Same hardware. The Tactical costs much more - for special modes.
Short answer
Instinct 3 AMOLED Tactical - stealth mode and night-vision compatibility. Instinct 3 AMOLED - the same for civilian use for much less.
Key differences
| Spec | Garmin Instinct 3 50mm AMOLED | Garmin Instinct 3 50mm AMOLED Tactical |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 1.3", AMOLED, 416×416 | 1.3", AMOLED, 416×416 |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Battery life | up to 24 days | up to 24 days |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou |
| NFC | yes | yes |
| Sensors | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature |
| Protection | 10 ATM | 10 ATM |
| Compatibility | iPhone, Android | iPhone, Android |
| Dimensions, weight | 50×50×14.4 mm, 59 g | 50×50×14.4 mm, 59 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
1.3" AMOLED 416×416, 4 GB, up to 24 days, NFC, barometer, 10 ATM, 50×50×14.4 mm and 59 g.
Tactical features
A no-wireless-signals mode and a night mode for the screen.
Who it's for
If you're not in service, I'd save the money.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Service - Instinct 3 AMOLED Tactical.
- Civilian use - Instinct 3 AMOLED.
FAQ
Is the display the same?
Yes.
Is battery life the same?
Yes, up to 24 days.
Which is cheaper?
The Instinct 3 AMOLED.