Garmin Forerunner 265
46 mm, Polymer, One size- free shipping
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Product details
| Watch type | Sports watch |
| Main functions | Alarm clock, Automatic summertime, Calorie consumption measurement, Date display, Datebooks, Music functionalities, Music storage, Oxygen saturation, Payment system, Pedometers, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Smart notifications, Stopwatch, Stress levels, Timer, Weather |
| Operating system | Garmin |
| Outdoor + Leisure functionalities | Cross-country skiing, Cycling, Fitness functions, Floors climbed, Hiking, Indoor cycling, Indoor running, Intensity minutes, Interval training, Open-water swimming, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Stand Up Paddling, Swimming, Trail running, Yoga |
| Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
| Case colour | Black |
| Wristband colour | Black, Light grey |
| Item number | 25050933 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Category | |
| Manufacturer no. | 0753759313715 |
| Release date | 6.4.2023 |
| Sales rank in Category Sports watches + Smartwatches |
| Exact colour description | Black |
| Target group | Adults |
| Watch type | Sports watch |
| Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
| Protection type (IP code) | Waterproof |
| Language (ISO code) | German |
| Operating system | Garmin |
| Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
| Integrated components | Microphone, Microphone, Speakers, Speakers |
| Main functions | Alarm clock, Automatic summertime, Calorie consumption measurement, Date display, Datebooks, Music functionalities, Music storage, Oxygen saturation, Payment system, Pedometers, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Smart notifications, Stopwatch, Stress levels, Timer, Weather |
| Outdoor + Leisure functionalities | Cross-country skiing, Cycling, Fitness functions, Floors climbed, Hiking, Indoor cycling, Indoor running, Intensity minutes, Interval training, Open-water swimming, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Stand Up Paddling, Swimming, Trail running, Yoga |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor |
| Type of satellite navigation system | Galileo, GLONASS, GPS |
| Time display | Digital |
| Screen technology | AMOLED |
| Display size (inches) | 1.30" |
| Image resolution | 416 x 416 pixels |
| Wristband colour | Black, Light grey |
| Wristband material | Silicone |
| Wristband size | One size |
| Strap description | Sports bracelet |
| Case colour | Black |
| Case material | Polymer |
| Shape of watch | Round |
| Case diameter | 46 mm |
| Case thickness | 12.90 mm |
| Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth, WLAN |
| Storage capacity | 8 GB |
| Memory | 8000 MB |
| Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
| Battery type | Li-ion |
| Battery life (without GPS) | 13 days |
| Runtime (in GPS mode) | 1 days |
| Number of batteries | 1 |
| Battery size | Device specific |
| Battery life | 15 days |
| Country of origin | Taiwan |
| Scope of delivery | Thermometers |
| Weight | 47 g |
| Length | 11.70 cm |
| Width | 10.70 cm |
| Height | 7.60 cm |
| Weight | 154 g |
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Reviews & Ratings
Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 7.Huawei1,7 %
- 8.OPPO2,1 %
- 9.Garmin2,2 %
- 10.Amazfit2,4 %
- 10.Polar2,4 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 18.TCL3 days
- 20.Polar4 days
- 21.Garmin5 days
- 21.Google5 days
- 23.Huawei6 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 10.Coros4,3 %
- 11.Hama4,6 %
- 12.Garmin4,9 %
- 13.Samsung5 %
- 14.Xplora5,6 %
- Excellent, bright touchscreen
- Great GPS tracking
- Lightweight construction
- Advanced tracking functions
- Expensive
- No map software
Despite its high price, the Garmin Forerunner 265 is one of the best running watches you can currently buy. You get excellent tracking and coaching functions for your training, which you can use to monitor and control your activities. The beautiful, bright OLED display of the Forerunner 265 and a battery life of several days are also impressive.
- Measures heart rate accurately
- Garmin Pay on board
- Few apps
- scratch-prone housing
The Forerunner 265 scores points with its lightweight case, although it does attract scratches. The watch responds quickly and measures accurately. Contactless payment is possible with Garmin Pay. Apart from that, there are few apps. The data protection was convincing when tested. The watch is particularly suitable for runners.
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- Measures heart rate accurately
- Good sports modes
- Garmin Pay
- Few apps
- scratch-prone housing
- Sleep analysis weakens
- OLED display with strong contrasts and high luminosity
- Pure key operation possible
- Very comprehensive running features and training analysis
- Many health functions such as Health Snapshot
- Pulse, step and GPS measurement very accurate
- Detailed sleep tracking