Garmin Instinct 3 vs Polar Grit X2: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Instinct 3 is cheaper by SAR 84 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 84
  • Charge less often through the week (18 days vs 7 days)
  • Lower weight: 53 g vs 62 g · slight difference
  • Larger display size: 1.28 in vs 1.2 in · slight difference

The deciding difference here: battery life and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Display size

    1.2 in✓ 1.28 in
  • Battery life

    ✓ 18 days7 days
  • Dimensions

    4.5 × 4.5 × 1.49 cm45 x 45 x 12 millimeters cm

Specifications side by side

14 of 14 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,655
Garmin Instinct 3 specs
PolarSAR 1,739
Polar Grit X2 specs
Reference priceSAR 1,655SAR 1,739
Battery life✓ 18 days7 days
Built-in GPSYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Instinct 3 and the Polar Grit X2?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin Instinct 3: 18 days vs 7 days on the Polar Grit X2. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Instinct 3 and the Polar Grit X2?

No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.

What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Instinct 3 and the Polar Grit X2?

No difference here: display type is AMOLED on both.

What is the difference in display size between the Garmin Instinct 3 and the Polar Grit X2?

Display size is higher on the Polar Grit X2: 1.28 in vs 1.2 in on the Garmin Instinct 3. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.