There's a lot to be said about having a smartwatch these days, especially if you're the type of person who wants a device to help keep track of their fitness activities, such as running, steps taken, or even heart rate. Luckily, Garmin watches do just that, being as much, if not more of, a fitness tracker than a smartwatch, and are perfect if you need something to keep up with a fitness lifestyle. In fact, you can grab a mid-range Garmin Instinct Solar right now for just $230 from Kohl's instead of the usual $400, which is quite a substantial discount on a pretty excellent watch.
Why you should buy the Garmin Instinct Solar
The Garmin Instinct Solar is essentially the same watch as the regular Garmin Instinct, except that the front screen has a small solar panel that lets you charge the watch while using it in daylight. That added charging can make quite a difference, as when you use it in GPS mode, it extends the battery life up to nearly 30 hours, and in smartwatch mode, you could potentially go weeks or months without recharging. Of course, that is assuming it's getting the most efficient sunlight, so there will be a bit of variation depending on where you use it, but the numbers are still impressive either way.
