This Solar-Powered Garmin Watch Is Currently $200 Off.
Garmin is known for its GPS smartwatches designed for extreme outdoor adventures and hiking. The Garmin Instinct 2X Solar tactical watch is one of the brand’s top solar-charging models, and it’s currently 40% off on Amazon, dropping the price from $499.99 to $299.99.
Compared to its predecessor, the Garmin Instinct Solar 2X generates up to 50% more solar energy thanks to its Power Glass lens, which is especially useful in GPS mode, which can quickly drain the battery. It’s also 0.8 mm thinner and features a built-in LED flashlight, compass, and altimeter. It also offers a range of health and fitness tracking features, including pulse oximetry, heart rate monitoring, and sleep monitoring, designed to help you train and recover more effectively. The watch also features integrated sports apps.
The TrackBack feature is another useful feature, allowing you to use location data to track where you last left your car or where you started your hike. However, this device doesn’t have a touchscreen; users are limited to a button-based interface, and Garmin Connect IQ app support is somewhat limited. The display is also somewhat simpler compared to brighter AMOLED displays like the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (although the MIP display has some advantages over AMOLED ).