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The comparable value price is $449.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 173 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing !

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

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

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb!

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

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what I was looking for!!

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

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

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beast of a Machine

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

    I never take this thing off besides charging. Absolute beast of a machine. I love having the ability to take it on vacation with no issues.

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

    Garmin

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

    Excelent duration, consistent and comfort very easy watch

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great everyday workout 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 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.

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

    Great for training

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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 all of the running features, so comfortable!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Watch Review

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

    Watch is great, battery life amazing and very responsive!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Details and Insights for Days

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

    The Forerunner 265 has been a huge upgrade over the Apple watch. It tracks more metrics and lasts up to 2 weeks on a single charge which has been a game changer for tracking physical activity. It also has a great range of activities to choose from to track.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    For runners

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

    Got it as a gift for my fiance to run her first 5k and she loves it

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

    My son loves it! This was a great purchase from Best Buy! Not the typical smart watch - looks great and does everything a college athlete would like for it to do!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift for runners

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

    Got this as a gift for my husband who was training for his first marathon. He loves it! The fit, the features, the battery life! He loves to tell me “I haven’t charged it in a few days and it’s still going.” It definitely helped motive him more and keep track of his training.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Battery Life

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

    Battery life is incredible, it’s great for people that forget to charge.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best for running, yoga and strength workouts.

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

    The watch is just perfect and suits my activities associated with Yoga, Running and Strength workouts.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this for running!

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

    This is a true running tool. The data is accurate and far more detailed than other brands. I used to have to carry my phone with my prior smartwatch to get semi-accurate GPS data, this watch is perfectly accurate on it's s own. I am using the Garmin connect to develop a training plan which so far has been very helpful. Garmin clearly makes the best watch for runners.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great battery

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

    Great watch for entry level running and triathlon,

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

    Garmin forerunner

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

    Perfect watch for running. Only down side Is maybe the step count, it’s off a little

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this watch!

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this watch! I wish it was a little bigger but it worth it but a bit pricey

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great workout watch

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

    Has nice features but some stats are pretty inaccurate like calories burned so take that value with a grain of salt. Honestly, I only bought this because I wanted a fitness tracking watch that I didn't have to charge every day like my apple watch. Having a 1-2 week battery life is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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
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