Name: Garmin Instinct E 40mm Black/Gray
Brand: Garmin
SKU: 959008
Price: 229 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.5 (2 reviews)

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According to our smartwatch expert

You can keep your smartwatch looking new for longer thanks to the robust and strong watch case.
This Garmin smartwatch has a long battery life, so you don't have to charge it often.
You can measure your endurance and VO2 max, and get tips to improve this.
The watch case of this smartwatch is relatively thick, so it protrudes slightly above your wrist.
You can't control this smartwatch with a touchscreen, but only with buttons on the side.

Description

The Garmin Instinct E 40mm Black/Gray is a robust smartwatch that can withstand a hit. This smartwatch is suitable for rough conditions thanks to the silicone watch case. It's also waterproof up to 100m deep, so you can wear it safely while swimming. This 40mm watch is suitable for small wrists. The watch case is relatively thick, so the watch sits high on your wrist and appears larger. You can control this smartwatch with buttons on the side, as it doesn't have a touchscreen. You can even measure your sports and health data accurately. This way, you can keep track of your progress. You can also easily read all your data on the MIP screen. The battery lasts 14 days, so you don't have to charge it often. You can't make contactless payment with the Instinct E.

This watch is recommended for a wrist circumference of 13 to 15cm.

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Manual(3.86 MB)
USB-C charging cable (excluding charger)

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Key specs

Android, iOS

40 mm

13 - 15 cm

Quality of sports readings

Good

Quality of health readings

Good

336 hours

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Our expert review

Great sports watch with basic functions

Compact sports watch with basic functions and measurements
2 weeks battery life
Fits comfortably
Few additional features and training analysis

I tested the Garmin Instinct E for 2 weeks. This outdoor smartwatch is sturdy, powerful and comfortable. The Instinct E is a basic sports watch without many extra functions. Are you looking for an easy sports watch? Then the Instinct E is for you. Do you want more extensive measurements and analyses of your sports results? Then I recommend the Garmin Instinct 3 or a Garmin Fenix smartwatch.

Size and design I tested the Instinct E 45 millimeters. This is actually too big for my wrist of 14 centimeters in circumference. Still, I think this watch fits quite comfortably. This is due to the plastic watch case and rounded corners. These fit well on my wrist. I do find the watch thick. As a result, it does not always fit well through the sleeve of a tight sweater or t-shirt.

Black and white screen and operation with buttons The Instinct E has a black and white screen. With the button at the top left I make the screen brighter. If there is little light, then this is really necessary. I personally find this a bit inconvenient, but you get used to it. The Instinct E does not have a touchscreen, so I operate the watch with the buttons on the side. I test so many watches with touchscreens that I had to get used to this again. During a workout, I find the buttons handy, because that way I don't accidentally click the wrong button.

2 weeks battery life In the 2 weeks that I have been using the Instinct E, I have charged it once. I exercise an average of 3 times a week: running with GPS on (which uses more battery) and fitness exercises at home without GPS. The watch does not have many other functions. I can read messages from my smartphone, but I can't really answer them with the Instinct E. So I really think of this as a sports watch.

Good sports measurements I have run, skated and done fitness exercises at home with the Instinct E. The watch measures all of this precisely. After my workout, I know, among other things, how many sets I have done, my heart rate zones and how many calories I have burned. I also use this watch to measure my VO2 max, HRV status, body battery, stress level and sleep quality.

Review by:
Lodi. Smartwatch specialist.
Date:
10 February 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 8,3 out of 10.

Nice smartwatch without a lot of frills but solid and functi

Long battery life
No colored screen

Very good registration while swimming.

Review by:
Dewil
Date:
9 February 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 8,7 out of 10.

Nice robust sports watch

Battery life
Height measurement jump up and down

Overall, I'm very pleased with the watch. It has many uses. Garmin Connect makes it easy to connect to your mobile phone.

Review by:
Gijs
Date:
12 February 2026
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Insure your smartwatch

Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.

What am I insured for?

Fall and impact damage
Water damage
Manufacturing defects outside the warranty
Theft(Optional)

What am I not insured for?

Damage you deliberately cause
Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as scratches)
Damage due to gross negligence

XCover insurace

XCover is allowed to arrange and process insurances on behalf of the insurer. The insurances are governed by Belgium law. If you have a complaint, you can contact the or our customer service.

How do I insure my smartwatch?

First, add your smartwatch to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.

XCover Protection Plan with theft cover

Can be canceled monthly
2,24 per month (26,88 per year)
2-year advance payment
20,99 one-time payment (10,50 per year)

XCover Protection without theft cover

Can be canceled monthly
2,15 per month (25,80 per year)
2-year advance payment
19,99 one-time payment (10,- per year)

You can cancel a monthly insurance every month. You can cancel an annual insurance every year, even if you paid in advance. Want to cancel it earlier? You receive a refund for the years you're not insured anymore.

Contactless payment with Garmin Pay

Thanks to Garmin Pay, it's possible to pay contactless with your Garmin Instinct E 40mm Black/Gray. Even without having a wallet or smartphone with you. Want to know more about Garmin Pay and how to install it? Read this article.

Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	959008
	Manufacturer code	010-02932-00
	Brand	Garmin
	Warranty	2 years
	Processing of your defect	Via Coolblue

Operating system

Operating system
	Compatible with operating system	Android, iOS
	Required iPhone model	iPhone 8 or later
	Required Android version smartphone	Android 9.0 or higher
	Operating system	Garmin OS
	Year introduced	2025
	Guaranteed support with updates	Unknown

General properties smartwatch

General properties smartwatch
	Watch case color	Black
	Watch case material	Plastic
	Watch case shape	Round
	Height	40 mm
	Width	40 mm
	Weight	41 g
	Size watch case	Small
	Recommended for wrist circumference	13 - 15 cm
	Total storage capacity	0,128 GB
	Shockproof

Watch strap properties

Watch strap properties
	Watch strap material	Silicone
	Watch strap color	Black
	Closure type	Buckle
	Interchangeable watch strap
	Compatibility watch strap	Product specific

Screen properties

Screen properties
	Screen type	MIP
	Always-on display
	Data display	Digital
	Touchscreen
	Color screen
	Adjustable watch face
	Type of glass	Hardened glass

Battery

Battery
	Battery life in time mode	336 hours
	Battery life in sports mode	21 hours
	Battery/battery capacity	0,2 Ah
	Energy source solar power
	Wireless charging

Connectivity

Connectivity
	Internet connection options	WiFi only
	Bluetooth
	ANT+
	Independent music player
	Music controls
	Built-in microphone
	Built-in speakers
	Spoken directions
	Call options	Only answer calls
	Smart reply
	App installation possible
	Camera operation
	NFC

Daily activities

Daily activities
	Pedometer
	Measures distance
	Speedometer
	Calorie counter
	Measures stairs climbed

Heart rate measurement

Heart rate measurement
	Heart rate measurement
	Heart rate zones
	Type of heart rate measurement	Optical heart rate measurement
	Heart rate measurement under water

Health properties

Health properties
	Quality of health readings	Good
	Skin temperature sensor
	Oximeter
	Blood pressure monitor
	EDA sensor
	Sleep score
	Average heart rate during sleep
	Measure recovery during sleep
	Menstrual cycle tracking
	Pregnancy monitoring

Sports properties

Sports properties
	Quality of sports readings	Good
	Recommended for sports	Biking, Fitness, Hiking, Mountaineering, Outdoor, Running, Swimming, Tennis, Water sports, Winter sports
	Manual training programs
	Measure fitness age
	Recovery advice
	Interval training
	VO2 max measurement
	Measures average speed during activity
	Lap counter
	Race prognosis
	Measures step distance
	Measure running cadence
	Measures swimming distance
	Measures swimming speed
	Swimming lap counter
	Connection to fitness machines possible
	ATM score	10

GPS

GPS
	Built-in GPS receiver
	Global satellite navigation system	GLONASS, GPS, Galileo

Sensors

Sensors
	Compass
	Altimeter
	Thermometer

Other functionalities

Other functionalities
	Fall detection
	Alarm function
	Geofencing

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Garmin Instinct E 40mm Black/Gray

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