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$449.99

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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 247 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers admire the Forerunner 265 GPS Smartwatch for its impressive battery life and overall performance, making it suitable for exercise enthusiasts. Users appreciate its GPS accuracy, sleep tracking capabilities, lightweight design, and comfortable fit. The watch also boasts excellent data accuracy and screen quality, with a comprehensive set of features, while some customers wish it was slightly bigger.

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  • 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:
    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:
    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
  • Pros mentioned:
    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:
    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

    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

    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:
    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
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin review

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve really enjoy this over my old garmin and my app watch. Has everything I need/looking for in a fitness watch.

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

    Science-Based Running Performance

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

    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.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good watch for runners

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

    Good watch for starting runners! Gives measurements in everything needed plus a great battery life and price

    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:
    Comfort

    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:
    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:
    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:
    Comfort

    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:
    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:
    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:
    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
  • 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