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Garmin Forerunner 265 GPS Running Smartwatch (46mm, Black/Powder Gray)

Multi-band GPS · 1.3 in AMOLED · up to 13 days battery

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  • Picked by research, never paid placement
  • Specs checked against maker data

Why we picked it

Runners, cyclists and triathletes who want serious training analytics and top-tier GPS without paying Fenix or Forerunner 965 prices

What to know before you buy

No onboard maps (course following only), no ECG, and it is bulky for sleep tracking

Key specs

  • Multi-band (dual-frequency) GNSS with SatIQ; DC Rainmaker called its GPS tracks near-perfect in jungle, road and city tests
  • 1.3 in AMOLED touchscreen; battery up to 13 days smartwatch mode, ~20 hours GPS
  • Elevate optical HR matched chest straps at steady state; supports external ANT+/Bluetooth straps
  • Training Readiness, HRV status, VO2 max, recovery time, wrist-based running power and dynamics
  • Offline music (Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer), Garmin Pay, 50 m water rating, triathlon/multisport profiles
  • Garmin Connect app, no subscription required for metrics

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