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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 266 reviews

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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.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great entry watch with advanced features

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

    Awesome running watch and apps available for other activities such as strength training

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Design, Simple Functionality

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

    I’ve been using my Garmin watch for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it. It’s incredibly comfortable to wear, even all day long, and the design is lightweight and sleek. One of the things I appreciate most is how easy it is to use — the interface is very intuitive and user-friendly. Whether I’m tracking my workouts or just checking notifications, everything works smoothly. Definitely a great investment!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch and good price!

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

    I made the switch from always having an Apple Watch to a garmin. This watch tracks runs better and more accurate. Im still able to get all my notifications like I would with my Apple Watch. Only difference I can’t reply through the watch. However, I am still satisfied with my garmin!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for Runners

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

    Garmin Forerunner 165 is perfect for runners who values convenience and durability on the go. It is ideal for tracking pace, distance, heart rate, and recovery insights

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Harmon forerunner

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

    Excellent device for the price, it was a Christmas gift. The recipient was very excited.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just do it

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

    Nice and bright, big screen, and it has a lot of features

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fancy but not to fancy

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

    Perfect for what I needed tracks my runs, rides and workouts. No out going texting or phone calls on the watch so less distractions.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Forerunner 165 Good Value

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

    Great watch. Coming from a Fenix 7 pro. I was very impressed with the functionality of the forerunner 165. Personally I prefer a more robust watch. The forerunner being 43mm it was a bit small. Other than that great running watch.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best running watch ever!

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

    I’ve been using the Garmin Forerunner 165 for about two months now, and overall, I’m really impressed. I’m mainly a recreational runner (5Ks and occasional 10Ks), but I also wanted a watch that could track daily activity and workouts without being overly bulky or complicated

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great runner watch

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

    Was given as gift. Person is a runner and says it was the best gift he ever got. He wants to show me all his options.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Watch

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

    Nice Upgrade from the Forerunner 45. No problems so far.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent product for youth athlete

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

    I purchased this for my teenage son in Cross Country sports program and he loves using it for his health and sports fitness. The charge and batter time is great. Perfect for younger athlete.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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

    This was a gift for my wife to replace a Garmin Approach she thought she lost. She uses it for running. I can’t give details other than she loves it and she enjoys the positive/inspiring messages the watch offers to motivate her. She has also raved about the battery life.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it so far.

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

    I really enjoy how it track sleep and stress levels a little disappointed that I cannot answer phone calls or respond to text messages even though I can read them and see who’s calling but other than that, I think it’s a perfect watch.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin

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

    Service was awesome. The employees were so helpful.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Go Garmin.

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

    Works well especially notifications from iPhone to the watch. I've had a Fitbit for about 10 years. Garmin has much better battery life (one week) and tracking everything and more that you would want tracked. Better wristband.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mister

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

    Great watch. Staff very helpful and knowledgeable great company.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent watch

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

    This watch is working great. I wish it were slightly smaller amd lighter, though.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    More than i expected

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

    Really liked the watch for the price. Super easy to set up

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift for a runner

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

    Bought this for my girlfriend that runs both on a treadmill and outside, she ditched her apple watch and loves this watch!! So many great features and very accurate with measuring distance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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