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
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- 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 270 ratings
Review Summary
Here's what customers have to say
The fitness watch offers accurate GPS tracking, detailed workout data, and long battery life. Customers appreciate its simplicity, functionality, and sleek design, describing it as a significant upgrade from previous fitness trackers. The watch is easy to use, with helpful tools like suggested workouts and recovery tracking. Overall, it appears to be a reliable and feature-rich option for active individuals.
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 6, 2025
Great Starter
I have had this watch for a few months and Love it! This watch has been a great choice for my training at the moment. While I always want more, this watch had way more than I had thought when I first bought it. The watch connects fast to GPS, even in some areas where my old watch to a little longer. Set up was fast, and customizable watch face and settings are great. This watch would be great for New runners, high school and college runners. Just make sure you do your research and compare watches.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 5, 2025
Sucks goes into powersave mode during runs and I l
Bought it a month ago and I'm not happy doesn't log all my miles goes into powersave mode during runs
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 4, 2025
It’s okay
I returned it. It wasn’t giving what I thought it was going to give.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 3, 2025
Helpful Features
I’m starting Summer workouts for Cross Country and this watch has been so helpful. My coach tracks our runs using Strava, so it’s perfect that this watch can import my runs straight to the Strava App.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 2, 2025
Nice font size easy to read.
Cannot get the watch to sink with my phone, when I receive text messages.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 2, 2025
Everything I was hoping for and more!
I am a consistent runner who takes it fairly seriously and this watch has everything you need if you are a normal runner. Highly recommend, no issues at all.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 1, 2025
Perfect watch
I am very pleased with my forerunner 165. I originally purchased the 55 and it just wasn’t enough tech for me. Very happy I upgraded. Screen is gorgeous, features are easy to use, and does a great job tracking my runs, and giving me insight on activity and sleep. Prefer it over the watch with the Apple logo I’ve worn for YEARS. I get about a week of battery life on mine
Originally reviewed on Garmin
July 1, 2025
Very runner friendly!
After going back and forth with staying in the apple ecosystem I decided that my history with Garmin was positive enough to slide back into. I couldn't be happier, the 165 does pretty much all I need it to do and a little more. Its packed with features for the price and I'm not sure a runner needs much more. I don't know what higher ends offer but this was enough for me. You'll never get that 11 days of battery but you will get 6, even recording activities and using as a smart watch daily.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 30, 2025
Great for new runner!
I bought this to replace my Fitbit and I wish I would have done it sooner ! Great features and a lot more stuff and way more accurate!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
June 30, 2025
Best Watch I Have Ever Owned
I bought this watch about a month ago and it hasn't left ny wrist unless I charged it. Tracks my miles, my strength workouts, HR, calories burned, and it's improved my health by tracking all of it. I would recommend a Garmin over any other watch on the market!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
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