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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 172 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the Forerunner 265's excellent battery life, accurate GPS, and impressive performance across various activities like running and cycling. Many appreciate the detailed sleep tracking and the accurate data provided for fitness metrics. The watch's lightweight and comfortable design, along with its bright and clear AMOLED display, also receive positive feedback. Overall, users highlight the device's accuracy and its ability to enhance their fitness journey.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin 265

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

    Great watch with even better features as far as health..workouts…cardio…or even just step count..highly recommended…charge it once every other week

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

    Must have for running, less so as a smartwatch

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

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review

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

    Great watch, looks great and the heart rate monitor is top notch! Worth the money

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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

    Excellent watch my grandson enjoys it- accurate with the tracker with his exercises and when running - will buy for other grandson for graduation present.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as expected

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

    Works as expected and better then the Instinct, and has a longer battery life then I was thinking.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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

    Amazing upgrade from my Apple Watch. The battery is long lasting and great for running long distances.

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

    Highly recommend

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

    I love this watch! I upgraded from the Venu 2s for running purposes and it has surpassed my expectations. Highly recommend if you are looking for a good workout/running watch.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin

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

    Great for sleep score and enhancing day to day life and feeling. Also gives you a readiness score for the day which I love

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great replacement for my Forerunner 310XT

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wanted a replacement for my classic Garmin Forerunner 310XT but with a capability to last long during my very long hikes, expeditions along with wanting body vitals around VO2 max, HRV, real-time heart rate monitoring. This one provided what I need and really happy!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best investment of 2024

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

    It's really an investment in your health. Besides of tracking your daily routine and activities, you'll be able to monitor your sleep and take actions to stay healthy when it comes to recover and move forward with your family.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    nice garmin

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

    good, good xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift.

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

    Got this as a birthday present for our son and he absolutely loves it.

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

    A great watch for running and hiking

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

    I bought this watch to replace an Apple Watch so I could manage my runs. The Garmin is a huge improvement: workouts are much more customizable and can be set up on the phone; the display is larger and configurable; you can run without your phone and use all features. You can also customize the main display.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent watch

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

    Long lasting battery and excellent health features

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    D1 Athlete

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

    My daughter absolutely loves this watch. She has the Whoop and liked it but was sick of paying a monthly fee. Decided she wanted this and loves it and it does way more and the charge last for almost 3 weeks. Also better than the Apple watch,,,,,

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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

    Great battery life Definitely recommend it for everyday use

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

    Great buy

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

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

    Precise & Accurate

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

    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!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    Purchased this watch for my wife, and it has been a big upgrade. She is loving it so far.

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

    Great Performance Watch

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

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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