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Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

Model:
010-02156-05
SKU:
12025888
$249.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 349 reviews

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89%
would recommend
to a friend
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  • Good purchase

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

    Great basic function watch. Good for my teenage cross country runner who is hard on devices.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Forerunner 45

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

    I am using forerunner 45 for running, biking and fast walking. I am pleased so far by the performance of the watch.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Requested birthday gift

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

    Given as a gift. Recipient enjoyed the product and looked forward to using the product on a daily basis.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    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.

    Once you get used to the functions, it works like a charm. I really like how they send you emails with your statistics.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Smart (maybe too smart) watch

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

    I'm not sure. It might be too confusing to set up... But it's supposed to be a great tool.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great!

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

    Love this! Tracks everything! I use it primarily for daily use and workouts. I also use it to track my pregnancy!

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • mainly good

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

    great but somewhat complicated to use great but there are some electronic design deficit

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Really wanted a watch to focus mainly on exercise

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

    This Watch was recommended a lot and once I bought it I couldn’t agree more! It’s great

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Easy watch to use

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

    I use this watch to track my runs! The weather tracking and the band itself could better. Overall it’s a good watch.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good watch

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

    I like the watch, but I regret not buying the higher end watch .

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Running watch.

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

    Bought watch for my son. He appears very satisfied with the watch. It meets his expectations.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • So. So.

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

    Works well. Just wasn’t as simple as the Garmin 245.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Simple fitness watch

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

    This is an amazing watch for a runner. I also love the ability of the watch to keep track of sleep patterns

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Review

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

    It is a really good smart watch. My son enjoys it so much and very useful

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Best runner's watch

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

    Associate approached us. He was knowledgeable and friendly.the watch !performed as well butas he said it would.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great fitness tracker

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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 my Forerunner 45! It has so many functions. I’m still learning them. So much better than Fitbit.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Garmin running watch

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

    Good for running and keeping track of fitness. Also monitors heart rate.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    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.

    Very good for keeping up with your health stats.bought for my cousin who uses it when he goes running.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for running

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

    My son loves this watch. It keeps him on track with his pace.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Garmin

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

    This watch is very solid, same as my other garmin gadget.

    This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 45 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2019)

    I would recommend this to a friend
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