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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 98 reviews

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Customers recognize the Forerunner 225 Sport Watch's highly accurate GPS and heart rate monitor as significant advantages, frequently citing ease of use and reliable step tracking as additional pluses. While some users mentioned the price point, concerns about battery life were also noted. Overall, the positive feedback on accuracy and user-friendliness outweighs the reported drawbacks.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Heart rate monitor

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works well!

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

    Great replacement for my chest strap heart rate monitor. Very happy with purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Gps

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch for any level of runner.

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

    Watch is easy to set up. Garmin's activity tracking and gps are pretty accurate.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch & easy to use

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

    Love the HR function on the wrist, great battery life, east to use.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for runners

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

    Bought for my husband who is a runner for Christmas. He loves it!

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

    Awesome watch for getting back into running

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

    I got this watch to motivate me to get back into moderate distance running. I am by no means a marathon runner, but the heart rate and gps features have been excellent. Even the step counter which alerts me to move to reach my goals is great for when I am not out exercising. So far I have not encountered any bugs or problems with the watch.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Runs

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

    LOVE that is has live tracking! easy to use, user friendly

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Heart rate monitor

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent value

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

    The heart monitor is awesome. this watch does it all!!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great watch for running

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

    This watch is great for runners just getting started. It locks into the GPS very quickly and is easy to use.

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

    Awesome, perfect for entry level!

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

    Easy to set up and use. I love it. I didn't have any problem with setting up and using right away. One minus is the interval timer only goes to 99, but that is a minor thing. I have had not problems with satellite reception. The download to Garmin Connect is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Heart rate monitor

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Upgrade from Forerunner 15

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

    As I have increased my running I was looking for something with a built in wrist heart monitor that would still do intervals (yes, I'm a Galloway runner) and the 225 fits the bill. Great features, looks fine to wear even when I am not running and gives me the added bonus of vibrating on intervals (if with a group we would often talk past our time to run or walk). Love this watch!

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

    Excellent item for workout

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

    This is one of the best items I've ever owned. I can keep up with my body changes while I work out and walk. I recommend this for everyone that wants to monitor their health while they workout.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product for physically active individual.

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

    No major issues with the watch. I have had a couple of issues with syncing to Garmin Connect but overall, I am very pleased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    For serious runners

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

    Wrist-based heart rate sensor eliminates chest heart rate monitor for more comfort. Color screen with zone indicators for custom workouts using Connect app on smartphone.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    Easy to use. Tracks pace accurately and the display is large enough that I don't trip while running with it!

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

    Great Wearable For Runners

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

    Love this watch and I cannot say enough about it. If you are serious about tracking your daily activity and your running this is a fantastic watch for that purpose.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Step tracking

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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

    Great watch, perfect for running. I use it pretty much every day even when I'm not running since it also counts steps. I have it four stars though because of its bulkiness. Great for someone who has thick wrists but might be a little bulky for someone who has smaller wrists.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Watch

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

    Does everything well, would like better phone integration.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works for what I needed

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

    I run regularly and needed an updated running watch (I had a Forerunner 305 previously) and this watch has fit the bill. It seems accurate with regard to distance and pace and has numerous helpful features to track your performance. I am not completely sold on the heart rate me monitor but it isn't a priority for me and I may not be utilizing it correctly. Overall I am very pleased.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great, Simple watch for Active Individuals

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

    Unfortunately, I managed to lose my previous Garmin watch after a marathon and needed a new watch. I spent some time deciding between a few different watches and gave this one a try and love it. It is easy to use and gives me everything I need for running. It even tracks cadence.

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

    Beginner Runner and I wanted to Best and Got it

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

    Garmin is the Best Brand! I Run in Intervals and this Watch Does it All. I'm more Excited to Run when I know my Garmin 225 is with me

    I would recommend this to a friend
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