Why We Like The Garmin Forerunner 265 Watch
When we're hungry for the podium, we train and race with the Garmin Forerunner 265 Watch. As soon as we open our eyes in the morning, the AMOLED touchscreen display uses less battery power to give us a crisper, clearer view of our metrics, including the night's sleep quality, the day's weather, and our current training readiness. The battery lasts up to 20 hours in GPS GNSS mode for reliable tracking of our long runs and races, while the training status rundown, personalized daily suggested workouts, and preloaded cross-training exercises keep us on course toward a new personal best.
Details
- Multi-sport watch for well-rounded training and race-day readiness
- AMOLED display enhances colors, contrast, and responsiveness
- Fortified polymer bezel for wear-, impact-, and corrosion-resistance
- Tough Corning Gorilla Glass 3 face is light and scratch-resistant
- Silicone strap is flexible, lightweight, and sweat-proof
- Rechargeable battery lasts up to 13 days in smartwatch mode
- 5ATM rating means this watch is submersible up to 50 meters
- HR and energy monitoring, adaptive coaching, real-time stamina, and more
- Item #GRMF067
- Housing Material
- fiber-reinforced polymer
- Strap Material
- silicone
- Face Material
- Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- Movement
- digital, AMOLED Optional Always-On Mode, touchscreen, 416 x 416 pixels
- Pedometer
- yes
- Odometer
- yes
- Altimeter
- yes
- Barometer
- yes
- Heart Rate Monitor
- wrist-based, constant
- Technical Features
- Please see size chart for complete list of technical features
- Wireless
- Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
- Operating System
- Garmin Connect
- Date Indicator
- yes
- Weekday Indicator
- yes
- Alarms
- yes
- Backlight
- yes
- Battery Type
- rechargeable
- Battery Life
- [smartwatch] 13 days, [GPS-only GNSS] 20hr, [SatIQ AutoSelect GNSS] 16hr, [All-Systems GNSS + Multi-Band] 14hr, [GPS-only GNSS + music] 7hr, [SatIQ AutoSelect GNSS + music] 6.5hr, [All-Systems GNSS + Multi-Band + music] 6hr
- Low Battery Indicator
- yes
- Includes
- Forerunner 265, USB-C charging/data cable, documentation
- Claimed Weight
- 1.7oz
- Submersible
- 5ATM (submersible up to 50m)
- Face Size
- 32.5mm (1.3in)
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
- Activity
- running, triathlon, training, yoga, floor climbing, hiking, skiing, snowboarding, nordic skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, rowing, road cycling, ebiking, trail, swimming
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 151 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJune 19, 2024
So Accurate!
Amazing gps tracking. As a runner I couldn't ask for a better watch. It syncs up and connects so quickly. Light weight and very comfortable to wear. In addition to tracking my pace and distance this watch also does a phenomenol job of tracking my heart rate as well as a multitude of other useful things. The way you can customize and personalize this watch is pretty sweet too.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 16, 2024
Great watch
I upgraded from the Forerunner 55. This watch is awesome. I love all the different stats it gives which has improved my training.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 14, 2024
Great Features and Easy to Use
I had a smartwatch for quite some time and the battery would drain so quickly that I couldn't go a full day without having to charge. I also realized that I didn't want/need a lot of the smart features and wanted more of a fitness/health focused watch. This Garmin watch has been everything that I wanted. The battery lasts well over a week before you actually need to charge it. The fitness features are wonderful and easy to see on the app. The ability to still see text messages is a huge plus. All in all, this is exactly what I wanted and it has not disappointed.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 8, 2024
I love my first Garmin
Today i bought Garmin Forerunner 265. I am very happy and i enjoy it on gym.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 2, 2024
Great features, but...
Does not support Garmin Pay for major credit cards!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 1, 2024
Love the screen and all the features!
Tried a couple other watches and everytime I kept coming back to this one. Not only is the screen beautiful but all the features are very worthwhile. Have really appreciated my morning reports as he allows me to understand how my body recovers and what to expect for the day. Also have liked the amount of customization the Home Screen has. Would recommend to others!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
May 29, 2024
Great watch - but scratched SUPER easily
I love the watch and the features that come come with it. But be aware that it scratches very easily. Already have a noticeable scratch after two weeks of regular usage.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
May 26, 2024
Very useful
Still getting used to it. Very accurate and full of different functionalities but navigating through settings is haunting and sometimes overwhelming (I often find my self looking in youtube how to access or change some setting). Nevertheless, is the best gadget to really feel I am getting somewhere with running.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
May 24, 2024
Great Watch
I bought this a month ago and I’m thoroughly enjoying it! It’s such a nice relief to have a reliable watch after having a Fitbit. I love the stats that it gives me, especially since I exercise a lot. It makes me want to challenge myself.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
May 24, 2024
Fav watch!
I bought this watch around one month ago, and super happy with all its features!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
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