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Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)

Model: 010-02809-00
SKU: 12348344
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Customers are saying

Customers love the exceptional battery life and overall performance of this device, which users find perfect for all their training needs. Many appreciate the improved screen quality, lightweight design, and the extensive range of features that make it easy to use for multisport activities. While the GPS and general tracking accuracy receive high praise, some users have expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the sleep tracking feature.

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Features
  • AMOLED touchscreen display and titanium bezel

    Brilliant AMOLED touchscreen display with traditional button controls and lightweight titanium bezel

  • Battery life

    Battery life: up to 23 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, up to 31 hours in GPS mode

  • Built-in maps

    Confidently run any route using full-color, built-in maps and multi-band GPS

  • Training readiness

    Training readiness score is based on sleep quality, recovery, training load and HRV status to determine if you’re primed to go hard and reap the rewards (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)

  • Race widget and daily suugested workouts

    Plan race strategy with personalized daily suggested workouts based on the race and course that you input into the Garmin Connect app and then view the race widget on your watch; daily suggested workouts adapt after every run to match performance and recovery

  • Multisport profiles

    Switch between sports with a button press by using built-in profiles for triathlons, duathlons, brick workouts and swimruns — or customize your own multisport profiles

  • Training status

    Using indicators such as HRV status, recent exercise history and performance, get insight into overall effort with training status — and know whether you’re training productively, peaking or strained (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)

  • Mornimg report

    As soon as you wake up, get your morning report with an overview of sleep, recovery and training outlook alongside HRV status, training readiness and weather (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)

  • Superior accuracy

    Multi-band GNSS with SatIQ technology provides superior accuracy in challenging environments while also optimizing the device’s battery life

  • Wrist-based running dynamics

    Get wrist-based running dynamics, including cadence, stride length, ground contact time and more, plus wrist-based running power, which gives you a continuous measurement of how much power you’re applying to the road

  • Safety and tracking

    Safety and tracking features, including incident detection and Assistance, send a message with your live location to emergency contacts when paired with your compatible smartphone; requires setup and your smartphone to be in an area with network coverage

  • Garmin Connect app

    See your health and fitness information, connect and compete with friends, sign up for challenges to earn badges and more — all in our free, zero-subscription Garmin Connect app

  • Garmin Pay and music on your wrist

    Pay on the go with Garmin Pay contactless payments (with a supported country and payment network); listen to downloaded songs and playlists from Spotify, Amazon Music or Deezer (subscription may be required), and connect with your wireless headphones

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Specifications
  • Screen Size
    35 millimeters
    Touch Screen
    Yes
    Operating System Compatibility
    Android, Apple iOS
    Operating System
    Garmin
    App Compatible
    Yes
    Built-in Storage
    32 gigabytes
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers love the exceptional battery life and overall performance of this device, which users find perfect for all their training needs. Many appreciate the improved screen quality, lightweight design, and the extensive range of features that make it easy to use for multisport activities. While the GPS and general tracking accuracy receive high praise, some users have expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the sleep tracking feature.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Battery Life (144)
  • Overall Performance (123)
  • Screen Quality (33)
  • Ease of Use (21)
  • Accuracy (15)
  • Sleep Tracking (3)

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Honest Review + Benefits (Check Bullet Points)

    I've used over 10 different watches in my life and all in all the 965 is probably the best smart watch I have purchased albeit ata very premium price. That being said, comparing a Garmin watch to an Apple or Google watch is like comparing apples to oranges (no pun intended). You are going to have to sacrifice seamless integration and answering calls and texts, but the payoff is HUGE. -Better battery life (22-30 days for me) -Significantly more fitness based -3rd party watch faces -premium build -durable: The gorilla glass is incredibly strong so far -Metrics: training readiness, sleep coach, status, estimated race times, training plans, auto strength workout, etc -Checks HR every second of every day (as opposed to once per hour)

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)

    Posted by Connor

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Upgrade: A Comprehensive Review of Enhanced

    I have always been a loyal user of Garmin smartwatches, and my previous timepiece was the Fenix 6 Pro Solar. The reason behind my decision to upgrade stemmed from my desire for a watch with similar features, but with a notable improvement in screen quality. Opting for a different Garmin model over the Fenix, I found that it not only maintained the functionalities I relied on but also offered substantial updates, particularly in terms of a superior, lighter, and more compact screen. While the screen is slightly smaller than that of my previous Fenix, the 47 mm display is undoubtedly sufficient. This Garmin watch caters to my diverse activities, allowing me to seamlessly track my runs, enjoy pool sessions, partake in golf games, and navigate hikes with the convenience of an included map. Remarkably, the battery life impressively extends to nearly two weeks, covering my varied activities without requiring frequent recharges. This decision not only met my specific needs but also managed to save me a few hundred dollars compared to a potential Fenix upgrade. Consequently, I wholeheartedly recommend this Garmin watch for individuals seeking reliable functionalities in activities such as running, swimming, hiking, and even golf.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)

    Posted by Keokis

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Forerunner 965

    It has been two weeks since the purchase of Forerunner 965. So far very satisfying with the product. Batter life is excellent. After a full charger it laster way over a week. Since I haven't used it's GPS function yet, so am unable to to test the chare wit it .lots of health and sports functions, which I haven't used it yet. Overall satisfied with it's quality and functionality.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)

    Posted by HarisS

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better on all fronts

    The FR 965 is a huge improvement over prior models I used. Moving up from Vivoactive to 245Music to 965 now, the improvements are obvious. Display is awesome, battery life is in a new league especially considering the charge time is still minimal. I love the ease of use for multisport (reason I upgraded), and latest software update with auto transition makes this even easier. Sleep coach, training readiness and morning report have become quick favorites.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)

    Posted by TerryW

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Watch!

    I can’t believe I didn’t buy one sooner. If you are at all into any type of fitness or healthy lifestyle, you should have a Garmin. I went with the 965 because I saw that it had a lot of the same features as the fenix series with out the larger price tag. A lot of video reviews claim that it’s better to have the lighter weight and that sometimes the fenix has gps tracking issues. Have had it for 2 weeks now and have done workouts, trail runs, regular street runs and just walks. Tracks everything perfectly, counts calories and evaluates my sleep. I’ve only charged it 2 times and it wasn’t even below 40% each time. I switched from a Samsung S3 that I have had for a while, definitely worth the upgrade. Trying to convince the wife to get one, and I put the fenix display on it so it feels more like one.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Titanium/Black - (2023)

    Posted by JeremycB

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Pros for Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)
Battery Life, Overall Performance, Screen Quality, Ease of Use, AccuracyBattery Life, Overall Performance, Features, Flashlight, Solar ChargingOverall Performance, Battery Life, Features, Flashlight, WeightBattery Life, Overall Performance, Features, Comfort, GPS Accuracy
Cons for Garmin - Forerunner 965 GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Carbon Gray TLC/Titanium - (2023)
Sleep TrackingUser InterfaceSleep TrackingThere were no cons for this product

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Questions & Answers
  • Are there safety features included in this Garmin smartwatch?

    Yes, safety and tracking features are available, including incident detection and Assistance.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Are there safety features included in this smartwatch?

    Yes, safety and tracking features are included in this smartwatch.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Is it possible to listen to music on this GPS smartwatch?

    Yes, you can listen to downloaded songs and playlists from music streaming services.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Can I use this Garmin smartwatch to make payments?

    Yes, you can pay on the go with Garmin Pay contactless payments.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Can I use this device to pay on the go?

    Yes, you can pay on the go with Garmin Pay contactless payments.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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