Meet the third-generation MARQ collection from Garmin: premium tool watches designed for life's most ambitious pursuits
New collection introduces larger displays, advanced navigation, on-wrist connectivity and more on
six uniquely designed luxury watches
OLATHE, Kan., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced MARQ® – the third generation, a collection of six luxury, modern tool watches purpose-built to support a wide range of passions. Crafted from premium materials designed to perform on land, at sea and in the air, the MARQ Adventurer, MARQ Athlete, MARQ Aviator, MARQ Commander, MARQ Diver and MARQ Golfer boast bezels, straps and bracelets that are unique to each watch, along with an exclusive and customizable watch face collection. New navigation features, including worldwide preloaded mapping and address search, help simplify travel while embedded inReach® connectivity1 makes it easier to communicate on the go. And with a built-in speaker and mic, LED flashlight, everyday health and wellness features and more, users have what they need right on their wrist.
"We are thrilled to introduce the third-generation MARQ collection, designed for those who demand excellence. These carefully crafted timepieces combine the sophisticated style MARQ is known for with more advanced navigation and smart features than ever before. Each of the six luxury tool watches are tailored to fit the user's lifestyle and reinforce Garmin's mission to create superior products that help our customers pursue their passions."
–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Distinctive design
Each piece in the MARQ collection offers an exclusive experience with custom watch straps and bracelets, ceramic bezels with unique inlaid designs and customizable watch faces inspired by much-loved timepieces, including the World Timer, Panda, Flieger and more. Constructed from tough Grade-5 titanium and a strong sapphire lens, the watches are durable while staying lightweight. And with the largest display size yet on a MARQ, the 1.4-inch borderless AMOLED screen offers a clearer view of essential data and details.
Stay on track and in touch
New features on all third-generation MARQ watches help users explore more confidently:
- Worldwide preloaded mapping: Ready for adventure right out of the box, preloaded TopoActive maps make it easier to discover new places and navigate to specific addresses anywhere in the world.
- inReach connectivity1: Stay connected while on-the-go without a phone. When connected to LTE, make calls right from the watch and allow loved ones to see a live location in the Garmin Messenger™ app with the new Garmin Locate feature. Exchange text and voice messages and get weather forecasts through satellite or LTE. And if an emergency should happen, trigger an SOS message to get help from the 24/7-staffed Garmin Response℠ coordination center.
- Speaker and mic: Control the watch with voice commands, use a connected phone's virtual assistant to respond to text messages2 and more with the built-in speaker and microphone.
- Integrated flashlight: Keep the adventure or activity going even in low light conditions with the brilliant, built-in LED flashlight with advanced microlensing optics that provides a smooth, uniform illumination.
Health and wellness at a glance
Third-generation MARQ watches help users stay on top of their health and wellness with the addition of features like the ECG app4, which analyzes heart rhythm recordings to detect signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib.) Along with stress, sleep, Pulse Ox, HRV and other insights, users can also get a custom morning report that shows how well they recovered overnight, plus an evening report that lays out how much sleep they need and details about tomorrow's workout, weather and events.
Get to know MARQ – the third generation
MARQ Adventurer
Engineered for exploration, MARQ Adventurer is complete with a full-grain Italian leather strap and leakproof buttons, combining elegance with enough durability to withstand the toughest treks. Integrated, multi-layered mapping and 360-degree compass markings on the ceramic bezel inlay keep adventurers on course. And with the Preloaded ClimbPro feature, get real-time information about current and upcoming climbs while hiking, riding or running without having to plan out a course on a phone or computer beforehand.
MARQ Athlete
For those seeking to redefine the limits, MARQ Athlete boasts advanced training tools that provide a tailored view of an athlete's health and performance. From enhanced stamina metrics that help athletes better understand the impact of their endurance training, to running economy, which measures their overall running efficiency, the robust collection of fitness features gives athletes the insights they need to improve and reach their goals. And with a silicone rubber strap and ceramic bezel with VO2 max indicator, MARQ Athlete can stand up to even the toughest training days.
MARQ Aviator
From passionate pilots to frequent fliers, MARQ Aviator brings timeless style and essential functionality to the skies. With dynamic flight mapping, a dedicated UTC hand to keep track of time zones, aviation weather reporting and more, aviators have the advanced tools they rely on from takeoff to landing – right on their wrist. Complete with a padded calfskin leather bracelet and a polished black ceramic bezel inlay with UTC markings, MARQ Aviator delivers a refined look worthy of the cockpit.
MARQ Commander
MARQ Commander is mission-ready, equipped with a camo jacquard-woven band, micro knurled buttons and a matte black ceramic bezel inlay with UTC time markings. With a full suite of tactical features like night vision capabilities, stealth mode, Applied Ballistics® solver and more, MARQ Commander helps users stay aware and ready to respond, even in challenging environments.
MARQ Diver
The newest member of the MARQ lineup, MARQ Diver is built for life under the water and on the surface. While the 15mm microadjust strap ensures a perfect fit, the tactile leakproof buttons protect the watch during scuba, apnea and snorkel activities up to 40 meters below the surface, making it ready for underwater exploration and everyday wear. And with a collection of essential features to control the helm like autopilot control and tack assist, MARQ Diver is the ultimate companion for days spent on the water.
MARQ Golfer
For those who want to elevate their game, MARQ Golfer is packed with the tools players need to read every course and master every yard – all with a luxurious look. Sporting a jacquard-woven strap and a ceramic bezel inlay with 18-hole indicator, this premium tool watch also includes tailored golf features like Virtual Caddie and green contour data3, along with more than 43,000 preloaded courses.
Available now, MARQ – the third-generation collection has suggested retail prices starting at $2,500. All watches boast up to 18 days of battery life in smartwatch mode. To learn more about the full suite of advanced health, wellness and connected features available throughout the MARQ collection, visit garmin.com.
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products that enhance experiences, enrich lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garmin on social, or follow our blog.
1 Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check garmin.com/marqfeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area – or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage, and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.
2 When paired with your smartphone, with a data connection and in range of Bluetooth® technology
3 Requires an active Garmin Golf membership
4 The ECG app is only available on select Garmin smartwatches with the latest version of the Garmin Connect smartphone app and watch software. The ECG app is not available in all regions; see Gamrin.com/ecg for availability. The ECG app is only intended for adults aged 22 years and over. The ECG app is capable of recording an ECG similar to a Lead I ECG and detecting the presence of atrial fibrillation or normal sinus rhythm.
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, MARQ, inReach, Applied Ballistics and Bluetooth are registered trademarks, Garmin Messenger is a trademark and Garmin Response is a service mark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
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