Customer Ratings & Reviews

I was looking for a nicer sports watch without breaking the bank (some of these smart watches are over $1,000). This has been very easy to set up, use with very good battery life. Its strange only charging your watch every couple of weeks after being so used to charging almost every day.

Coming from an Apple Watch, this FR265 has helped drastically with providing in depth running insights. It provides TONS of data around runs specifically, as well as training and recovery. The one thing I wish garmin did better was help you to make sense of all of the data. The UI isn't the smoothest, and it can definitely bog down when hot. If you are after a pure running watch, this is a great mid-tier choice that provides tons of features without the near $1k pricetag. If you are more interested in general fitness/smartwatch features, I'd recommend looking elsewhere

I needed a watch that could accurately track my runs AND swims. Had an Apple watch series 9 before and it sucked in the pool. The days of battery life + the new screen make it very visually appealing and long lasting.

Unfortunately, I had issues with the HRV sensor during workouts, so I returned it to the store without any inconvenience. The battery life is decent, and it offers a wide range of features that may still be useful.

Got the 265 to start training for a half marathon. I wear it virtually everyday and at night. I also use it for swimming and strength training. The watch gives great analytics and suggestons for training. Battery life is amazing typically lasting around a week. I highly reccomend if you’re starting a training journey for running, swimming, triatholons, etc. this watch can do it all!

This app tells you everything you need and more! Gives you suggestions based on how much you should run, focuses on training routines (V02 Max, Weight Loss, etc), and even tells you your sleep patterns. Definitely worth buying especially if you're a long-distance runner!

The watch does everything you could ask for it to do and more. Has a bit of a learning curve when you first buy it but it is great once you get it down. If you are looking for a sport watch, great option, but if you want a lifestyle watch i would say just get an apple watch.

Bought this as a gift for my son, who is a runner in high school. He is getting even more out of his workouts because of it and is pushing himself even harder. The battery lasts forever in this watch (several, several days). A worthy purchase.

Got this watch because I go on runs often because of the military. It’s a great watch and it’s very durable

I got this as a gift for my boyfriend and he absolutely loves it. He says it has helped him track his sleep schedule and has been a great addition to his workouts. If you are looking for a gift for someone who loves being active this is it.

Battery life (at least after the first few weeks) is outstanding and it's so easy to see. GPS works great and gives some good tips, too. It's an incredible running watch at a fair price.

Love all the features! This is my first smart watch and I don't know why I waited so long to get one. I love how it helps me sleep better and keep track of my workouts.

Love my garmin and all its functions, has really helped me track all my runs and HRT. Battery life is excellent! last days and watch is very light weight and comfortable to sleep

Love the watch, great for advanced running. Keeps me on my toes and motivated!

I bought this watch because I can wear it while swimming or while using my rowing machine. I wanted a more workout-focused watch than my old Samsung smartwatch. I am very happy with this product and I didn't lose any features by switching.

Love this watch. Excellent for Sleep Tracking and all my Runs. Able to Download Spotify Playlists so you don't have to carry your phone.

Analyzing a highly beneficial sport like running with a science-based watch and creating a training plan accordingly is, in my opinion, extremely important, and this watch fulfills that training system very effectively.

Very good experience as a daily user. Doesn’t lag and is smooth with very accurate data

I’ve been training for a half marathon and the 265 has been the perfect companion to track my times, pace, and recovery!!!

No more charging your watch at the end of every day. Battery life is incredible. The only downside I’ve found is the Garmin app on the phone, but the watch itself is great!