Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 265 Review
OBy Olivia•Updated June 2026•29h hands-on testing•Independently tested
4.6out of 5
★★★★★★★★★★
Olivia's rating
Approx. $449.99
The best running watch for most people — bright AMOLED screen and superb training metrics.
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How it scored
Performance4.8
Build quality5.0
Ease of use4.3
Value for money4.5
What we liked
- +Accurate GPS & HR
- +Excellent training insights
- +Bright AMOLED, long battery
What could be better
- –Premium price
- –No built-in maps
The 265 nails the basics: accurate GPS, reliable heart rate, and genuinely useful training-readiness and recovery guidance, now on a gorgeous AMOLED display.
Hands-on photos
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How we tested the Garmin Forerunner 265
29 hours hands-on. We bought this unit ourselves — no loaner, no sponsorship.
- ✓Bought the Garmin Forerunner 265 ourselves and used it the way you would at home.
- ✓Compared it head-to-head against the current category leaders.
- ✓Tested durability and real-world performance over several weeks.
- ✓Scored it by hand — never influenced by commissions.
Specifications
| Display | AMOLED |
| Battery | ~13 days |
| GPS | Multi-band |
Our verdict: a top pick
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