Garmin Instinct 3 Smart Fitness Watch 45mm AMOLED - Blue | 49-GAR-010-02936-03

• Vivid 1.2-inch AMOLED screen on a tough, adventure-ready build that's tested to military standards
• Up to 18 days battery life in smartwatch mode - weeks between charges
• Multi-band GPS with SatIQ automatically switches satellite systems to balance accuracy and battery
• Built-in LED flashlight with variable brightness and red light mode for night use
• Full health tracking around the clock - heart rate, sleep, Pulse Ox, stress and HRV
• No touchscreen - every function is controlled by physical buttons, reliable in gloves or wet conditions

Garmin Instinct 3 Rugged GPS Smartwatch 45mm AMOLED with Built-in Flashlight and Multi-Band GPS - Blue

A rugged AMOLED smartwatch built for adventurers who need performance, accuracy and longevity:

The Garmin Instinct 3 45mm AMOLED is a rugged GPS smartwatch designed for outdoor use, active lifestyles and all-day wear. It combines a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED display with a fiber-reinforced polymer case, metal-reinforced bezel and scratch-resistant display glass, built and tested to MIL-STD-810 military standards for thermal, shock and water resistance. With a 10 ATM water rating, it handles swimming, surfing and diving without concern.

Multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology for accurate positioning on every adventure:

The Instinct 3 uses multi-band GPS with Garmin's SatIQ technology, which automatically selects the most efficient satellite system - GPS, GLONASS or Galileo - based on the environment. This delivers superior positioning accuracy in challenging terrain, including dense forests, urban canyons and mountainous routes, while intelligently managing battery consumption to extend GPS run time.

Up to 24 days of battery life in smartwatch mode with multiple GPS modes to suit every use:

Battery life scales across a full range of usage modes. In standard smartwatch mode with wrist gesture activation, the 45mm AMOLED lasts up to 18 days. GPS-only mode delivers up to 40 hours, multi-band GPS mode runs to 30 hours, and Max Battery GPS mode extends to 86 hours for ultra-endurance events. Expedition GPS activity mode reaches up to 20 days for multi-week trips.

Built-in LED flashlight and physical button controls for use in any conditions:

A built-in LED flashlight with variable intensity settings and a red light mode makes the Instinct 3 practical after dark, whether navigating a trail or making yourself visible in low light. Unlike most AMOLED smartwatches, the Instinct 3 uses physical button controls throughout - there is no touchscreen. This makes the watch fully operable in rain, with gloves, or with wet hands without any accidental inputs.

Comprehensive 24/7 health and wellness tracking with morning report and women's health features:

Health monitoring runs continuously throughout the day and night, covering wrist-based heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV) status, advanced sleep monitoring with sleep score, Pulse Ox blood oxygen measurement, stress tracking, steps, calories burned and floors climbed. A morning report on waking summarises the previous night's sleep and the day's HRV status. Women's health tracking covers menstrual cycle and pregnancy monitoring. Training readiness, suggested workouts and VO2 max are all included.

Navigation tools, smart connectivity and Garmin Pay for Irish athletes and outdoor enthusiasts:

Built-in altimeter, barometer and 3-axis electronic compass provide full navigation capability without a phone. Smart notifications keep calls, texts and app alerts visible on the wrist when paired with iOS or Android. Garmin Pay enables contactless payments. The Garmin Connect app and Connect IQ store provide access to additional watch faces, data fields and apps. Incident detection and live location sharing add an extra layer of safety for solo activities. A rugged, capable and genuinely long-lasting GPS smartwatch available to buy in Ireland today.

Key Features

1.2-inch AMOLED display - Vivid, high-contrast colour screen at 390 x 390 resolution with 3000 nits peak brightness and scratch-resistant glass.
MIL-STD-810 rugged build - Fiber-reinforced polymer case and metal-reinforced bezel tested to military standards for thermal, shock and water resistance.
10 ATM water resistance - Withstands pressure equivalent to 100 metres depth.
Multi-band GPS with SatIQ - Automatically selects the optimal satellite system for accuracy and battery efficiency.
No touchscreen - button controls only - Fully operable in wet conditions, with gloves or at altitude without accidental inputs.
Built-in LED flashlight - Variable intensity white light plus red light mode for night navigation and visibility.
Up to 18 days battery in smartwatch mode - Weeks between charges in normal daily wear.
86-hour Max Battery GPS mode - For ultra-endurance events and multi-day expeditions. 24/7 heart rate and HRV monitoring - Continuous health data including heart rate variability status and advanced sleep tracking.
Pulse Ox blood oxygen monitoring - Wrist-based Sp02 measurement for altitude and wellness tracking.
Training readiness and suggested workouts - Garmin's readiness score and daily workout recommendations based on your current recovery.
Rucking activity profile - Dedicated activity mode allowing pack weight entry for accurate calorie and training data.
Morning report - Daily summary of sleep quality, HRV status and upcoming calendar on waking.
Women's health tracking - Menstrual cycle and pregnancy monitoring with exercise and nutrition information.
Garmin Pay - Contactless payments directly from the watch.
Incident detection and live location sharing - Sends your location to emergency contacts if an incident is detected.
Connect IQ - Access to additional watch faces, data fields and third-party apps.
Garmin Messenger app support - Two-way text messaging from the wrist.

Specs

• Case size: 45 mm
• Dimensions: 45 x 45 x 14.9 mm
• Weight: 53 g (with band)
• Display: 1.2-inch AMOLED, 390 x 390, 453 PPI, 3000 nits peak brightness
• No touchscreen - button-operated
• Case material: Fiber-reinforced polymer with metal-reinforced bezel
• Band: 22 mm silicone
• Wrist circumference: 137-204 mm
• Water rating: 10 ATM (100 m equivalent)
• Internal memory: 4 GB
• Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz)
• GPS systems: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo with multi-band SatIQ
• Battery type: Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
• Battery - smartwatch mode: up to 18 days (wrist gesture) / up to 8 days (always-on display)
• Battery - up to 18 days
• Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, barometric altimeter, 3-axis compass, thermometer, optical heart rate, Pulse Ox
• Operating temperature: -20° to 60°C
• Compatibility: iOS and Android
• Colour: Blue
• Warranty: 1 year

What's in the box:

• Garmin Instinct 3 45mm AMOLED smartwatch
• Charging/data cable (Garmin proprietary connector to USB-C)

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