Garmin Instinct 2S Solar GPS Watch

The solar lens harvests energy from the sun to extend battery life significantly. In smartwatch mode, it can last up to 51 days provided you get at least 3 hours of direct sunlight (50,000 lux) per day.

Yes, the watch is rated for 10 ATM, meaning it can withstand pressures equivalent to 100 meters deep. Its fiber-reinforced polymer case and scratch-resistant lens are specifically built to handle the physical demands of surfing, windsurfing, and kiteboarding.

Absolutely. While it includes specialized features for water sports, it comes preloaded with activity profiles for running, cycling, swimming, strength training, HIIT, and backcountry skiing, among others.

Yes, it utilizes Multi-GNSS support, which connects to multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo) to provide more accurate positioning than GPS alone, even in challenging environments.

The watch uses wrist-based sensors to monitor your heart rate, blood oxygen levels (Pulse Ox), and stress 24/7. It then synthesizes this data into metrics like Body Battery energy monitoring and sleep scores to help you gauge your recovery and readiness for activity.

Yes, the watch supports Garmin Pay, which allows you to make contactless payments at participating providers directly from your wrist.