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  • The text on the image reads: "START LIGHT Sat 01 100% - STOP UP 1010 38 13.5 DOWN BACK GARMIN." This text is likely related to the Garmin watch, which is designed for outdoor activities and sports. The watch displays the current time, date, and weather conditions, as well as other relevant information such as the percentage of battery life remaining, the altitude, and the distance traveled. The watch also features a stopwatch function, which can be used to track time intervals during activities.
  • TIMER LIGHT 25:32 START - STOP DISTANCE PACE UP 4.56 5:35 DOWN 155 BACK GARMIN
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  • The text on the image reads: "GARMIN Forerunner 165 Quick Release 20".
  • Alt View 1. Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray.
  • Alt View 2. Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray.
  • Alt View 3. Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray.
  • Buying Guide: Garmin Smartwatches video 2 minutes 23 seconds
  • Forerunner 165 overview video video 1 minutes 14 seconds

Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray - (2024)

Model:
010-02863-20
SKU:
6586585
Highly rated by customers for:
$199.99
Save $50
Comp. Value: $249.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 266 reviews

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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97%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch for its overall performance, impressive battery life, and comprehensive features tailored for runners. Users appreciate its lightweight design, accurate GPS, and ease of use, making it a reliable companion for various activities. The sleep tracking capabilities are also well-received. A small number of users expressed a desire for a slightly smaller size.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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.
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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Garmin review

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it it has helped me so much training for a triathlon. I used to have an Apple Watch and I will never go back. I love the Garmin

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Features

    Great running watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this for my daughter for college. She likes the running coach feature very much.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Good good

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well! My Brother love it always using it while jogging

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent watch,it meets my requirements and surpass may expectations

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    perfect clock

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    super efficient, delivers what it promises, versatile for any occasio

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Good watch

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I workout and out on the job all the time with this watch and it tracks a lot of my activites while looking nice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Garmin Goes Crazy!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent! Love Garmin, former Apple Watch User and this thing blows it out of the park on connectivity and battery life!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Forerunner Review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great watch. Not the fanciest, but perfect for tracking runs and very easy to set up and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Good beginner smart watch.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good first smart watch. Ideal if you want a smart watch but don't want to pay apple prices. I recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Garmin watch

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product! Works great, exactly what I wanted!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • GARMIN FORERUNNER 165 IS FANTASTIC

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just what I needed for my 16 years old son, this watch has everything for training, running,, vo2 MAX, stamina, health data and more. Plus, IS Amoled and it is one of the cheapest for GARMIN

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Does a great job

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The battery life is good, it seems very accurate, easy to use once you get used to it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Garmin

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy fit Easy to use and program Good value for the money

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Great Watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After doing A LOT of research, I decided on this Garmin. It does what I want, and I am not disappointed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Perfect

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love my garmin. Love it for my everyday run. Amazing and highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Great fitness tracker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great battery life, very robust. Liking the interface on the watch and app as well.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Gray/Whitestone - (2024)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Moved from Fitbit and couldn’t be happier. Much better product, and the tracking is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Garmin Forerunner 165

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch at a great price point. Perfect for my friend’s triathlon training.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Great watch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The battery life is great, and there is so much data. I wish I could answer texts on my iPhone, but it didn’t have that capability when I bought it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Hybrid Athlete

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing beginner watch for those looking for something affordable to becoming a Hybrid Athlete

    I would recommend this to a friend
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