$449.99 when purchased online
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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, White (band)
Weight: .08 Pounds
Water Resistance: Water-Resistant
Product Model: Garmin Forerunner 265
Electronics Condition: New
Electronics Features: Compass, Changeable Bands, Receives Texts, Accelerometer, Stopwatch, Calendar Notifications, Rechargeable, Built-In GPS, Mobile Payment Technology, Smartphone Compatible, Music Capabilities, App Notifications, 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: 1.1 Inches
Activities tracked: Swimming, Dynamic Workout Activities, Hiking, Walking, Elliptical Training, Weights, Running, Climbing, Daily Workout Memory, Yoga, Pilates
Maximum Battery Charge Life: 15 Days
Metrics Measured: Active Minutes, Speed, Daily Distance, Stress Level, Heart Rate, Elevation Climbed, Total Steps, Sleep Interruptions, Floors Climbed, Sleep Duration, Sleep Quality, Calories Burned, Sleep Stages, 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: 89156652
UPC: 753759313661
Item Number (DPCI): 057-03-1071
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 8 inches length x 7 inches width x 6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.29 pounds
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Guests are saying
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 328 reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
Michael K - 5 days ago
originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
Great for running, cycling and general training. Long battery life
Great features!
4 out of 5 stars
Best buy - 6 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Great features , does take time to figure out all of the features and ultimately utilize them to the best of the watch's capabilities.
Kicks Apple Watch out the water!
5 out of 5 stars
Vintor95 - 7 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Battery life no worries! Calories burned? Tracked! Steps taken? More accuracy? Amazing display and easy UI? Ya got it! Love this watch and am glad I made the switch from Apple Watch. Wish I would’ve sooner.
1st time Garmin owner/user
5 out of 5 stars
Old and slow - 8 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
As a first-time smartwatch user and novice runner, I've been thoroughly impressed with the Garmin Forerunner 265. This watch has proven to be an invaluable training companion as I've embarked on my new running regime. One of the standout features for me has been the comprehensive fitness tracking capabilities. The large, easy-to-read display provides clear real-time metrics on pace, distance, heart rate, and more during my workouts. The GPS functionality is highly accurate, giving me reliable data on my routes and progress. Beyond just the basics, I've found the wealth of training insights provided by the watch to be incredibly useful. The sleep scoring feature, in particular, has offered valuable feedback on the quality of my rest and how it impacts my readiness for training. The training readiness score has also been remarkably accurate, helping me understand when I'm primed for a tough workout versus when I need to focus on recovery. The smartwatch connectivity, allowing me to receive notifications from my smartphone, is a convenient feature that helps me stay connected without constantly checking my device. While the music playback capabilities are a nice addition, I've found the process of downloading playlists to the watch to be somewhat cumbersome as a novice user. One area I would have appreciated more support is in the form of a built-in marathon training plan. As someone new to running, having a structured program to follow from the outset would have been helpful. Overall, the Forerunner 265 has been an excellent investment for someone new to both running and smartwatches. The wealth of fitness-tracking features, data insights, and training guidance make it a powerful tool for monitoring and improving my performance. I'm confident this watch will continue to be an invaluable companion as I progress in my running journey.
Love the ease of use!!
5 out of 5 stars
Gunner01 - 10 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Easiest watch I've used. Easy to update to the connect app, and every day use like sleep tracking are great features.
Levels you up !
5 out of 5 stars
GermanRVargas - 10 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
A month ago bought the Forerunner 265 upgraded from an Apple Ultra 2. Felt like the ultra was missing a lot of features that I need to level my fitness up and help me train for half marathon. I couldn’t be happier with its battery life and also its features that come with it. Has given me insights into my health.
Amazing
5 out of 5 stars
Digslair - 12 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I’ve used this for a few weeks and the amount of features and data collected has really stepped my workouts up.
Amazing watch!!
5 out of 5 stars
Rachel M - 15 days ago
originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
love all the features, long battery life, great for rowing and ironmans (my two sports)
Garmin Forerunner 265
5 out of 5 stars
Trenton V - 20 days ago
originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
Watch has exceeded expectations. Battery life is great and GPS is very accurate. No complaints at all with this watch.
Great Upgrade!
5 out of 5 stars
jackimeshi - 20 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I upgraded from a Forerunner 55 to the 265 and it's night and day. the additional functions are adding significant benefits to my running training, with the additional insights helping me push myself safely to become better. also, the fact that I can sync up music with it (I use Spotify) is really cool, as I can just grab the headphones and start running. overall, a great and meaningful upgrade!
Good Watch
5 out of 5 stars
dcutl002 - 24 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I bought this watch as an upgrade for my Forerunner 735XT plus I wanted to use Garmin Coach. Everything works as expected.
Easy to use
5 out of 5 stars
Paperdragon - 29 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I bought this Forerunner for my husband who had a major stroke 3 years ago to encourage him to walk, stay hydrated and to track his sleep. He can walk with difficulty with a cane, but he only has one functional hand and arm. But because it is touch screen, he can manipulate his watch by touching it with his nose. We opted for a simple watch face that is easy for him to read.
crisp and bright face
5 out of 5 stars
sdguy55 - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
have had a 235 for years. the 265 is a very nice upgrade, many new features. the face is very bright and crisp.
The data the watch provides is very impressive!
5 out of 5 stars
Brennenpbrown - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
I love being able to track all the different stats from sleep to VO2 data. The accuracy of the GPS is far superior to any other watch brand I’ve tried on the market.
I have had this watch for 2 weeks.
5 out of 5 stars
Dev97 - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
As someone who is newer to running/training, this watch has plenty of features for the intermediate level runner! I’m still continuing to find new features everyday. Between structured interval settings and the screen analytics during a workout, this watch is worth every penny! I would recommend the Garmin Forerunner 265 to anyone!
Great features
5 out of 5 stars
Callen25 - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
I got this about 2 weeks ago and it preforms so good when doing activity’s or just work
Love my forerunner 265
5 out of 5 stars
Broe2121 - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
I love the data the 265 captures. It’s very accurate with heart rate, steps, and if you’re running in the treadmill. Cool features and is quite the jump from my forerunner 55. More in depth for sure
Does it all
5 out of 5 stars
Nicolethomas14 - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
I switched to the FR265 after 2 Fenix watches and a slew of other Forerunners. I love that the 265 does everything I need, but less extra stuff, in a package that’s smaller and much lighter. The AMOLED display is beautiful.
I love it! (minus one tiny thing)
5 out of 5 stars
MKE_Beth - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
I've had the watch for about three weeks now. It is replacing a beloved Forerunner 736xt. The only thing I don't love is that the screen stays dark until you move your arm to look at it. Then there is a fraction of a second lag that's a tiny bit annoying. That is vastly outweighed by all the things I love about it: --it is SUPER customizable. The main face can be customized using 10-20 starter formats, with customizable fields within each face, with customizable colors. --there's a compass, altimeter, and barometer!! --there's easily accessible alarms/timer/stopwatch --You can add and remove types of workouts, so I added SUP, and removed a few others --same as before you can control the format and fields of the data screens for each workout --there's a new "widget" screen that allows you have up to 10 shortcuts to your favorite features like history, alarms, compass, lock --unlocking the watch is easier (press-hold any button) --my primary use for the watch is open water swimming in Lake Michigan. That season is about to begin. I also love to use it for SUP outings to my "path" around a body of water. Also use it for cycling. --I don't use the watch for music/texting/phone but those features are available
Amazing
5 out of 5 stars
Cbake1728 - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
I was a little nervous switching to garmin because I have only had an Apple Watch.. this watch is way better.. I never used my Apple Watch for texting or talking anyways so the switch wasn’t a big deal for me. The GPS is way better, easy to use, love the run button, the sleep tracker is awesome! Garmin fan for life now.