Garmin Descent™ G2 Dive Computer: The Ultimate All-in-One Dive & Fitness Watch

The Garmin Descent™ G2 is a rugged, watch-style dive computer designed for both your underwater adventures and everyday life. It’s engineered for divers of all levels, providing advanced tracking, health monitoring, and smart features in a sustainable, eco-friendly design. Whether you’re diving into the deep blue or heading out for a run, the Descent™ G2 is the ultimate companion for your active lifestyle.

Key Features:

• 1.2” AMOLED touchscreen – bright, vibrant, and easy to read in all lighting conditions.
• 10 ATM water rating – dive-ready up to 100 meters (330 feet).
• Multi-GNSS satellite support – GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo tracking to mark surface entry and exit points.
• Multiple dive modes – Supports recreational, technical, freediving, and pool apnea diving.
• 100% recycled ocean-bound plastic construction – a commitment to sustainability.
• Advanced health monitoring – wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox (region-dependent), Body Battery™, sleep tracking, and VO2 max.
• Up to 27 hours battery life in dive mode and 10 days in smartwatch mode.
• Smartwatch features – Smart notifications, contactless payments, and app customisation.
• Garmin Dive™ app integration – track, analyse, and share your dive and fitness data with the free .

A Dive Computer Built for Adventure

The Garmin Descent™ G2 is designed to withstand the toughest conditions, featuring a 10 ATM water resistance rating, which means it’s rated to withstand depths of up to 100 meters (330 feet). It’s more than just a dive computer—it's a multi-sport powerhouse equipped with multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo) support, so you can mark your surface entry and exit points, ensuring you never lose track of where you started or ended your dive.

Whether you’re a recreational diver exploring vibrant coral reefs, a technical diver requiring precise metrics, or a freediver testing your limits, the Descent™ G2 has got you covered. It supports a variety of diving modes, including Recreational Scuba, Technical Scuba, Freediving, and Pool Apnea, each with customisable settings to suit your specific needs. The customisable dive alerts allow you to set up to 40 alerts based on depth, time, or decompression limits to ensure safety while diving.

Sustainable Design for the Eco-Conscious Diver

Garmin has made a strong commitment to sustainability with the Descent™ G2. The housing, bezel, and buttons are made from 100% recycled ocean-bound plastics, helping to reduce plastic waste in our oceans. This eco-friendly construction doesn’t compromise on performance or durability, with a sapphire crystal lens providing superior scratch resistance and clarity.

Health and Fitness Tracking Beyond the Dive

The Descent™ G2 isn’t just for diving—it’s a complete health and fitness tracking tool that’s perfect for daily wear. The watch continuously monitors key metrics like 24/7 wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox (available in select regions), and Body Battery™ energy monitoring, providing you with detailed insights into your overall health. Sleep tracking and VO2 max measurement help you assess how well your body is recovering and adapting to training, while the Dive Readiness feature evaluates how prepared you are for your next dive based on your recent sleep, stress levels, and exercise.

In addition to health metrics, you can track activities like running, cycling, swimming, hiking, and more with built-in sports apps. For fitness enthusiasts, this dive computer doubles as a daily fitness tracker, helping you monitor your progress on land and sea.

Dive Mode Features

The Descent™ G2 is designed to meet the needs of divers of all types, offering several key features:

• Multiple Dive Modes – From recreational diving to advanced technical and freediving, the Descent G2 offers a diverse range of modes to suit all levels.
• Surface Entry/Exit Tracking – The multi-GNSS system allows you to track your entry and exit points accurately, even on remote dive sites.
• Dive Log Storage – You can store your dive logs directly on the device and review them at any time. For more detailed analysis, sync your data with the free on your smartphone to track, analyse, and share your dive logs. Download the from or
• Custom Dive Alerts – Set up to 40 customisable alerts based on depth, time, and decompression, ensuring that your dive is both safe and efficient.
• Tides and Weather Tracking – Get real-time weather updates, tide data, and other environmental information through the , providing valuable insights for planning your dives.

Smartwatch Features for Everyday Convenience

The Descent™ G2 seamlessly integrates with your day-to-day life, offering smartwatch capabilities that allow you to stay connected even when you’re off the grid. Receive smart notifications for calls, messages, and app alerts directly on your wrist, and use for quick, contactless payments when paired with your smartphone. You can also personalise your watch with custom apps and widgets via the store, adding functionality tailored to your needs.

Battery Life and Charging

The Descent™ G2 is designed to last through long dives and adventures with an impressive up to 27 hours of battery life in dive mode. When used as a smartwatch, it provides up to 10 days of battery life, so you can wear it day and night without constantly worrying about charging. If you’re in need of more power during your dive trip, a quick recharge will get you back in action fast.

Safety Features

Diving safely is paramount, and the Descent™ G2 comes with several critical safety features to keep you safe on your dives:

• Missed Deco Lockout – This feature locks out the dive computer from allowing dives if you miss any required decompression stops, helping to prevent decompression sickness.
• Residual Tissue Loading Reset – Ensures that you have sufficient time for the body to release nitrogen after dives, making each subsequent dive safer.
• Automatic Altitude Adjustment – This feature automatically adjusts dive profiles based on changes in altitude, ensuring your dive computer accounts for the effects of elevation on dive plans.

Technical Specifications

Accessories to Enhance Your Experience

Take your Descent G2 even further with compatible accessories like the InReach Mini 2 and InReach Mini Dive Case. These accessories allow you to stay connected in remote areas, offering satellite messaging, tracking, and emergency assistance when needed.

The Garmin Descent™ G2 is more than just a dive computer—it’s a complete adventure companion, designed to perform at the highest level in both land and sea. Its sustainable, eco-friendly construction, advanced dive capabilities, and extensive health monitoring features make it the ideal choice for divers who demand the best. Whether you’re an occasional diver or a seasoned professional, the Descent™ G2 helps you explore with confidence, stay connected, and monitor your health every step of the way.

Explore More About the Garmin Descent™ G2

For an in-depth review of the Garmin Descent™ G2, including a detailed comparison with the previous G1 model, check out our full blog post. Discover how the G2 stands out with its innovative features and what sets it apart for divers at every level.

Read the full Garmin Descent™ G2 review and G1 comparison here

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