Garmin has simply introduced the Intuition 3 sequence, in addition to the Intuition E and new HRM-200. The Intuition 3 takes the present Intuition 2 lineup and will increase it to each an AMOLED & MIP based mostly show possibility. That ought to be no shock, given they did exactly that with the Fenix 8 this previous summer time. And likewise, with the Fenix E, the Intuition E goals to be the extra budget-friendly providing.
The most important ticket merchandise on the Intuition 3 is, after all, the AMOLED show possibility, letting you select which show sort you want whereas nonetheless retaining the rugged look. Nevertheless, Garmin has additionally expanded the LED flashlight to each the small and bigger case sizes, whereas beforehand the bigger Intuition 2X solely had the flashlight. Past that, they added a bunch of minor options that have been beforehand Photo voltaic/Tactical-only, comparable to Garmin Pay.
Now word that this isn’t a full in-depth evaluation. I merely haven’t had the models lengthy sufficient to say whether or not they’re good or unhealthy. Nor has anybody else exterior of Garmin. Thus, await my full in-depth evaluation, after I do a few of my trademark stupid-epic sports activities/journey testing, to see whether or not this watch is value your cash.
With that, let’s dive into it.
What’s New:
Under is an inventory of the entire variations between the Intuition 3 and the Intuition 2 sequence. Preserving in thoughts the Intuition 2X was launched a yr after the Intuition 2, and kinda served as an Intuition 2.5, including in some options that the Intuition 2 didn’t have. I’ll attempt to make clear that are which beneath. Additionally, anticipate this record to develop with the extra time I spend with the gadgets.
– Added AMOLED show possibility
– Elevated photo voltaic charging energy by 5x in comparison with Intuition 2 Photo voltaic
– Added flashlight to each sizes (45mm and 50mm)
– Elevated show sizes for AMOLED models (Photo voltaic is similar)
– Ditched secondary show window on AMOLED, however stored it on Photo voltaic
– Elevated distinction by 2x on Photo voltaic editions (versus Intuition 2)
– AMOLED Show Sizes: 45mm is 1.2” show, 50mm is 1.3” show
– Photo voltaic Show Sizes: 45mm is 0.9” show, 50m is 1.1” show
– Added metallic ring into bezel as “reinforcement”
– Added multiband/dual-frequency GNSS/GPS to all models (Intuition 2X had it)
– Added Garmin’s SatIQ function to all models (an enormous deal for battery)
– Added Hill Rating
– Added Endurance Rating
– Added Coaching Load Focus
– Added Coaching Load Ratio
– Added Multisport/Triathlon Auto Transition
– Added Nap Detection
– Added Sleep Coach
– Added Muscle Map for Power Exercises (AMOLED solely)
– Added Power Exercise Animations (AMOLED solely)
– Added Garmin Share
– Added Garmin Messenger compatibility
– Added Garmin Pay as customary on all models
– Added giant font mode (launched on different Garmin models just lately)
– Added new coloration choices (see beneath)
From a pricing standpoint, it’s:
– AMOLED: $449 for the 45mm and $499 for the 50mm
– SOLAR: $399 for the 45mm and $449 for the 50mm
– Intuition E: $299 for the 40mm and $299 for the 45mm
And right here’s the colours for every:
For battery life, it’s claimed as follows:
Nonetheless, there are two large/apparent gaps that I see with the Intuition 3 lineup:
1) No Garmin Elevate V5 optical HR sensor: At a time when each different watch available on the market has this, Garmin introducing $500 GPS watches with out it’s simply flat-out weird. However then once more, the $3,200 MARQ® Adventurer Damascus Metal Version doesn’t have it both, soo…yeah.
2) No Maps: Whereas the watch after all does routing/navigation, there’s really no maps. I fail to know how all of Garmin’s rivals can ship that within the $200-$350 value vary, but Garmin can’t. Be it Apple, Google, COROS, AmazFit, Suunto, Polar, or others. The system itself has 3.7GB of storage, of which 2.7GB is used already by the OS and different options. Thus, this doesn’t appear hopeful until Garmin takes the method like AmazFit or COROS of permitting very small map downloads.
3) Lack of touchscreen: That is actually the most important shock, particularly on the AMOLED version. As Garmin crams in additional info and particulars into the AMOLED model from a show UI standpoint, this omission is awkward.
However extra on these in my full in-depth evaluation. Talking of which, by way of ordering, you’ll be able to pre-order beginning on January tenth. Nevertheless, definitely don’t anticipate my evaluation by then. As all the time, I attempt to push these watches to their limits (a lot to my legs’ dismay), somewhat than simply run across the block as soon as for half-hour and calling it completed. Select your reviewers correctly…
AMOLED vs MIP Facet-by-Facet:
Okay, so let’s simply take a look at some fast issues side-by-side right here, so you will get a really feel for the 2 models and the way the shows differ. As a result of in the end, that’s most likely the most important choice you’d have to make. Nevertheless, earlier than we try this, a fast look at the way it compares to the Intuition 2X externally, notably the metallic bezel ‘reinforcement’ as Garmin calls it:
Above/beneath at left, the Intuition 2X, and at proper, the Intuition 3 AMOLED. Observe that metallic bezel ’strap’ wrapping spherical above the buttons.
In the meantime, on the again is the outdated Gen4 optical HR sensor:
Okay, so let’s examine side-by-side between Intuition 3 AMOLED and Intuition 3 SOLAR. So above we’ve scrolled down from the watch faces into the widgets. You’ll see the Photo voltaic depth on the Photo voltaic/MIP editions (all MIP editions are Photo voltaic, and there’s no Photo voltaic on the Intuition 3 AMOLED). You’l discover how there’s nonetheless the cut-out window within the MIP/SOLAR unit for ancillary info. Within the case of the Intuition 3 AMOLED, they kinda try this in sure areas, however not all the things (for instance, in a exercise you get the total display).
Right here’s the climate side-by-side, once more, noticing how they leverage the mini-screen for the present climate on Photo voltaic, however on AMOLED they skip that for extra brilliance.
Subsequent, particulars like Coaching Readiness. Right here we see the colours used, but in addition mimicking that mini-display on the AMOLED version. Observe that the Intuition 2 didn’t initially launch with Coaching Readiness, however finally gained it in a function replace.
Whereas options like Coaching Load Focus are certainly new to the Intuition 3, after being launched on numerous Forerunner and Fenix watches during the last yr or so.
Switching into the sports activities menu, all of the sports activities are the identical because the Intuition 2X, although right here Garmin splits the icons to totally different locations relying on which mannequin you might have.
Relating to the flashlight, each the 45mm and 50mm variants of the Intuition 3 have it (the Intuition E doesn’t). You’ll be able to double-tap the higher left button to activate it, which additionally exhibits you a management alongside the left edge. There are 4 ranges of white brightness, and 1 purple coloration.
Right here’s the flashlight on the entrance of the unit:
In the meantime, throughout the settings, you’ll see not solely the brand new multiband/dual-frequency choices, but in addition the SatIQ possibility. SatIQ is arguably one in all Garmin’s finest options, in that it dynamically modifications which satellite tv for pc sorts are used based mostly on the circumstances in actual time (e.g., in an open area it’ll cut back the GPS sort because it’s not wanted, however will ramp it again up once more within the mountains). It’s extremely cool, and I’m glad to see it arrive right here on the Intuition 3. Within the menus although, this function is called ‘Auto Choose’.
Now, as I famous above, the most important disappointment is the dearth of mapping. Nonetheless, oddly, within the menus there’s a ‘Map’ toggle together with (for extra apparently) a sub-toggle for ‘Cities’. Garmin says it will present the situation of a close-by metropolis. In any case, there merely isn’t a lot area on the system for maps, until Garmin essentially shifts/modifications how they do maps.
Final however not least, the Intuition 3 now has the Massive Font possibility, for these younger at coronary heart, however with older eyes. Or, simply eyes that have been by no means tremendous amazeballs to start with.
Once more, extra particulars down the highway in my evaluation.
Wrap-Up:
After all, the Intuition 3 coming was no shock. Garmin.com themselves leaked it again in November, after which a retailer doubled-down on that over the previous weekend. None of which have been all that removed from actuality. Likewise, Garmin is a reasonably predictable firm in terms of mid-range and decrease gadgets, just like the Intuition. They take options from higher-end gadgets, and a yr or so later, cross them all the way down to mid-range gadgets. Rinse and repeat to lower-end gadgets.
Subsequently, all the things we’ve seen on the Intuition 3 has largely come from both the Fenix/Forerunner models (e.g. shift to AMOLED) or the Venu 3 sequence (e.g. numerous wellness options). And there’s completely nothing fallacious with that. In any case, bringing down these options to lower-priced gadgets is what everybody needs.
I’ll be eager to see how properly the brand new photo voltaic charging functionality works, and whether or not it lives as much as its claims. In my Fenix 8 SOLAR and Enduro 3 testing this summer time, whereas the numbers have been nonetheless very spectacular, they each really fell wanting Garmin’s claims. Inversely, their AMOLED watches (together with the Fenix 8 AMOLED) proceed to exceed their claims. Concern not, I’ve received some concepts in thoughts for side-by-side testing.
With that – thanks for studying, and be happy to drop any questions down beneath.
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