Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Garmin Forerunner 265 is a game-changer. The AMOLED display is bright and clear, GPS is super accurate, and the battery life is impressive even with daily workouts. I love the Training Readiness feature and how well it tracks everything from runs to strength training. It’s lightweight, stylish, and syncs seamlessly with the Garmin app. Perfect for serious runners or anyone wanting to stay on top of their fitness.

Great watch that tracks everything pretty accurate. Long lasting battery life. Water proof, sweat proof. Light weight

Switched over from an Apple Watch 9 since I started running and hiking more. THE BATTERY LIFE IS THE BEST THING- lasts up to a week for me. I can say this is definitely a fitness watch, not so much a smart watch—but that’s what I wanted! I hated being so connected to my phone and always being able to check texts and get phone notifications on my wrist, I felt so attached. But I’ve turned off the settings to notify my on text messages (I keep calls on) but love that I don’t feel addicted to my smart watch. Also love the running features, and garmin allows you to check your pace in the moment, and not the average lap pace. I’ve been using the training programs (included for free) and like that over having to pay for apps like Runna. Connects seamlessly with Strava (and apple fitness). Ive banged it against the wall at the gym more than once and expected a scratch on the screen or even the plastic but I don’t seem to see anything!! Definitely not as cute and aesthetically pleasing as an Apple Watch but if you’re looking for a true fitness watch, the forerunner 265 is great!

I got this watch to mainly track my crappy sleep, it does the trick for sure. I have been getting better sleep than usual with the information it provides. I also use it at the gym with my workouts. I have my workouts programmed on the watch with each set, reps and even the rest times to keep me on a good pace. I am sure it does more than I know and I am sure I will learn over time all it offers. One thing I do love is all the different things I can have on the face at once. I have the weather, elevation, heart rate, steps, sun set time, battery life and time. It is my first ever watch like this and do not regret the purchase. It’s cool also tracking my hikes and walks with the dog.

I bought my Garmin about a month ago, and it has been great! Battery life is as promised, and I’ve been loving the sleep feature. I don’t notice it at all at night! I had been ready to get rid of my Apple Watch and this has been amazing. I use it mostly for my runs and am happy to not be receiving all of the Apple notifications I was getting on my previous watch. This is a great health and workout focused watch. Highly recommend!

I've been an Apple user for a long time; however as I train for my first and hopefully many marathons, it was to try a Garmin so I did. I was going to get the basis 165 Forerunner but decided on the 265 after doing some comparison and research. I can honestly say, I'm still getting use to it but it was WORTH the change. I'm happy I invested in the Forerunner 265.

So I bout this for my fit journey. Battery life is good. I can go for a week without charging it. I did put it on sleep mode. Where the watch goes on battery saving mode. If it’s on saving battery mode probably can go over a week. I say to watch a video on how to use the garmin . So you can understand everything that is on there. I do love my watch. Like I said using it for my fitness journey.

This watch is absolutely tremendous. I seldomly take it off. The battery life is fantastic, sleep tracking is great, Heart rate tracking and exercise tracking to include my workouts is incredible. Amazing, amazing purchase!

I have had it for a month now and love it. It took a bit more than an Apple Watch to set up but it’s great. It seems to track steps and heart rate better than a standard IPhone. They make tracking workout way easier too. The battery last two weeks on one charge.

I worn this watch every day after my purchase for 2 months now and absolutley love it. I made the switch from apple to garmin and could not be happier. I only charge it once every 2 weeks compared to every night. Also, I love the garmin coach that helps walk me through workouts which comes with the watch to help me achieve my running goals.

My new favorite watch. before this i had the Garmin instinct 2. It worked well and did the job. I did miss having an OLED display. That was the biggest thing for me. Finally made the switch and i was very happy. The watch faces look very clear and crisp. I tend to work out for about 30 min to an hour every usually walking, jogging or hiking. It last about 8 to 10 days. If I use it lightly it would last me about the 12 to 14 days. with about 5% battery left. i tend to charge it every 7 days and it ends up being form 45% to 55% and again that's just on how I use it. I get all notifications like I would on any other smart watch which is nice also.

I’m loving the watch it’s super comfortable and and great at tracking everything

Just the product I need to start my training the battery life is awesome

Great product rated the best for runners and I can say, it surely is. I am very happy with my purchase.

Well, I'm starting running, and this is a goo tool to check your progress. Im happy with this watch. The transaction was very friendly and quick.

Good for performance, swim indoor out door, bike indoor, out door, running indoors or outdoor, connect to starva.

Great purchase gives me all my details I wanted and more

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

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.

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.