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The comparable value price is $249.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 184 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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97%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the Forerunner 165's battery life, overall performance, accuracy, GPS functionality, and lightweight design. Many appreciate its ease of use and the quality of its screen and sleep tracking features. However, some customers wish the watch were slightly larger. The positive feedback significantly outweighs the negative comments regarding size.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Triathletes!

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

    My husband absolutely loves this watch! I got it for him as an anniversary gift. He swims, cycles and runs. He says that it is perfect for all his activities and syncs up with his Garmin and Strava apps.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice screen and features

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

    Nice omoled touch screen great battery last two weeks wthought the gps on verry ocurate heart monitor

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great size and good looking

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

    I love the size and weight for my wrists that are on the smaller size. Quality still remains to be seen but it is good ol' Garmin quality based on first impressions.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    excellent cost benefit

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

    A device that, despite being an entry-level device, has all the features a runner needs. Battery life is a plus for the product.

    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
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Many excellent features, nice app, & long batt life

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    better than a smart 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 initially caught my eye due to the battery life. However, it has drastically contributed to my fitness goals and overall health. The health insights it provides are far more intuitive then my previous watch- which makes sense. This is a fitness tracker where my other watch was a smart watch, so they are obviously built to do different things. Besides the battery life, my favorite feature of this watch is that adjusts to you. Meaning if I’m having a less active week then I typically would and my step count is down, the watch will adjust my step goal accordingly BY ITSELF. So it may not be classified as a “smart watch” but it is far more smart than any watch I’ve ever owned!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best watch

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

    I think it is a great watch to start running exercise even track your sleep amazing

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

    GARMIN Forerunner 165

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

    I love my Garmin watch. It has a lot of useful metrics that help me improve my overall physical and mental health!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great smartwatch

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

    Perfect for what my husband needed. The battery stays charged for a really long time and the stats it keeps track of are really informative. The only negative is that this watch isn’t offered with a sapphire crystal watch face to keep it from being scratched but you can get screen protectors.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Everythjng I need

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

    Fits well. Has the best battery life ive ever seen in a smart watch. The screen glass is durable. I have nothing bad to say

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very 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.

    Does everything advertised very well! I’ve worn it very day since I got it and no issues at all

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

    Set the right pace

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

    My granddaughter is a cross-country runner and was trying to get a new personal record but was having trouble setting her pace right. I got her the Garmin watch and wow did that help and she set two new personal records. She really likes the app that she can see the course that she ran and the pace changes that earned her an all conference 3rd place as a high school sophomore.

    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:
    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:
    Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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

    This was a gift and he love it. It has all the gadgets he was hoping to get in a watch and more!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Watch

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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, I really enjoy the battery life and that I only have to charge once every 2 weeks.

    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

    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
    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
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