– Added Training Readiness suite of metrics (like Fenix 7 series) – Added flashlight/torch, both white and red light, plus strobe options (like Fenix 7X or Enduro 2 series) – Added multiband/dual-frequency GPS/GNSS – Massively increased battery claims/specifications (see battery chart) – Increased solar panels by 50% compared to Instinct 2 Solar – Increased display size from 0.9” to 1.1” – Increased watch size to a 50mm case (previous Instinct 2S is 40mm and Instinct 2 is 45mm) In any case, here’s how it differs from the Instinct 2 series – and, how similar it’s become to the Fenix 7 series: That was followed up nearly 2 years later with an Instinct 1 Solar series that had significantly revamped internals – just like this. This is common in Garmin land, and in fact when Garmin first introduced the Instinct 1 units they didn’t have solar. In fact, it’s probably best described as an Instinct 2.5X – meaning, it’s not quite hitting the bar for a someday Instinct 3, but it’s a far better unit than the Instinct 2 series. But in reality, that’d be woefully wrong. What’s Changed:Īt first glance, you might assume this is just a slightly bigger Instinct 2. If you found this review useful, you can use the links at the bottom, or consider becoming a DCR Supporter which makes the site ad-free, while also getting access to a mostly weekly video series behind the scenes of the DCR Cave. Once this unit goes back, I’ll go out and buy my own for any future testing needs. As usual, this review is not sponsored (nor does any company get to preview anything I review), and I don’t take any advertiser money from any companies I review. Garmin sent over media loaners to test out. As usual, I’ll dive into what works well, and what needs more work – there’s a helping of both in this unit. Swims, rides, runs, hikes, trail runs, gym, and whatever else floated my boat (except, I don’t have a boat). Putting it through more paces than I can shake a stick at. In any case, I’ve been testing the Instinct 2X for quite some time now. The company is now applying that same concept here with the Instinct 2X, albeit by taking already existing features from higher-end units. A blend of market interest validation tests (do people find this new feature useful?), with charging a premium for said fancier features. From the first Fenix X variant back on the Fenix 5X, Garmin used the larger size unit to ‘introduce’ new features to the market. In effect, the Instinct 2X follows in the footsteps of Garmin’s Fenix X variants. But beyond that, and most critically for those wanting higher accuracy, the Instinct 2X also includes multiband/dual frequency GNSS/GPS. This flashlight has multiple modes, including strobe and red-light mode. However, most notably, it becomes the next series of watches to include the flashlight, which Garmin launched on the Fenix 7X last year. All Rights Reserved.Garmin’s new Instinct 2X aims to complete the threesome size lineup of the Instinct 2 series, offering now a small, medium, and large edition. All content of the Dow Jones branded indices © S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC 2019 and/or its affiliates. Standard & Poor's and S&P are registered trademarks of Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC and Dow Jones is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC. Dow Jones: The Dow Jones branded indices are proprietary to and are calculated, distributed and marketed by DJI Opco, a subsidiary of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC and have been licensed for use to S&P Opco, LLC and CNN. Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is the property of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. Factset: FactSet Research Systems Inc.2019. Market indices are shown in real time, except for the DJIA, which is delayed by two minutes.
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