Lug widthsBrandsGuides Smartwatch bands How to measure

    Garmin Instinct band sizes

    Smartwatch line10 references

    Band systems by model

    Garmin Instinct: the band size or band system of each model, with 10 references listed.

    Indicative information. Check your watch before buying a strap: whatsmylugwidth.com is not responsible for an incorrect size. Report an error

    10 Garmin Instinct references

    The story of the Garmin Instinct

    Generations and strap changes

    1. 2025
      Instinct 3

      Unveiled at CES 2025 with an AMOLED or solar display option, released January 10, 2025.

      AMOLED in 45 mm with 22 mm QuickFit and 50 mm with 26 mm QuickFit.

    2. 2025
      Instinct E

      A budget 40 mm model launched alongside the Instinct 3.

    3. 2022
      Instinct 2 and 2S

      Announced February 9, 2022 with solar options.

      Adds a smaller size: 45 mm Instinct 2 and 40 mm Instinct 2S.

    4. 2018
      Instinct

      Announced 11 October 2018 as a rugged outdoor GPS watch with a fiber reinforced polymer case, in one 45 mm size.

      Fully vented silicone bands with two removable keeper loops.

    Firsts and innovations

    Some 45 mm Instinct 2 Solar models offered unlimited battery life in smartwatch mode, with about 3 hours a day in sunlight. Garmin called this a new battery life standard for the brand.

    About Garmin

    Founded in 1989 in Lenexa, Kansas, United States.

    Ambassadors include Raphaël Jacquelin, Romain Ntamack, Jérémie Beyou The Garmin story

    FAQ

    Which bands fit the Garmin Instinct?

    It depends on the generation and case size. Instinct 3 45 mm: QuickFit 22.

    Help

    What is lug width?

    The gap between the two lugs that hold the strap, in millimetres. A new strap must match it exactly: 20 mm lugs take a 20 mm strap.

    Measure it in 30 seconds

    1. Take the strap off, or look at the back of it: many straps print their width.
    2. Measure the inside gap between the lugs with a caliper or a millimetre ruler.
    3. Round to the nearest whole millimetre. Most watches use 18, 20 or 22 mm.

    Strap, quick release or system?

    Most watches use spring bars, so any strap of the right width fits. Many smartwatches use their own band system instead, such as Apple Watch bands or Garmin QuickFit.