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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 192 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wellness Transformation

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

    My first Garmin has transformed my fitness and overall health and wellness in ways I could not have imagined

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

    Loved it

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

    Very satisfied with thr upgrade from vivoactive. Battery life is easily 5-6 days. Screen is responsive. It gives good amount of data

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

    Awesome 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 purchase gives me all my details I wanted and more

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

    A great watch for running.

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

    If you need a watch to run and want to store your music on your wrist. This watch allows you to leave your phone at home. Great GPS and training app to upload run data.

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

    Garmin 265 Watch

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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.

    The Garmin Forerunner 265 is a good watch to own. I especially enjoy the distance traveled, pace, and heart rate that is applied to all physical activities. When lifting weights, it counts how many reps you have completed per set. The screen is a nice color that can be seen from afar and is not painful to see in the dark. I enjoy the messaging feature where I can see my texts and emails without having to check my phone. I mostly use it for swimming where I can track total laps, distance, and more. The sleep function reminds you how much rest you're getting and I have to say I agree with it, so far I’ve been enjoying the consistent reminders to get more rest. I would have enjoyed the map features when hiking and extra battery life but for an extra $150 dollars I did not see the point. I am enjoying this product.

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

    My First Garmin Watch - 265 is Super cool

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

    Garmin 265 is best watch to buy with this price, considering triathlon mode available. For beginners aspiring next level of running and triathlon, makes easy choice with this price. All modes working well and didn’t see any issue. Tried running, swimming, cycling, give better results. Well Garmin 265 is awesome choice

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

    Great runners option

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

    Excellent for running. This garmin does an amazing job with all of the running biometrics. It will also record other data but its main job is running and it does it perfectly. Maybe a tad big if you have a smaller wrist.

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

    Best fitness watch on the market!!

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

    Best watch for fitness hands down!! I would recommend this watch to anyone who runs or works out. Better than the Apple Watch

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

    It’s reliable and its mire accurate then my coros

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

    some features hidden from paywall subscription and watch is a little overpriced but the body battery and stress metrics are very spot on!

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

    Garmin watch ⌚

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

    I did buy watch first time at best buy store best experience best price best bettery life .one time charge five to six day work

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

    Great watch i love it!!

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

    I like the long battery life, the morning reports and how comfortable it is to use everry day.

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

    Love it

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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 had an Apple Watch SE which I liked but for running I definitely prefer this new watch. I’m still learning how to use it. Great sleep data and letting me know how ready I am for the next session and workouts.

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

    New Garmin!

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

    Excellent product. Great service and fast shipping!

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

    Definite Upgrade from my Old Garmin

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

    My previous watch was a 645. The 265 has a much brighter display and easier to navigate menu. The adaptive coach training program has been really helpful. I really like the night mode which dims the display so as not to blind you in bed.

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

    No Regrets

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

    I replaced my AppleWatch with this one and have no regrets. I like the extra features for running workouts and the health measurements.

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

    Gift idea

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

    Great gift for anyone who is interested in running

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

    Fantastic Smartwatch

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

    Wow! I never thought a smartwatch could break down my workouts like the Garmin Forerunner 265. Amazing data, easy to navigate with the amoled display. Would highly recommend to any fitness enthusiasts!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Scratches easily

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

    Scratched on the first day. Nice and comfortable to wear.

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

    Great running watch!

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

    This watch has taken my training to the next level! Excellent stats/metrics delivered daily to help you break your next record. Only downside is it cannot fully integrate with iPhone the way only Apple Watch can.

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

    Love it!

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

    Love the AMOLED! Great dro running outside. Running in snow or under the sun

    I would recommend this to a friend
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