$449.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- Brilliant AMOLED touchscreen display with traditional button controls; lightweight design in 46 mm size
- Up to 13 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS mode
- As soon as you wake up, get your morning report with an overview of your sleep, recovery and training outlook alongside HRV status, training readiness and weather (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- Plan race strategy with personalized daily suggested workouts based on the race and course that you input into the Garmin Connect™ app and then view the race widget on your watch; daily suggested workouts adapt after every run to match performance and recovery
- Training readiness score is based on sleep quality, recovery, training load and HRV status to determine if you’re primed to go hard and get the most out of your workout (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- 30+ built-in activity profiles include running, triathlons, cycling, open-water swimming and more
- Using indicators such as HRV status, recent exercise history and performance, get insight into overall effort with training status — and know whether you’re training productively, peaking or strained (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- Safety and tracking features, including incident detection (during select outdoor activities) and Assistance, send a message with your live location to emergency contacts when paired with your compatible smartphone; requires setup and your smartphone to be in an area with network coverage where data connectivity is available
- Multi-band GNSS with SatIQ™ technology provides superior positioning accuracy in challenging environments while also optimizing the device’s battery life
- Never miss a call or text from your paired Android™ or Apple® smartphone with smart notifications
- Leave your cash and cards at home; Garmin Pay™ contactless payments let you pay for purchases on the go (with a supported country and payment network)
- Download songs to your watch, including playlists from Spotify, Amazon Music or Deezer (subscription may be required), and connect with your wireless headphones for phone-free listening
- See your health and fitness information, connect and compete with friends, sign up for challenges to earn badges and more — all in our free, zero-subscription Garmin Connect™ app
Description
Train brilliantly with the Forerunner® 265 GPS running smartwatch. Its colorful AMOLED touchscreen display stands out while the training readiness feature — which tells you when you’re primed for a productive session — helps you crush your goals. Wake up to your morning report with HRV status to see health insights alongside an overview of sleep, recovery and training outlook (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked). Plan your race strategy with the race widget, which enables personalized daily suggested workouts that adapt to performance, recovery, the race you’re running and its course. Get ready to make the most of every run with wrist-based running power and multi-band GPS. And when you want to switch it up with cross training, choose from more than 30 activity profiles, including triathlons, cycling, swimming and more. Get a more complete picture of your health, not just a glimpse, from your Forerunner 265 with up to 13 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
Features: Assorted Blues, Black (band)
Weight: .1 Pounds
Water Resistance: Water-Resistant
Product Model: Garmin Forerunner 265
Electronics Condition: New
Electronics Features: Compass, Receives Texts, Changeable Bands, Accelerometer, Stopwatch, Calendar Notifications, Rechargeable, Mobile Payment Technology, Built-In GPS, Smartphone Compatible, App Notifications, Music Capabilities, Touchscreen Display, Text Notifications, Customizable Watch Faces
Connection Type: USB-C
Material: Watch Band: Silicone
Includes: User Manual, USB Cable
Operating System Compatibility: Apple iOS, Android
Wireless Technology: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Screen Size: 1.3 Inches
Activities tracked: Swimming, Dynamic Workout Activities, Walking, Hiking, Elliptical Training, Running, Weights, Climbing, Pilates, Yoga, Daily Workout Memory
Maximum Battery Charge Life: 15 Days
Metrics Measured: Active Minutes, Daily Distance, Speed, Stress Level, Heart Rate, Elevation Climbed, Total Steps, Sleep Interruptions, Floors Climbed, Sleep Duration, Sleep Quality, Sleep Stages, Calories Burned, VO2 Max
Band Size: M/L
Material: Plastic, FRP (Fiber-reinforced Polymer)
Battery: 1 Non-Universal Lithium Ion, Required, Included
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 89156630
UPC: 753759313678
Item Number (DPCI): 057-03-7500
Origin: Imported
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.gov www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 2.8 inches length x 3.6 inches width x 4.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.29 pounds
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Q: This white color it’s 265 “S” what means , smaller size 42mm ? Or they described wrong?
submitted by Best brand - 9 months ago
A: Hi Best brand, thanks for reaching out about Garmin Forerunner 265 with Silicone Band To better understand your individual needs, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.
submitted byJustin - 9 months agoTarget expert support
Q: Does this watch track pace to the second or does it round to every 5 seconds? My old Garmin gives me pace to the exact second. Seems like most watches today round to the nearest 5 seconds. Very annoying. What does this watch do?
submitted by Uncle J - 1 year ago
A: Hi Uncle J, thanks for reaching out about Garmin Forerunner 265 with Silicone Band. What we could find from Garmin is the following: "Garmin watches that have a running activity profile display a rounded pace, which is the current pace value rounded to the nearest 5 seconds." If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.
submitted byMatt - 1 year agoTarget expert support
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The Garmin Forerunner 265 is a highly praised fitness watch that combines advanced features with user-friendly design, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned athletes. Guests appreciate its accurate GPS tracking, vibrant AMOLED display, and impressive battery life, which lasts up to two weeks. The watch offers a variety of health and fitness metrics, including sleep tracking and training readiness, enhancing the overall fitness experience. Many guests find it a valuable tool for achieving their fitness goals.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.7 out of 5 stars with 368 reviews
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
100% would recommend
1 recommendations
Mostly love…
3 out of 5 stars
abigail marie - 6 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I do love my Garmin, but I fear there may be something wrong with mine. Since I have gotten it, I cannot get a good sleep score. It read in the 40s almost every single night, or even lower. I also have an Oura ring that tracks my health, and I will get a 86 sleep score with them and a 42 with Garmin. I am worried a sensor or something is faulty in my watch.
Very nice upgrade to my Garmin 935
5 out of 5 stars
KWWhite - 8 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I have used Forerunners dating back to 2006, and have loved my Garmin 935 for the last 3 years. I wanted more color and features so stepped up to a new 265 last month. I am pleased with many of the 265 features, specifically a richer colorful display for everyday and race use, and the expanded health metrics compliment my smart ring daily health data. I will be honest that the cool new color watch I use all day does drain the battery more than my 935 did, with me getting about 5 days normal use of training runs, 24/7 wear, between charges rather than the 7-9 days with the 935, but I still have not tweaked my battery consumption with features yet so who knows if that might improve. Another minor issue is that the bezel on the 265 is curved downward on the edges such that my old glass screen protector for the bezel don't fit tight and other plastic options are sub par. Would love to find a complete minimal bezel protector if I could in the future to protect the Gorilla glass from major scratching which I inevitably do to it. Overall I am pleased with the 265 in most all respects, and would highly recommend the watch.
Garmin 265
3 out of 5 stars
Daniellev - 9 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I bought month ago and lit bit disappointed with to thing size of the display is too small or too big, and why it no microphone or speaker? 965 no microphone or speaker as well so I used both way like running and smartphone and so I will maybe return and find another one
Great for some fitness
3 out of 5 stars
David7998 - 10 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I love this watch for running and tracking stats — it’s accurate, reliable, and great for fitness. I just wish it had more smart watch features, like voice commands, to make it even more versatile. Some functions can be tricky to find at first, so there’s a bit of a learning curve, but once you get the hang of it, it’s a solid choice for runners.
Great watch, detailed review.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Anonymous - 10 days ago, Verified purchaser
Everything is great about this watch. It’s one of the best Garmin watches. Downside is it doesn’t take calls or allow you to text for iPhone, but it still notifies you. 14 day battery life, better workout settings than Apple Watch. It’s also circular which looks more professional. It’s been 5 months now and still 14 days of charging strong. Make sure you buy watch face plastic covers for it, pack of 5 for less than $20 on Amazon.
265 Upgrade
5 out of 5 stars
Rlwalke - 10 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Upgraded from a 645. Happy with the upgrade. Hoping to get as much mileage as I have from the 645.
Much better than my Apple Watch s8
5 out of 5 stars
Michael98 - 11 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
This watch was a little pricey but well worth it. I bought this to replace my Apple Watch Series 8 because I was getting more serious into running and would like to start biking + swimming. I really like the battery life. That is really the big selling point. If you are a runner and use the "Runna" app, your workouts sync up seamlessly to be started right on your watch.
Garmin 265
5 out of 5 stars
T holt - 13 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Love the watch. The battery life is crazy ! Can go almost a week with out charging!
Just right for me.
5 out of 5 stars
W1UL - 15 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Nice activity metrics. Encourages me to pay closer attention to my training sessions.
Love the bright display ,body battery and HRV
4 out of 5 stars
Danny gen1v1 - 16 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Excellent watch.Please keep the forerunner display big.Im 52 years old and I don't run with my specticals. Having a big display hepls out when I sweating.
Great watch. Great features at a good price!
5 out of 5 stars
Tralik33 - 16 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Very pleased with this watch so far. Easy to use and the display is amazing. While it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of dedicated fitness devices like Whoop or Fitbit, it has 90% of the features without an ongoing monthly fee.
Best watch
5 out of 5 stars
IIIQTRTIME - 17 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I think it’s the best watch I’ve ever owned to keep up with personal stats
Does exactly what I need
5 out of 5 stars
RayCop - 19 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Polar H10 syncs perfectly and GPS is spot on. Still learning this 265 but very happy
Good for runners
4 out of 5 stars
Love2run - 19 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Love the watch! I previously had an Apple Watch and while I do miss a few features—like “Find My Phone,” Apple Music, and the talk-to-text function—the Forerunner 265 more than makes up for it with its fitness tracking. It’s great for serious runners. The performance metrics, GPS accuracy, and battery life are impressive. If you’re focused on training and running, this is a strong choice.
steady performer
4 out of 5 stars
popozao - 22 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
It appears to work well on both land and in water as it doesn't rely on the touch screen, only on the buttons. When indoors, I have a hard time getting the GPS ready.
Great watch
5 out of 5 stars
Blitty - 26 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Recently upgraded from 225 music, and the 265 is perfect for training. Has all the data intel, sleep etc and good size not too too big but not smaall
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4 out of 5 stars
Hannah N - 26 days ago
originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
I think it’s a good middle between beginner regular running watch and a fancy experienced one. I have used it for months with running,walking, and everyday life. The battery life is decent ,but I wish it was a little longer.
Great 265
5 out of 5 stars
JBerry - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
I ran 12 marathons in 6 years, starting at age 45....when i first started running with a Garmin, it helped me tremendously because it "made me slow down" as I was able to see my real-time pace...this helped my distance......I laid off running for many years and have just now picked it back up and had to get a Garmin to help me get motivated as well as challenge me in various ways (distance, pace, overall time, splits, etc.). Garmin's are great
Love it!
5 out of 5 stars
Diggy x2 - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
I have had it for almost a month and love it. It has everything I wanted and more. It doesn't feel cheap and it's still light weight. Perfect for everything I do.
Best Garmin watch I have ever owned
4 out of 5 stars
Marc C - 1 month ago
originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
I like the watch a lot. The display is so much better than previous models. My only complaint is that it does a lot of stuff on its own that I don't want it to do and it sometimes hard to figure out how to turn off the things it is doing. A good watch for any runner.