An unusual situation: the bigger Instinct E costs much less. And it lasts longer.
Short answer
Instinct E 45 mm - up to 16 days and much cheaper. Instinct E 40 mm - compact (41 g) for a slim wrist.
Key differences
| Spec | Garmin Instinct E 45mm | Garmin Instinct E 40mm |
|---|---|---|
| Display | MIP, 176×176 | MIP, 166×166 |
| Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Battery life | up to 16 days | up to 14 days |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| NFC | no | no |
| Sensors | heart rate, barometer, compass, temperature | heart rate, barometer, compass, temperature |
| Protection | 10 ATM | 10 ATM |
| Compatibility | iPhone, Android | iPhone, Android |
| Dimensions, weight | 45×45×14.2 mm, 48 g | 40×40×13.6 mm, 41 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Monochrome MIP, 128 MB, GPS, barometer, compass, 10 ATM, polymer.
Display
176×176 vs 166×166.
Case
45×45×14.2 mm and 48 g vs 40×40×13.6 mm and 41 g.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Battery life and price - Instinct E 45 mm.
- Small wrist - Instinct E 40 mm.
FAQ
Is there NFC?
No, on neither.
What's the battery life?
Up to 16 and up to 14 days.
Which is cheaper?
The 45 mm.