Garmin - Forerunner 265 GPS Smartwatch 46 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Whitestone - (2023)

Pretty good watch all around. If youre wanting one that is more similar to some mainstream smart watches - Samsung/Apple specifically - this is NOT going to be a good watch for you. But if youre wanting a good watch for a good price, that tracks lots of fitness goals, this is the watch for you. GPS system in it seems pretty accurate, and tracks distances really well for running/hiking/walking, etc. Its pretty light weight and the band is pretty comfortable but is definitely sporty. The battery life is great. Will last 11+ days easily if youre not tracking many workouts with the GPS feature. But if you are, it charges super fast and even 30 min on the charger will give you a decent charge. Overall the performance is exactly what i was looking for. The button functions are a little different compared to other smartwatches, but once you realize the start/stop button acts for a lot of different operations its not too bad at all. Some of the additional functions are really nice too, specifically the sleep tracking and hrv. Although im not sure entirely how accurate these functions are, it gives you a great baseline of your health/recovery to work with. All of the Garmin apps required to do stuff on the watch are a little annoying, but once you get past set up and customization you really only need 1 app. Tons of awesome watch faces as well. I would absolutely recommend this watch to someone.

I’ve been really happy with this watch so far. The GPS connects quickly and has been accurate on my runs, and I love how easy the screen is to read, even outside. It’s lightweight, comfortable, and the battery lasts long enough that I don’t have to think about charging it all the time. I also really like the training and recovery info, it’s helpful without being overwhelming. Overall, it’s become something I wear every day, not just when I’m running. Definitely recommend it!

Garmin Forerunner 265 — great sports and everyday watch! Lightweight, comfortable, and featuring a bright AMOLED display, these watches offer plenty of useful features for tracking workouts, sleep, and recovery. They provide accurate measurements of key metrics, help you monitor your progress, and keep you motivated. Battery life is good, and the interface is easy to use. The only downsides are the relatively high price and the time it takes to get familiar with all the features. Overall, an excellent choice for runners and anyone who wants to stay active and track their health!

I purchased this device as an upgrade to my Apple Watch Series 8. I gave up Apple Music and iMessage and inherited an actual watch. The battery life is great. The watch is light weight and with added precision gps it is a no brainer if you are looking for a device to track your miles. I love this watch.

The Garmin Forerunner 265 is a game-changer. The AMOLED display is bright and clear, GPS is super accurate, and the battery life is impressive even with daily workouts. I love the Training Readiness feature and how well it tracks everything from runs to strength training. It’s lightweight, stylish, and syncs seamlessly with the Garmin app. Perfect for serious runners or anyone wanting to stay on top of their fitness.

Great watcg and im very happy even do im not a pro athlete - im just a normal dude that work and then go to the gym afterwards - vrry accurate info- the only thing is that i wish i was able to respong phone calls and texts ! But i can live without it .

I had a smartwatch for quite some time and the battery would drain so quickly that I couldn't go a full day without having to charge. I also realized that I didn't want/need a lot of the smart features and wanted more of a fitness/health focused watch. This Garmin watch has been everything that I wanted. The battery lasts well over a week before you actually need to charge it. The fitness features are wonderful and easy to see on the app. The ability to still see text messages is a huge plus. All in all, this is exactly what I wanted and it has not disappointed.

Excellent features. Not always intuitive. Use it mainly for cycling. Temp feature doesn't always work.

I bought the Garmin Forerunner 265 to replace my Apple Watch and help me take my running to another level, and boy did it ever! The metrics and data it gives are top notch, and the training plans really do work! The screen is vivid and while not as integrated as my Apple Watch, it still does everything I need smartwatch wise. The battery life is fantastic as well and lasts just past a week before I need to plug it in!