct 2X Solar is way more jam-packed with features comparing their new cycling head units, especially at that price! I'd buy a watch like this any day.

Hello from Ouray, Colorado. I am going to venture into the garmin smartwatch world. I do want it for the health monitoring. But, I also hike, backpack, and snowshoe quite a bit. So, I currently trying to decide between this Instinct 2X model and the Felix/Epic models. I am currently favoring the Instinct 2X for its price. I do also have an etrex gps and my cell phone with offline maps. So, I haven’t felt the large pull to the higher dollar’d watches. Though, the current garmin sale does make them closer to the Instinct 2X.

Best sports watch reviewer in the game. Bar none. Keep up the good work Des.

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Upgraded from the old instinct solar to the 2x . Definitely an upgrade

@CoachMak

Ай бұрын

How’s the comfort on the bigger one?

@ripkej77

Ай бұрын

@@CoachMak Seems close to the same . the bad was a little more stretchy on the smaller one it seemed . It was worth the upgrade for me .

Golfer here...does the Garmin Instinct 2X solar have a Golf activity feature that measures hole distances like my Fenix 6 does currently in the golf activity?

It’s interesting how Garmin could not add the Morning Report and Training Readiness features to the standard Instinct 2 series due to technical issues from what I understand, yet they have it on this watch 🙁 Surely this shows that Garmin can in fact add this feature to the standard Instinct 2?

@taratantara

8 ай бұрын

Morning report and training readiness are on my Instinct 2 now, so the upgrade has been made!

Does the watch vibrate all the time or only one vibration so far when there is a call notification? It would be nice if we could change it to continuous vibration.

Hey Nice vid! Genuine question, should i upgrade from a fenix 5+ to a instict 2x or instinct 2 normal??? Greatings from Brasil (Yes we say With an "S")

I'm curious, do any of the watch faces include more than 7 data fields? Watch faces only, not activities. The I2 has 7 max so I'm wondering. I know there are Connect IQ faces that offer more info but usually they don't give all the options like calendar, moon phase in the circle, and training status. Also the he default ones are so much more clear and easy to see at a glance.

Love the videos man! Would love to know for other people or yourself! I’ve seen that the epix 2x is pretty much the exact same at the fenix 7x besides the display! Yet what would be the different from the epix 2x and the instinct 2x ! If I am looking for a watch to do combat sports, weight training, swimming, running and then hiking in the fall with snowboarding in the winter ? Looking to switch up watches for better results then my Apple Watch!

@The.Fighting.Therapist

8 ай бұрын

@desfit

Just ordered the Instinct 2X Solar Flame Red. I have Garmin Fenix 7X SS, Also Garmin Fenix 6x Tactical SS. Swap between them

Hi @DesFit, I have a suunto 5. I use it for gym, surf, cycling, and I'm mad about this Garmin, so can I just go get it, or is there any caveat?

Des, does this new Instinct have a higher screen resolution than the regular Instinct 2?

Which one you prefer forerunner 955 Non solar or instinct 2x solar at the same price? Use it mostly for cycling & running and don't use navigation

Just got Instinct 2 Solar few months ago 😭

I wonder how good the processor inside is ... I have the descent G1 ... and it has some lagging... sometimes, I have to press the buttons twice to register the command ...

What is the width of strap please? And the glass is bit curved as on instinct 2 or it is straight? Thanks.

I’ve always wondered if the max quoted battery life using GPS which is quoted in hours, accounts for the fact that there is going to be a night or two in the meantime.

I have an aging FR245 and was considering replacing it with a Instinct 2 Solar due to being below 300€ but do you think this is the one to go with at 450€?

Hoping to see nap detection added to this

Could you please post video showing builtin watch faces ? Thanks

Hey Des, great review! But where is it the one for GBD-H2000?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting to see if they will add Strava integration or data export from the app so I can fully analyze the data. It’s in the works apparently but no timeline has been given. Soon I hope! Thanks!

@jorgepitacua4661

Жыл бұрын

​@@DesFit Hey Des, thanks for your awesome reviews, quick question: if I'm not into the whole exporting data or integration with other apps, would you recommend to buy the H2000? From the accuracy point of view, like steps count, HR. Thanks!

@brotaque

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit Wonderful! Thanks!

What would be better. Garmin instinct 2x Solar or the garmin tactix delta Solar at 699$. Thank you 🙏🏾

I am interested in a smart watch to track my sleep, indoor running, pool swimming, indoor biking, bodybuilding, Pilates and hart rate in the sauna. I could choose from GARMIN INSTINCT 2X SOLAR TACTICAL (2500 RON), GARMIN FORERUNNER 265 (2500 RON), POLAR GRIT X PRO (2470 RON), SUUNTO 9 PEAK PRO (2400 RON) or COROS VERTIX 47MM - all are kind of the same price in my country. I like the 15 ATM of the COROS VERTIX 47MM and the 10 ATM of the instinct, grit x pro and 9 peak pro compared with the 5 ATM of the forerunner 265. I have no idea which one would suit better my needs. Please help. Thank you!

Hi Des, I have a question that I cant find some indications but never a clear answer to on any test or website. Is it possible to load applications like the surfline app, tidal data, or weather forcast in the Garmin APP onto the Instinct 2x (or even Instinct 2 or Instinct 1) or are these features only reserved for the "Surf" models? The Instinct Surfs have colors that dont appeal to everybody, and on the 2X there isnt even a Surf Edition. Appreciate if you or anyone could answer this.

Is Garmin Coach compatible with this model? I do use it with my Forerunner 245 and do not want to lose that option. Thanks

Quick question. Would you consider this or the F6 pro a better choice? I am coming from a gen1 Venu and have had a really hard time reading the screen in bright sunlight. I like the features of the IX2 but the F6pro has some nice ones as well. I am torn between the two. I primarily walk, hike, weights, some swimming or biking, and occasional golf (but never used a watch map, just the distance notifications). My wrist is about 189mm so maybe medium. Both watches are under $450 right now so those are the ones that cover most of what I like. Thanks in advance.

@Kaushalk1011

7 ай бұрын

Honestly I would consider the instinct 2x because the fenix 6 pro is a 3 year old watch with Garmin elevate 3 heart sensor whereas elevate 4 in the 2x. Though they have the same price, why would you buy a 3 year old watch compared to a 6 month old watch?

I wish 2X features would also include in ordinary one especially the torch. I have small wrist 😥

Any differnce in GPS with Instinct 2?

Why my new Instinct 2x tactical doesn't show saved locations names on map like my instinct first edition does? Is this a feature or a bug?

Does this watch have blood oxygen 24h? Thanks for your great review

@paradoks7487

2 ай бұрын

Yes

I have the Garmin Fenix 6 and now the Amazfit Falcon and the one thing they struggle with is sleep for a night shift worker. They just don't want to recognize that you are sleeping from 8 am to 4 pm.

@nichodula

Жыл бұрын

the mi band has better sleep tracking abilities than garmin

Last night I was able to monitor the internet release of Instinct 2X Solar. I took the plunge today and bought it online thru Garmin. My last Garmin watch was a Fenix 3 and I also used a Garmin HRM. Will let you know how the Instinct 2X Solar performs.

I have the first version of Instinct that is not solar. So the first version has an issues with the the gps the accuracy with elevation. Battert life was not good and also the wrist hr as terrible so i had to bye additional strap. So i recetly bought this solar 2x model and i expect to have more of this things fixed. I even havent tried it yet to see :)

Does Instinct 2x Solar TACTICAL comes with "TRAINING READINESS" ?

hello, does anyone know if the instinct 2X has tides in the same way as the instinct 2 surf solar? so that you can see it on the home screen as a widget. Have the precision problems in the tides been solved? thank you!

Any updates on instinct 3?

Nice watch depending on where you are coming from. I wanted to try it as a 2nd watch next to Epix Pro. Cannot stand the quality of the display after amoled on Epix Pro. The watch was in the box back to Garmin in one day.

I would love to see from you a full review of the new Huawei Ultimate 😎 It's not a sports watch but looks interesting!!

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

I can’t test Huawei watches fully from the United States as some features require cloud services that aren’t available here.

@athanasioskoultoukis551

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit i didn't know that. ☺️

Is it possible to get tide info without garmin IQ app?

Wich one would you buy instinct 2x or gbd h2000, just for gym use and notifications, and some running ? there is a price diference of a 100€ in spain being the casio gbd cheaper than de 2x.

@Psysso

4 ай бұрын

Forget gshock, for fitness garmin is king. Casio has stayed in the 90s with its technology. Also their app is hot garbage.

guys, should i buy this or Gshock GBD H2000? I do just running and hiking. Heart beat is good thing, other features i dont care much. I like rugged style. Currently owning 2 gshocks (not smartwatch).. Or should I just forget about fitness watch, just go for expensive gshock MTG B3000?

Just brought Instinct 2 Tactical for 310$ because it was on sale, and I was pretty sure new model is coming right when the price tag dropped up since I have been doing research on which smartwatch to buy for hikes and so on and prices haven't changed much. Made my mind and then saw it on sale like it was a sign! Yeah the X version has such a great updates but idk, will wait maybe for Instinct 3 or so to upgrade later, since technology wise things move really fast. I Just hope Garmin fixes and gives more attention to software also in upcoming years since sleep tracking isn't near as good as Apples, and maybe they won't be selfish and give updates to all series models they are working on rather than giving full attention to new ones like I2X

@ecoone5475

Жыл бұрын

I have the same ,,problem'' i just bought the instinct 2 sol. Tac. and i dont know if i should send this one back and just buy the 2X

@cridery1055

Жыл бұрын

@@ecoone5475 I mean if money isn't the issue for you I'd definitely return and get 2 X because I think flashlight is handy tool just two clicks away and dual band gps is great upgrade.

@ecoone5475

Жыл бұрын

@Cridery yeah it is, but i got the instinct 2 sol. Tac. For around 369 € and the 2X is 500 €... and the 130 € is i think a bit much for a better gps and a flashlight or ?

@cridery1055

Жыл бұрын

@@ecoone5475 yeah I'm not sure about it 😅 afaik 2X has better battery, solar generates more battery life, multi band gnss (which I don't know tbh, both multi band and non band have their pros and cons), flashlight and some software features that simple instinct 2 doesn't have yet (hopefully they update it). I'm not returning my 2s tactical order for this since many people still run their first gen instincts and are happy. Will wait year or two or so for instinct 3 since I guess flashlight and dual band gnss will be baseline hopefully. When I think about if 2x tactical was in 350-400 price range I'd return, but now for me and also as you said like 130 euro gap is just too much tbh :D will wait for another model or w/e since technology is moving fast these days and smartwatches industry is fighting each other everyday which hopefully brings out best of garmin.

Do You think It could be a good option compare to the 955 for ultra running (15 to 25 hours)?

@ililililililililililiiiliilli

Жыл бұрын

Very sure

B-Roll 😍

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

A bit of motivation from watching the master!

@mlegrand

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit - You should 100% avoid doing whatever I'm doing. 😂 But your footage looked great and I like the quick intro and right into the content. 👌 Great review as always. 👏🏻

Casio need to release new rangeman..... i like this garmin

Big compass with bolts and huge price.

I have the original instinct and was about to pull the trigger on the Crossover. Now I have another option... Which do you prefer?

@Mdogbrown

Жыл бұрын

Get the 2x!

I have the Instinct 2 Solar. If I upgrade to the 2X, will I be able to automatically transfer all my settings, apps, and widgets; or is this something I have to do manually?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Manually for settings and apps but your activity history and physiological metrics will transfer over.

@HumbleCowboy92

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit Thanks! I am excited to get mine! I just put an order in 😄

I have a fénix 5, I was waiting for a sale on fénix 7 but this model changes things... My fénix is still working great, it just lacks all new SW features and the torch 🔦...

are there any good news for the Instict 2X Pro?

@joeldeakin2003

Ай бұрын

The 2x is the pro

If I had instinct 2 definitely not worth the 2X . My question is if I have an Epix Gen2 should I try the 2X Instinct? Maybe if I want to forget about the charging time 🙈🙏

Does the flashlight work for notifications?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

It's a manually enabled feature

Instinct 2x or enduro 2? Wch one would u suggest has better navigation (hiking) and accurate heart rate?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Navigation goes to the Enduro 2 since it has full topo and landscape maps. HR accuracy is respectable on both but the Instinct may have a slight advantage due to the band design, but that’s splitting hairs.

@nirvana4698

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit thx a lot

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

Instinct 2x or Foreunner 265?

So many Garmin watches now! Buy one, and it is out of date, sometimes less than a year later. Will not be upgrading. Some of these features should have been on the Instinct 2. Very interesting review, though.

@AmnesiaTanner

Жыл бұрын

haha i feel the same way. i’ve loved the instinct since version one but i still haven’t bought one because i’m waiting for the instinct 3. as soon as i give up and buy the instinct 2x, it will be released. i’m sure of it.

@charlesellwood5422

Жыл бұрын

@@AmnesiaTanner 😊 definitely! and it will have something that isn't available on the 2X.

@mattdeman5200

3 ай бұрын

That’s life though.

Curious how the MMA mode works. Can you really wear a watch whilst fighting?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Likely not but you can pair an HRM Pro to the watch, wear it under a shirt, start the activity and put it off to the side and still be able to record your heart rate. Someone with experience with MMA May be able to chime in more on the viability of using a chest HR strap during that kind of activity.

@savagedriver1967

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit that certainly makes sense. Or you wear the watch under the glove?

I only wear my instinct when i hike. I got a watch 5 for my edw.

Is Apple Watch’s 3rd gen hr sensor more accurate than the garmin ‘s 4th gen elevate hr sensor?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

For workouts maybe a bit of an advantage but it doesn’t track HR a true 24/7 like a Garmin, as Apple Watches take periodic samples throughout the day (outside of workouts) vs constantly.

@sanidhyashukla421

Жыл бұрын

@@DesFit thanks!

Ability to pair with cycling power meters??

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Yup! With full ANT+ cycling dynamics

does it have vo2max for cycling?

@DesFit

Жыл бұрын

Yup, when paired with a cycling power meter

huawei watch ultimate? When? :))

Just got my 2X and the gesture mode seems to be really insensitive in that I have to really twist my wrist to get it to come on, on my other garmin's they did not need such an obvious movement, has anyone else come across this?

Will Fenix 7 get some of those new activity profiles? 💪

@Ju_Johnny_

Жыл бұрын

You could be sure, that the Fenix 8 would be even better, but not at that price tag