Garmin Instinct 2x Solar Tactical: Real world review

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@codyjohnson9781 9 ай бұрын

I've had this watch for a month now and it's awesome. The fitness tracking features are great.

@royse05 8 ай бұрын

Great review, I think this sealed the deal on me getting the Instinct 2x Solar Tactical

@IHaulBoxes 7 ай бұрын

I got the 2X and what I do to mitigate the map feature is: I plan out my hike and just put off track waypoints named after a landmark of intrest. Like "lake" or "tower". It's absolutely more than adequate. That along with slower processing is a tradeoff worth making at 1/3rd the price. After all this tech will probably be obsolete in 5 years time.

@BladeDoomer86 3 ай бұрын

With Ai, make it 2yrs..

@THExDUDEx8624 3 ай бұрын

For sure. One direction Garmin has been going that I don't like. It's almost like Samsung or Google now it seems. A new version of the watch you wear every year. That sucks , because you spend a bunch of money and have something that's outdated way faster. I refuse to go along with the program 😂. Sold my smart watches and got an instinct original. I got it like 2 years after it came out. I fell in love with the instinct instantly. Haven't noticed battery issues after a couple years 👍🏼

@WristWatcher 3 ай бұрын

Can you explain waypoints more please

@bulistabs 3 ай бұрын

Do you need your phone to use the gps feature. Or does it work off satellite?

@IHaulBoxes 3 ай бұрын

@@WristWatcher The watch only displays your planned track and breadcrumb trails. No true maps. But you can mark certain "points of interest" (= gps coordinates which you can give a name) in the vicinity of your route to help orient yourself. These marked points are called "waypoints" in Garmin explore (the software/app where you build your courses).

@larrydotsonviet2 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your video! It’s on sale right now so I had to pick one up! Really excited to use it on my deployments! Perfect Christmas gift my myself! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!

@tcwhite0104 5 ай бұрын

stay safe out there.

@hakunamatata324 8 ай бұрын

Well, I just found my dream watch. Thank you.

@ponolovefarms3926 5 ай бұрын

I love the track me mode when hunting mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest

@godsangryhands4499 2 ай бұрын

I am currently in the market for 1 of these.. This video was a great reference! Thanks!

@alvilda09 9 ай бұрын

Ty for awesome review, my instinct tactical on the way 🤘

@stinct1776 7 ай бұрын

Very succinct review and to the point. Awesome work, and subscription earned. Instinct makes more sense for the daily average user. But, for an "end of world" scenario those pre-loaded maps on the more expensive watch could make all the difference you will ever need.

@butoikaruga 6 ай бұрын

Amazing review. I have the instinct 2 tactics, and I never been able to charge it via solar that equals in positive charge. I've contacted them and said there is nothing wrong with it, since is mean to 'maintain' at best.

@bwalbwal7895 8 ай бұрын

Loving my 2X. Gettting on average 30 days charge (leaving about 8 days worth of battery charge). The torch is great for sneaking out of my girlfriends house when needed. The GPS is good - love having the MGRS too. Nice and rugged as well. I like that I can change out the watch band easily too.

@corporatemcmahon2815 19 күн бұрын

@@BhutWhut Please delete that comment! All is good. Okay?

@KM-je5xt 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your time ṭhis help me tun for me. Got a good price this boxing day 😊

@discipleaj 9 ай бұрын

Great review, thank you. I've stuck with my solar Casio mudmaster (the later version of the Pathfinder series) precisely because it has full reliability with solar endurance and its a really tough watch. I said to friends of mine that I didn't want a Garmin until technology had caught up to allow their watches the advantages of solar charge whilst still having majority of they key features, and it seems that this watch does exactly that. 😃 Now all I need to do is subliminally justify the cost of my second solar watch to my wife via various direct and indirect tactics. Something I think this watch can help with. 😏

@tuliombtrindade 8 ай бұрын

Ok.. So we are stuck with the same gshock model... and it is indestructible :). But i also believe that is the one

@jrdsm 7 ай бұрын

count me in, lol I had my mudmaster since 2015, I think this is the one im waiting for

@tomistrawberry1299 7 ай бұрын

Mudmaster is awesome (i have one) but what It lacks compared to Garmin instinct is GPS navigation, and that's a deal breaker for me.

@federicovenier5517 5 ай бұрын

I'm stuck with my Casio ProTrek PRX2000T. I cannot find a valid replacement, and I have been looking for several years. 100% solar, Digital time, silver Titanium band, scratch protection: the impossible mix!

@Ogokao 3 ай бұрын

I am also stuck with a Casio G-shock watch , The "GW-9400 Rangeman" , i really want that Garmin but i feel stupid when i know that i wont use my Rangeman anymore if i get the Garmin :(

@treysanders4509 9 ай бұрын

I got the same watches as you. I don’t think the review could get any better. I love both watches and they have help me cheat a little bit when it came to grid coordinates in the army. Lol but I definitely agree with everything you said. For the average person they could get away with the regular versions if needed. I used to do airborne missions back in the day and honestly never used the jump features. The hole reason why I even bought the watch. Lol. Would have been nice to try it out though. I catch myself wearing the instinct more. Far as the mapping on the delta. I used it only once just to try it out. To anyone trying to figure out witch watch to get look at what it’s going to be used for. Cuz if you’re not using any of the features then none of these watches are for you. Unless you like me and like collecting gear lol. Great review though. Best one on this watch.

@georgegabriel3818 8 ай бұрын

just bought one, loving it

@Intel_8 9 ай бұрын

Really digging these reviews! Tomorrow is Amazon Prime day so I'm hoping to grab one of these on sale.

@willlatham7878 9 ай бұрын

Did they go on sale?

@Intel_8 9 ай бұрын

@@willlatham7878 Nope. Still $499. We’ll see what Black Friday brings. Also keeping an eye on the hybrid models. I like the traditional look of the hybrids with hour and minute hands.

@brandonrivera3224 9 ай бұрын

Have this watch and absolutely love it

@BhutWhut 3 ай бұрын

Did you get it?

@lens7859 9 ай бұрын

Nice review, might be on my Christmas wish list

@Justyburger 6 ай бұрын

I have the Instinct 2x solar tactical in black. I do ocean swims with it, run with it, gym with it, sleep with it etc etc. What I love about it is the battery life, the weight, how rugged it is and of course the price. In the end it does come down to price. I love the Tactix, Epix, Fenix and Enduro, but it's price. In some ways I also prefer the build style of the Instinct, best. I'll explain: There are watches that you can sit flat on a table and there are watches that hold the shape of your wrist (meaning you have to lay them on their side, on a table). In that regard, the Instinct is probably a more comfortable fit. The one thing I would love about the Tactix is that red hue tone. It might only be available on the Amoled? That's the other big decision with the high end watches. Do you pick Amoled or the better battery and always on display? I lean towards the always on display and solar options.

@pin_high 7 ай бұрын

The 2x Solar Tactical is one of the best smart watches I've ever owned. Ive gone over a month without charging it. I use the flashlight all the time and even when tracking hikes or other activities, it last longer than my Apple Watch or Suunto Traverse.

@xiondFirst 6 ай бұрын

Well I hope it lasts longer than Apple Watch the thing barely lasts 1 days and ultra lasts slightly more than a day.

@dnserror89 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review. I just bought one brand new for €319.

@emanuelvega1823 8 ай бұрын

Nice comparison and great video!

@brentthebloodhound 2 ай бұрын

Thank you. I just got one because I workout. Hunt. Fish and hike. It’s really nice. It’s better than Apple Watch. And it helps mesure my sleep too

@AhHereWeGo 8 ай бұрын

I’ve had my instinct 2 tactical solar for about 6 months. Overall I like it, i immediately changed the face so it was easier to see, it’s working great as a fitness/sleep tracker, but even in the sun all day, with what i have turned on, i gotta charge it about once a week

@KevTubeee 6 ай бұрын

Do you by any chance have your 'Pulse Ox' scanning continuously ? Makes a huge difference in battery life. I changed this to 'Manual scan only' and changed the face to a black background with white lettering. I also have a regular size Instinct 2 Solar Tactical. Use it daily: During sleep,in the gym,etc. and I easily get almost a full month per charge ?

@AhHereWeGo 6 ай бұрын

@@KevTubeee I have pulse ox on for sleep, not all day though.

@KevTubeee 6 ай бұрын

Hmm.. Don't know if that will make such a difference then... When I first got my watch I saw a KZfaq 'tips & tricks' video about saving battery life on the Instinct 2. There where a few minor points,but like I said earlier,I easily get almost a month out of every batter charge. And living in Belgium I rarely get alot of sun either. 😂

@404-Err0r 9 ай бұрын

Fantastic review, i love it, please keep it coming! I bought the same one as you after watching your video (Instinct 2x tactical) and your real world review is very accurate. In terms of watch bands (If that's a thing for you), which would suit it as there's not many with the coyote tan color? I got myself a nylon black band, but it's not as nice since the color doesn't really match up. Anyways... it is definitely the best watch I've bought to date, beating my Fenix 7X Solar Sapphire to be honest when it comes to price/features.

@milcommguy5927 9 ай бұрын

I would like to see more on the tactix 7 features "how to"as I am always trying to figure out how to use it, sad as I am using it as a watch and flashlight and nothing else. Good Job.

@702ification 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info!! subbed

@MikeHoncho27542 Ай бұрын

You are a bad influence on me😂😂 I bought the all black sunnto core a few years ago after you did a review. Guess what came in the mail last week? A Garmin instinct 2x tactical. Love the reviews and content. Keep up the great work

@PreparedAirman Ай бұрын

Nutnfancy did that to me for years lol

@cyphre 8 ай бұрын

Instinct definitely has its place among the competitors. More of an all purpose watch with some great GPS functionality. Even the older Fenix models had maps though, just coming at a premium. Really nice solar upgrade for the Instinct though! Definitely better than the original.

@enb3810 8 ай бұрын

I do find it a little frustrating that garmin is so stingy with the storage, it's extremely cheap.

@immortalsoul9122 9 ай бұрын

Great review! I’m saving up for Instinct 2x with metal band (I can’t wear any resin/rubber)

@serafinski_com 9 ай бұрын

6:56 The LED flashlight is the most useful gadget in this watch and is used very often. For example, when I go to the toilet at night so as not to look for the light switch...

@geraldacevedo2003 2 ай бұрын

Real world scenario indeed

@EZTechClass Ай бұрын

True, and you can double click the CTRL button (top left) to quickly turn on/off the flashlight without going via menu

@maxpower2631 10 күн бұрын

I bought this exact same version too, on special offer! Sure, it's got a bunch of tactical features I'll never use but i just love the Coyote Tan colour! It really makes it stand out as an adventure watch, compared to the generic, boring 'smartwatch' look And also because of the excellent & astonishing solar capabilities. Yeah, I love full-colour topographical maps, but when you are getting the full feature set of a Fenix 7 at half the price, it's a worthwhile trade off. The navigation features are more than adequate if you know what you are doing

@trevino73 8 ай бұрын

I own the Garmin Marq Adenvturer and love it. It’s own of my best watches.

@exploringgodscountry 7 ай бұрын

I am sticking with casio. That calculator watch is badass. Not to mention the tv remote.

@jimbo6413 6 ай бұрын

Yeah, 2% drain per day sounds about right. I like the watch. Does everything I'm looking for (tracks my workouts, handles phone/text/email notifications), but not so sure about the "indefinite" spin. Charge lasts for a little over for a month in my experience (which is still pretty amazing). Solar charging is great, but unless you're outside every day for a fairly long stretch (presuming it's sunny), then you won't notice much difference. When I am able to make it outside on a sunny day then the solar charging capability will of course slow the drain down (meaning a 1% or literally 0% drain for that day), but that's about it. Still a solid investment and I'm happy with it.

@federicoezequielmackin 4 ай бұрын

super useful review. thank you

@leonpatrick5606 2 ай бұрын

You must have some small wrists because that watch looks huge on you. I brought the Garmin fenix 7x pro sapphire solar, and it's also a beast. Im charging it once a month with all features on minus the brightness, which is set at 5%. Awesome review

@justsomeguyontheinternet5331 9 ай бұрын

I ran a Garmin Instinct (non-solar, non-tactical) for about two years. I got a Solar 2 Tactical for my anniversary last November, so after almost a year I can say ai really love it. Excellent for my purposes. I run the fitness tracker too much to really get that much out of the solar charge though, but on expedition mode itll just go forever. the flashlight feature on the 2X seems pretty cool though. I kind of wish I had that, but I also EDC a Streamlight Wedge so I dont really need it

@dylantheshotgunner5136 9 ай бұрын

I also run a streamlight wedge. It’s my edc and work flashlight. And it’s been a fantastic light. I’ve dropped it off of the top of semi trailers. Left in the rain for and elements for weeks when I lost it in my work parking lot. It’s been ran over at least 4 times that I know of. I’ve dropped it holding it at least 50 times on concrete. It’s missing a body screw and It has a patina from hell but it’s just as durable as the day I took it out the package. It may be genuinely the toughest flashlight I have ever seen. I still carry it every day.

@dylantheshotgunner5136 9 ай бұрын

Just curious. You wear a garmin and carry a light. So I’m going to assume that you carry a knife too. If so what are you carrying rn and why

@justsomeguyontheinternet5331 8 ай бұрын

@@dylantheshotgunner5136 Benchmade Crooked River. not overtly "tactical" and does what I want. I'm about 6'4 so a full size knife fits me fine.

@jimfromoregonusa9899 8 ай бұрын

Great review, great job done!

@alphonsecadieux6127 5 ай бұрын

That amount of sunlight sure results with a beautiful tan line 😜

@Graves-81_69 4 ай бұрын

To me right now the Tactix 7 series is it. I’m new to it but I’ve wanted a highest quality for a long time and now I can swing one. However my job of 22 years is a pretty demanding trade so I’ve worn out a few GShocks. I’m on board with paying $500 for a watch that’s worth it

@ripkej77 8 ай бұрын

Upgraded from the instinct solar gen 1 to the 2X. The solar actually works and the battery last super long when you dont use GPS ect but 2x longer than the gen 1. Worth the up grade and the flash light will come in handy. 10 out of 10 for me

@grantdeisig1360 7 ай бұрын

I had an instinct solar, and I loved it. Bought it for the battery life alone (great for it's capabilities), but unfortunately, I left it on the hood of my truck and drove off not realizing what I had done. I tried connecting to it while I traced my steps, but I never found it. I was pretty bummed. But I seen the 2x and got kind of excited for it, and then it was just on sale for $399 for black friday, so I couldn't resist. Can't wait to get all those cool features back and then some.

@ripkej77 7 ай бұрын

@@grantdeisig1360 You’ll definitely like the 2X . battery last a long time

@pdvision2194 7 ай бұрын

So I am strongly considering this watch for an applachian trail through hike. If I have GPS on for most of the day, how long of a battery life do you think I'll get with the solar?

@ripkej77 7 ай бұрын

@@pdvision2194 that’s tuff if you are using it all day for several days in a row using GPS tracking i don’t know if any watch would out preform this for battery life .. the Solor will work good at maintaining the battery as long as it’s getting sun . I’ll say this normally used my gps once a day for an hour or so and the battery will last for weeks . also i used the flash light quite a bit lately too . Its 80% and it was last chatged on the 5th so 7 days ago. hope that helps

@pomegranatepip2482 7 ай бұрын

@@grantdeisig1360 instinct solar is a great watch. I have one as well, and I love watching the Fenix crowd looking down their noses at me with all their features they never use. Lol. (I am sure there are exceptions).

@apanmarius 8 ай бұрын

100% the instinct 2x solar is gonna be my next watch

@stretchman490 5 ай бұрын

You should think about adding the coolfire solar charger to your store. Read up on it, as they work amazingly well. For making certain you have a full charge to start with, especially if you're going to need the watch to work.

@Josiah_Sanchez8 7 ай бұрын

Awesome info thank you keep it up very very helpful

@Szymon331 8 ай бұрын

i'm huge fan of Instict series. I have been personally useing first Instict solar about 3 years. 2x tactical is my dream but it is too big for me and i know i dont buy this model. I use this wath daily and when i ride on bicycle (downhill and enduro) and smaller watch i safer and more comfort. Mayby Instict solar 3 will be better like 2x but in smaller body :) Nice review :)

@ni7suj 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. 👊

@chrisallen2792 6 ай бұрын

I can’t go full smart watch. But I have a watch to tell you about. Tissot t touch. I’ve deployed to Iraq many times… and this watch took that beating… and kept working. I was and still am 1 with this watch. I still wear it… I got it in 2003 right after we invaded Iraq. In 21 years I’ve only had to change the battery 3 times. 21 years… 7 deployment…. Still my go to watch. The compass is outstanding. And has saved my ass more then once. Watches these days won’t last but a couple updates. You need to know how to go minimum.

@soundmapper 8 ай бұрын

I have the instinct and it was a gateway into getting their scale. At some point my doctor mentioned I should buy a blood pressure monitor (always been a little high) and look at that, garmin had me covered. I think they have a good stride going. It's a little speedy, but the quality is there.

@user-du8tg4wh3k 8 ай бұрын

nitric oxide daily and in 45 days or less you will see a marked improvement. horbaach nitric oxide mac 3000 mg on amazon. I was running really high BP 190/100 or higher now 120/80 sometimes slightly lower. Um yeah so I am thinking about a 2x over a G Shock GBD-H1000 or H2000 or Garmin Enduro.

@user-uu9oy5wp8l 8 ай бұрын

@@user-du8tg4wh3kIndeed. Beet root is the way to go.

@CallMeColtLLC 9 ай бұрын

I got the Instinct Tactical a few years back because I wasn't sure I'd like wearing a watch daily. Back in my Marine Corps days, I had just a real simple time piece to sync up with others. In case I didn't like it, I didn't get solar. That is my biggest regret. But, I'm not ultra high speed or anything, but I find myself using features on it daily & when I do get time to but on the night vision, I like being able to put that mode on. I think the upgrade to this will be worth it with the added features. The light alone would be a huge help to me a lot, and the solar being in Texas, I'd probably never need to charge it. I'd like to see some of the ballistic features on this watch if that is something you would do a short video on. I have never used any of that software. I'm kinda a FUD and use my notepad.

@danieldavis2292 8 ай бұрын

Yeah I'm with you, I'm still waiting for ANYONE to do a proper review on AB app on both this and the Tactix. Trying to workout how useful it would actually be at the range for quick adjustments without a spotter

@wFear 6 ай бұрын

The ballistic feature pack costs an additional 300£ by the way..

@CallMeColtLLC 6 ай бұрын

@@wFear I didn't even know it cost extra. Go figure. Thank you.

@theroboholics7268 8 күн бұрын

ill surely go for this one ❤

@Ebuthsombat Ай бұрын

Great review, thanks. Im keen to hear your thoughts on your Tactix 7 PB vs your Delta Solar when outdoors and in the field.

@eberry023 8 ай бұрын

I thought the Ballistics main feature was that it was a back up to a jump computer. I was thinking about getting it just to see that difference between my CARP and what the jumpers were likely to come up with before talking to the JM.

@giovannifontanetto9604 5 ай бұрын

Good for tropical countries, I live in Rio de Janeiro, just walking in the street it will charge.

@Thisthat1234 4 ай бұрын

My gen 1 base instinct is still kicking. Looking to upgrade soon

@suryakulshreshtha 6 ай бұрын

As an owner of the similar Instinct 2. I can safely say after 2 years of usage..... Garmin Instinct 2 solar only runs for maximum 5 days with Pulse Ox and Heart Rate on continuous use & no notification connect and twice a day connect to phone via bluetooth for data sync worn all day. 40 percent display brightness. Using GPS only for a 1 to 2 Km run a day.

@mrgreen2769 7 ай бұрын

I was considering the tactical but I don't like the screen layout plus many of the features i'd never use like nightvision, ballistics and so on. I choose the Moss Garmin Instict X2 which has a very nice layout and features i'd likely use. Other than a few extras both watches are about the same and the stealth feature is just an overhyped sales pitch to get military service members to buy. Honestly if we did go to war with China they'd have a fix on all soldiers wearing it, they manufactured most of the components.

@ufcpa1 9 ай бұрын

The Instinct 2x is a good value and I agree with your assessment. It does significantly lack in one area not mentioned, versus the Tactix and Fenix series of watches, in that it has a significant delay in saving activities to memory when completed. This lag can be 15 to 20 seconds, compared to 1 second for the Tactix/Fenix. Considering that the 2x is significantly less expensive than those watches, that may be fine for many. I thought it would be ok for me, but ultimately I returned it and bought a Fenix 7.

@pomegranatepip2482 7 ай бұрын

I’m genuinely amazed that that is an issue for you. Wow.

@starfallmedia329 7 ай бұрын

Bro can't do something else for 15 seconds. Most American thing ever

@xmateinc 6 ай бұрын

The fenix 7 is a better purchase for sure. I don’t think the instinct is worth 500. Maybe 350 but for 500 you might as well get a fenix. Mapping on the tactical sucks.

@258shoff 5 ай бұрын

@@xmateincI prefer the old school g shock look to the instinct

@cape3 Ай бұрын

Is that Lake San Cristobal in your picture? Great review, thanks!

@unityxg 8 ай бұрын

My Daily Driver is an Epix2 Sapphire but this thing is reallllllly cool and I kind of want it.

@Utubeisazzho 8 ай бұрын

They make a good golf watch. Gps to this pin is great. Visuals of each hole with data

@daultinpayne3592 Ай бұрын

Do you have to download a specific app to use it for golf ?

@W5NWA 9 ай бұрын

I have several Garmin watches, well more than several but they include the Garmin Tactix 7 Pro with Ballistics (also solar), the Solar Instinct 2 Tactical (smaller version of this) and this larger version the 2X Solar Tactical. The question is a valid one but the 7 Pro Ballistics is superior to me because of the software which is also available on this model BUT you have to pay the $300 again to activate it so then it becomes an $800 watch not $500. The only real positive is it's a lot lighter and the solar on this one unlike the Tactix is advertised to be superior.

@robertloszewski1347 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for this! I have the Tactix 7 with ballistics and love t, but I’d like to pick this one up as well and you helped seal the deal!

@cbr6864 7 ай бұрын

You make that watch look huge. Was hesitant to purchase but it looks like a normal size watch

@PreparedAirman 7 ай бұрын

It's considered fairly large for the watch community at 50mm, but they do make a 45mm version aswell.

@cantstartafire 8 ай бұрын

Thanks man! Very helpful. Going with the instinct. Cheers! BTW (2x coyote tactical) $399 as of 11/18/23 on the link you provided.

@n057828 8 ай бұрын

Version 1 I got 2-3 weeks battery with most turned off. Returned 😂 Oh just to let you know I’m outdoors 5-6 hours each day delivering Mail!

@engineer12v 8 ай бұрын

Hey there is another big difference lol the tactix has a ballistics computer in it too as well as topo maps which are very useful for land nav

@Pygex Ай бұрын

Just want to point out (I have solar tactical 2, not 2x). If you move a lot in very cold temperatures (-10C to -20C, 14F to -4F), you will love the big buttons on the instinct devices. Being able to toggle GPS, ABC and things you want without taking your warm gloves off is so convenient.

@sometrucka5881 8 ай бұрын

I want one of these watches now..

@josephmcclung9987 7 ай бұрын

Hap Arnold approves of your profile picture.

@asapoaf778 8 ай бұрын

Hi sir, nice video. Although how does the Instinct behave during cold weather? does the battery drop like fast?

@coledobner7059 8 ай бұрын

really cool watch but it looks absolutely massive on your wrist. i prefer traditional land nav tools, but I have never used something like this. have you tested the abrasive resistance of the face? I am a mechanic and army vet who still likes to get out in the woods and practice bushcraft/fieldcraft, and am interested to know if it can stand up to the abuse. Right now I have a 15 dollar Casio forester that i use because i can always go buy another one if it breaks or gets too scratched up. Edit: sorry if i asked a question you talked about in the video i had it on while working.

@apleparulo3958 7 ай бұрын

Looks like a great watch. This model doesn't have topo maps and wondering how useful that would be for someone who is more a bushwacker. Do you think the Instince 2 nav is plenty enough?

@adamw1845 5 ай бұрын

Also sacrifices Spotify. I love been able to listen to my music offline without having to take my phone for a run. I could give up maps and touch screen if it had Spotify offline

@alexsvigos2963 2 ай бұрын

For those who are really wanting the maps option on the tactix but have an iphone, get the instinct. You can download off grid maps on the iphone now that allows you to download as big of an area u want onto your phone to allow navigation even on airplane mode.

@BloodEagleTactical 6 ай бұрын

The watch gps its self has different power modes, low medium and high ping rate. So on low gps mode it will do a ping every 5 min to 10m, on medium it will ping like every 4 to 6 minutes, high is like every 3 minutes. And the only difference besides power is when you bring up your map on your p.c and you'll just see more of a accurate path on high. On low it wont be as accurate but still accurate. You have to look at the manual and online videos to learn more tricks.

@tomassanesson902 7 ай бұрын

Awesome lovet

@SpaceExplorer31 7 ай бұрын

I had the instinct 2 tactical and I sold it to fund the Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Titanium. Wasn’t impressed with Fenix screen. Sold it. Hated it. Might try out the Instinct 2 X.

@pawninwordsandsoon 3 ай бұрын

Manufacturers should work on technology that uses the momentum of movement of your hand to charge the battery. Like a mechanical automatic watch. And combine it with solar in addition to that. It would be so damn amazing never having to plug in your smart watch for charging. The only thing that keeps me off smartwatches is I feel battery life is not reliable

@TAVAAR7 9 ай бұрын

I'll have to wait on getting the 2x. I got the first version solar tactical about 3-6 months prior to the instinct 2x launch announcement 😔. Aside from a battery life issue and sending the first one back for a replacement (and the current one showing similar battery life deterioration) its been a good watch and I got it roughly 25-30% off whatever retail was at the time...probably as a closeout with the 2x incoming. Got other priorities until it needs to be retired anyway. If you have the first version instinct solar tactical is there any chance of you doing a 1x vs 2x comparrison vid? A longer time span use of the 2x would be informative too. 👍

@aqeel77za 18 күн бұрын

Lol, of these track and solar features were originally introduced by Casio Rangeman and GShock series.

@22leggedsasquatch 7 ай бұрын

Please do explain the ballistics aspect. Thanks..

@Army4Runner Ай бұрын

Didn’t read all the comments, but the Tactix 7 AMOLED does have a full aviation navigation (direct-to) capability (not that you can use it flying IFR but it’s a lifeline). Also, the Tactix has the ability to integrate and control other Garmin GPS products such as trolling motors and autopilot on boats. The Tactix also has a sapphire crystal screen and titanium/polymer case. Lastly, I’m unsure if you can change the watch strap on the Instinct, but you can change the Tactix one with their quick fit system. That being said, I’m very likely exchanging my Tactix for the Instinct. One question on the flashlight; when you activate it does it allow you to change the intensity or color after pressing the button twice? The Tactix allows that without having to go into the settings page. Is all that worth $1,500…? Dunno…

@Hey_load 9 ай бұрын

I have the OG instinct solar and love it more than my tactix 7 but I need the actual maps and offline music. Tactix is my go-to.

@MATIvmr 8 ай бұрын

Nice review

@semper7717 4 ай бұрын

Also, Tactix has a bigger screen, colored screen, and some other features that you pay for. Does the Instinct allow you to quickly change out the wristband like the Tactix does?

@naoidfpaiourej3299 7 ай бұрын

I've got big arms but that thing is like wearing a dinner plate. Sticking with the 2 Solar

@Hypnotic6 8 ай бұрын

In my opinion the maps are the only thing that make the difference in smart waches ( and the solar panel is mandatory ) for everything ) :)

@mrgqsmooth73 8 ай бұрын

Nice info

@roddenby 8 ай бұрын

The tactix 8 is going to have to be amazing for me not to go to the instinct series for my next watch.

@Yugo-CA 6 ай бұрын

Could not find an answer to my question and your videos have been the most helpful so far with the Garmin watches. My previous phone after opening the connect app and it connects to my instincts 2 tactical, I can then close the app and lock my phone and put it in my pocket etc and it would alwasy stay connected (unless I walked away too far) but this new phone I got when I lock the screen and leave the app it disconnects from the watch. Any ideas?

@XrayMike17plus1 8 ай бұрын

I have a Casio Solar Mudmaster on my wrist that Ive used for around 10 years. Not all the features but the ones it has haven't yet failed. Does the Garmin have a sappire crystal? Can you replace the bezel? Curious. I might replace the Mudmaster for the tight features and trade-offs.

@chase_h.01 Ай бұрын

I highly recommend getting a lixada portable solar panel and just charging it off of a batrery bank

@PreparedAirman Ай бұрын

I haven't tried one of those yet. I personally use Powerfilm for solar. Specifically The Life saver max or Lifesaver portable.

@danieldavis2292 6 ай бұрын

Anyone have any experience using the Applied Ballistics app in these watches? This and the tactix? Any way you can do like a comparison video specifically on ballistics and shooting?

@gabrielfelixmunoz739 5 ай бұрын

can you review/go over how the gps works

@opie2736 8 ай бұрын

I have an older instinct model, and one thing I have found is that my watch band began to tear around my favorite slots. I had to start wearing it tighter, and eventually it stretched to a comfortable point. Is the band on the Tactix better? I am looking to get a new watch

@Ravenchaos52 24 күн бұрын

So my question is: what if the grid goes down or satellites go down because of solar flare/nuke, etc.? Will the ABC functions still work or just turn into a regular watch? I think that's why I bought the Suunto Core. Less technology, less issues. Thoughts?

@douglasmontgomery6315 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, nice looking watch. Army here :), what would be nice is having a MULTI-LED (IR, Red & White), so could use it at night and for reading maps without having visible light.

@PreparedAirman 7 ай бұрын

I agree. That's what I was hoping for when it originally came out. I imagine they will have an IR version eventually.

@thatchsmash 4 ай бұрын

Why would you need an IR light on your watch to read a map when you have one on your NODs if necessary?

@PreparedAirman 4 ай бұрын

Not all NODs come with an ir light and if they do, they are not adjustable. all you get is ON and OFF. An adjustable ir light would be a cool feature considering it already comes with NVG mode.

@thatchsmash 4 ай бұрын

@@PreparedAirman .....valid point. It's been well over a decade since i used military NV and my pvs14s ir light wasn't adjustable like you mentioned. Rarely was it ever needed either as i remember

@thatchsmash 4 ай бұрын

Good review btw. You've sold me on this watch as an upgrade over my G-shock, which is stuck in the last century.....like me