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Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm

Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm

4(2 ratings)

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$1,599.99at Academy SportsChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $1,599.99 at Academy Sports on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm

The Descent Mk3i is Garmin's flagship dive computer in watch form, built for divers who also train and navigate on land. The 51mm titanium-and-plastic case holds a 1.4-inch AMOLED screen under sapphire glass, and it adds SubWave sonar messaging so paired divers can send preset messages and see each other's distance underwater. It also carries full multisport and fitness tracking, air integration for tank pressure, and up to 600 hours of battery in dive mode. It is big and heavy on the wrist, and its feature set is far beyond what a casual snorkeler needs, but for technical and frequent divers it replaces a dedicated dive computer and a sports watch in one.

Best forTechnical and recreational scuba diversDivers who want tank pressure and buddy messagingTriathletes and multisport athletes who also diveTravelers who want one watch for water and land
Pros
  • Full dive computer with air integration and SubWave sonar messaging
  • Large 1.4-inch AMOLED screen readable underwater
  • Sapphire glass and 200m water resistance
  • Long dive-mode battery life
  • Complete multisport, GPS and health tracking on land
  • 32GB storage for maps and music
Cons
  • 51mm case is large and heavy for smaller wrists
  • Expensive compared with dive computers and sports watches bought separately
  • No NFC contactless payments
  • Dive features are overkill for casual snorkelers
  • Silicone strap is basic for the class

Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm prices at every store

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    $1,599.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Academy SportsNew

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    $1,599.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • House Of ScubaNew

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    $1,599.99Checked Nov 9
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  • TargetNew

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    $1,799.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,599.99 on Nov 9 at House Of Scuba. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the Descent Mk3i as a serious dive computer that doubles as a capable everyday sports watch. Divers praise the bright screen, air integration and buddy messaging; the main complaints are size, weight and the learning curve of the menus.

What people mention
  • DisplayPraisedDivers say the AMOLED screen is bright and easy to read underwater.
  • Size and weightCriticisedOwners with smaller wrists find the 51mm case bulky and heavy.
  • Air integrationPraisedReviewers report tank pressure readings and buddy messaging work well.
  • MenusMixedThe feature set is deep, and some owners find the menus slow to learn.
  • BatteryPraisedUsers report long battery life across dive and sport modes.

Specifications

Color (Strap)
BlackSource
Watch Strap Material
Silicone, TitaniumSource
NFC
NoSource
Thickness (")
0.6Source

Questions and answers

Is the Descent Mk3i a real dive computer?
Yes. It handles multiple dive modes, air integration with a paired transmitter, and SubWave sonar messaging between divers, alongside decompression and gas tracking.
How is it different from the standard Descent Mk3?
The Mk3i adds SubWave sonar messaging and air integration support. The base Mk3 lacks those dive-communication features.
Can I use it as an everyday sports watch?
Yes. It tracks running, cycling, swimming, golf and multisport, with GPS, heart rate, SpO2 and sleep tracking, so it works as a daily watch between dives.
Does it work with a tank pressure transmitter?
Yes. It pairs with Garmin's Descent T2 transmitter to show tank pressure and air time on the watch.
Is the 51mm case too big for small wrists?
It is one of Garmin's largest cases at about 2.7 oz. Divers with slim wrists often find it bulky, especially over a wetsuit sleeve.
Does it support contactless payments?
No. This model does not include Garmin Pay NFC payments.
Where is the Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm cheapest?
At Academy Sports, for $1,599.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm?
Rated 4 out of 5 from 2 ratings.
Where can I buy the Garmin Descent Mk3i with Silicone Band 51mm?
4 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Academy Sports, House Of Scuba, Target.

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Smartphone Compatibility
iPhone, AndroidSource
Water Resistant
YesSource
Weight (oz)
2.7Source
Width (Strap) (")
1.0Source
Water Resistant (classification)
20 ATM (200m)Source
Wireless Communication
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ANT+Source
Height (")
2.0Source
Color (Watch)
GraySource
Case Material
Titanium, PlasticSource
Sports
Swimming, Triathlon, Cycling, Golf, Multisport, Running, FitnessSource
Heart Rate Monitor
Built-InSource
Screen Resolution
454x454Source
Navigation System
GPS, GLONASS, GalileoSource
USB
NoSource
Screen Size (")
1.4Source
Color Screen
YesSource
Series
OthersSource
For Kids
NoSource
Width (")
2.0Source
Storage
32GBSource