Why We Like The Garmin Forerunner 165 Watch
Preparing for race day has never been as easy as it is when we're rocking the Garmin Forerunner 165 Watch to track our every move. The GNSS tracking system accurately captures every mile we run, swim, hike, or bike, and wrist-based running power displays how much power we’re applying to the trail or road, so we can manage effort and fine-tune training. Other features, such as sleep scores, energy tracking, heart-rate monitoring, recovery time suggestions, training tips, and even women's health tracking, make this watch a must-have for anyone seriously interested in getting the most out of their daily physical activities.
Details
- Get the most out of your runs with this top-end sports watch
- Amoled screen provides a crisp, clear view of your metrics
- GNSS tracking system delivers accurate maps and stats
- Simple navigation with a touchscreen and buttons
- Wrist-based heart-rate and running-dynamic monitoring
- Multiple activity options to track more than running
- 5ATM rating allows for safe submersion up to 5 meters
- Battery offers up to 11 days of long-lasting life
- Item #GRMF07G
- Housing Material
- chemically strengthened glass
- Strap Material
- silicone
- Face Material
- AMOLED
- Movement
- digital
- Pedometer
- yes
- Odometer
- yes
- Altimeter
- yes
- Barometer
- yes
- Heart Rate Monitor
- Garmin Elevate (wrist-based)
- Submersible
- up to 5ATM
- Technical Features
- please see size chart for complete list of technical features
- Wireless
- Bluetooth, ANT+
- Operating System
- Garmin Connect
- Dual Times
- yes
- Date Indicator
- yes
- Weekday Indicator
- yes
- Alarms
- yes
- Backlight
- yes
- Battery Type
- rechargeable, Garmin proprietary plug charger (included)
- Battery Life
- [smartwatch mode] up to 11 days, [battery-saver smartwatch mode] up to 20 days, [GPS-only GNSS mode] up to 19hr, [all-systems GNSS mode] up to 17hr, [all-systems GNSS mode] up to 6.5hr
- Includes
- Forerunner 165 Watch, USB-C charging/data cable, documentation
- Face Size
- 30.4mm
- Claimed Weight
- 1.3oz
- Activity
- running, training, hiking, swimming, biking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 27 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 25, 2024
Apple Watch who????
I absolutely love this watch. It stays charged for days! I love how I can see my step count right. Garmin girl forever
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 24, 2024
Nice
I bought this one month ago and I’m very happy with it
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 20, 2024
Lots of features
I like the fact that for a great price the Forerunner 165 has so many features. Even better, you can arrange the features in an order that works for everyone.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 20, 2024
Poor
I’m first time using the garmin watch there’s now enough work out to using in gam
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 19, 2024
Couldn't Ask for a Better Watch
Initially received the Garmin Swim as a present but knowing that I don't exclusively swim, I contacted Garmin to ask their advice on the best watch. I ended up with the Forerunner 165. The (pool) swimming is totally accurate, and it also enables me to track eliptical, treadmill, stairmaster, walking, spin classes, HIIT, hiking, elevation, heart rate, sleep, etc. Battery life is pretty solid, and it's very quick to recharge.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 19, 2024
Life Changing
Got tired of having to keep digging for and checking my phone during my runs, so glad I bought this. Even considering upgrading to the 965 at some point
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 13, 2024
Everything a runner needs
Very happy with my purchase. Love the screen sharp and clear. The watch gives me all the features I need
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 9, 2024
Light, durable, effective entry watch from Garmin
the product is easy to use and the screen is an awesome upgrade from previous products. The price is affordable for the watch's functions and after a month of usage for daily activity and running/workouts I have no complaints
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 8, 2024
Garmin Forerunner 165
For a person that actually has 4 Garmin watches a Garmin Navigator for my motorcycle and one for my police unit, I feel I am somewhat qualified to review my new Garmin watch. I love the Amoled screen on the new forerunner it is so much better than that on my 735XT or 945. The 165 hooks up to the satellite so quickly it amazes me. I love the color of the band, I think just the use of the functions makes it easier to use than my other brands that I have.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 6, 2024
Awesome watch
Keeping in mind it is entry level, it has cover all my needs. Even going beyond as a new runner. Good battery life (about a week in gesture mode, with notifications active and following training plans of 4 days a week using gps), light and the amoled screen is mind blowing compare with other models. Nap detection can be improve, not always recognizing when napping. Totally recommend buying it
Originally reviewed on Garmin
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