Can the Garmin Enduro 3 be used for snorkeling or freediving

Water Resistance

The Enduro 3 is water-resistant up to 100 meters, which technically allows for use in swimming and surface water activities. This level of water resistance means it can withstand pressures equivalent to a depth of 100 meters, making it suitable for recreational swimming and shallow water activities. However, Garmin does not recommend using the Enduro 3 for diving or freediving beyond this capacity, as it lacks specialized dive features that are present in Garmin's Descent series, which are explicitly designed for diving purposes[1][6][7].

Activity Profiles

While the watch includes a swimming profile, it does not have specific features for tracking freediving or snorkeling sessions, such as depth tracking or dive logging. Users have reported using other Garmin models like the Fenix series at depths of up to 30 meters without issue, but these are not officially endorsed by Garmin for diving purposes[6].

Conclusion

In summary, while you can use the Garmin Enduro 3 for swimming and it is water-resistant up to 100 meters, it is not specifically designed for snorkeling or freediving. For those activities, a dedicated dive computer or a watch from the Garmin Descent line would be more appropriate.