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  • The text on the image reads: 120 LIGHT START 38 STOP 10 10 100% UP SATURDAY 01 + VO2 24h 52 DOWN BACK 25 RUN GARMIN.
  • The timer on the Garmin watch shows 108:20. The watch is also displaying the distance, pace, and heart rate. The distance is 7.65, the pace is 8:55, and the heart rate is 140.
  • The text on the image reads: "7 LIGHT UP DOWN Training Readiness 82 High Well Recovered START STOP BACK GARMIN."
  • The text on the image is: "GARMIN FORERUNNER 265S."
  • Alt View 1. Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Whitestone.
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  • Garmin Forerunner 265 Product Overview Video video 1 minutes 23 seconds

Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Whitestone - (2023)

Model:
010-02810-04
SKU:
6544444
Your price for this item is $449.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 50 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    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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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch's battery life, citing its longevity and improvement over other brands. The ease of use and accuracy of the GPS are also frequently praised, along with the improved screen and its display options. Positive feedback highlights the watch's suitability for runners and hikers. There were no reported negative comments.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps accuracy

    10/10 watch!

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

    Awesome watch! Once I got it all set up and personalized it's such a support in my fitness journey. I love having the info on how I sleep and my activity trends. Really great to have the GPS component as well to visualize my hikes.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

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

    264 Garmin watch

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

    Excellent watch for all the sports I do!! Easy to use and long battery life.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Perfect watch for an active individual!

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

    As a runner and someone who is active, this watch is amazing. It is easy to use and tracks everything, even things that I would not think of . I have been using it to help me train for a half marathon and the training guide option is perfect. I can’t think of one bad thing to say about this watch.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

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

    So glad I made the switch!

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

    If possible I’d give 4 1/2 stars. My only complaint? It doesn’t track data when you run on the treadmill very well. Everything else is amazing, including having a training plan that updates based on my performance and data.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Top Notch Smartwatch

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

    Fantastic watch with all the features! I upgraded to this Forerunner version and am so glad I did. It can take a few seconds for GPS to lock in before a workout but nothing significant enough to warrant a demotion on rating.

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

    Excellent features for runners

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent choice for runners and long live battery (up to 2 weeks).

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

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

    Great for Runners

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My daughter is really enjoying this watch for Cross Country. She prefers it to the other brands she’s tried.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Garmin - Forerunner 265S Smartwatch

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

    This is a great watch; it was a graduation gift to my grand-daughter who is a runner. She really loves it as it tells her all the information she needs, before going out on her daily training run. HIGHLY RECOMERNDED.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch

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

    Great watch. Too big. Returned due to size. Staying with my 735xt

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

    Smart watch

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

    This watch is more accurate than the Apple Watch. Battery last longer

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Watch review

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

    The screen and options for your screen display are amazing. I am really loving the garmin coach as I prepare for races this upcoming year.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

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

    Great watch for smaller wrists

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

    Bought this for my daughter and she absolutely loves it! She switched from AppleWatch to Garmin and loves all the features...and battery life. I am a huge garmin watch fan and they contiune to get better every year

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Light Pink - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Watch

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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 watch as a gift for my daughter who runs marathons! She loves the touchscreen feature on this. Perfect size for her wrist!

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Garmin - 265S GPS

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

    Excellent GPS tracker for outside runners, however does not have good precision if you run on the treadmill.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Garmin s

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

    Excellent.... Garmin s android... Everyone that uses one has to be Garmin....She has no problems...My brother has no problems....what else is there to say.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Light Pink - (2023)

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

    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.

    Great battery life and UI/UX. The app works well too. Definitely worth it.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2023)

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

    The new, durable apple watch

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

    The battery life and capabilities of this watch are amazing!

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Light Pink - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch

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

    Works as intended for the most part. Sometimes does not sync with phone. Wish it had some basic smart functionality such as loudspeaker for the occasional call or text for iPhone. Still a good dedicated running watch.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Amazing find!

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

    Great watch with amazing running metrics, must buy if you are a runner!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great watch

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

    Very nice watch with lots of functions. Easy to see the face while working out.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 265S GPS Smartwatch 42 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black/Light Pink - (2023)

    I would recommend this to a friend
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