Garmin is ready to take the wraps off its latest fitness tracking smartwatches at CES 2025. The Instinct 3 lineup marks the first time the series has featured an AMOLED display and comes joined by a new solar-powered option.

The setup of the Instinct 3 range mirrors the Garmin Fenix 8 range, which also has solar, AMOLED and a cheaper E model. The Instinct 3 is likely to draw some customers away from the flagship Fenix 8, which is much more expensive, though does offer some key upgrades including offline maps.

Suitable for multi-day hikes and long camping trips, Garmin claimes this sports watch has up to 24 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, and nine days in always-on mode. Available in the 45mm and 50mm sizes,

The Garmin Instinct 3 sees the sports watch master bring OLED screen tech to its adventure watch line, along with more options for buyers.

Garmin produces more variations on the smartwatch theme than anyone else, and the Instinct series is the range that prioritizes battery life first and foremost (with a little help from solar charging).

Garmin has just unveiled the Instinct 3 Series, a bold and rugged smartwatch lineup tailored for adventurers and fitness enthusiasts alike. Taking cues from the flagship Fenix models, the third iteration of Garmin's more affordable outdoor watch is full of surprises.

Garmin has announced the Instinct 3 series as the latest addition to its line-up of rugged smartwatches. Taking inspiration from the brand's flagship Fenix 8 line, the Instinct 3 features a brand-new AMOLED display and metal-reinforced bezel for extreme durability.