Garmin Instinct Charger & Data Cable Replacement

Yes. It fits the charging port on every first-generation Garmin Instinct: Standard, Tactical and Esports, plus the Instinct Solar in Standard, Tactical, Camo and Surf. The Instinct 2, 2S and 2X Solar have their own cable listings, so check your model before ordering. The back of the watch shows the model if you’re unsure.

The cable is 100cm long, enough to reach from a wall adapter to a bedside table or desk without stretching. It runs from any suitable USB wall charger, laptop, power bank or phone charger, so you can top up your Instinct at home, at work or while you’re travelling.

Yes. Plug it into a computer and the cable transfers your Instinct’s activity data while it charges, just like the original. That’s handy for backing up workouts or updating the watch from a laptop. Plugged into a wall adapter or power bank, it simply charges.

Both charge at similar speeds, because the watch regulates how much power it draws. Choose by the port you’ll use: USB-A suits the rectangular ports on most older adapters and computers, while USB-C suits newer adapters and laptops. For other charging options, see our Garmin watch charger guide.

Keep the connector clean, wiping the plug and your Instinct’s charging port with a dry cloth to lift dust and grime. Coil the cable loosely rather than wrapping it tightly around an adapter, and avoid sharp bends near either end. Unplug by holding the connector, never by pulling on the cable.