Why We Like The Garmin Forerunner 165 Watch
Preparing for race day has never been as easy as it is when we're rocking the Garmin Forerunner 165 Watch to track our every move. The GNSS tracking system accurately captures every mile we run, swim, hike, or bike, and wrist-based running power displays how much power we’re applying to the trail or road, so we can manage effort and fine-tune training. Other features, such as sleep scores, energy tracking, heart-rate monitoring, recovery time suggestions, training tips, and even women's health tracking, make this watch a must-have for anyone seriously interested in getting the most out of their daily physical activities.
Details
- Get the most out of your runs with this top-end sports watch
- Amoled screen provides a crisp, clear view of your metrics
- GNSS tracking system delivers accurate maps and stats
- Simple navigation with a touchscreen and buttons
- Wrist-based heart-rate and running-dynamic monitoring
- Multiple activity options to track more than running
- 5ATM rating allows for safe submersion up to 5 meters
- Battery offers up to 11 days of long-lasting life
- Item #GRMF07G
- Housing Material
- chemically strengthened glass
- Strap Material
- silicone
- Face Material
- AMOLED
- Movement
- digital
- Pedometer
- yes
- Odometer
- yes
- Altimeter
- yes
- Barometer
- yes
- Heart Rate Monitor
- Garmin Elevate (wrist-based)
- Submersible
- up to 5ATM
- Technical Features
- please see size chart for complete list of technical features
- Wireless
- Bluetooth, ANT+
- Operating System
- Garmin Connect
- Dual Times
- yes
- Date Indicator
- yes
- Weekday Indicator
- yes
- Alarms
- yes
- Backlight
- yes
- Battery Type
- rechargeable, Garmin proprietary plug charger (included)
- Battery Life
- [smartwatch mode] up to 11 days, [battery-saver smartwatch mode] up to 20 days, [GPS-only GNSS mode] up to 19hr, [all-systems GNSS mode] up to 17hr, [all-systems GNSS mode] up to 6.5hr
- Includes
- Forerunner 165 Watch, USB-C charging/data cable, documentation
- Face Size
- 30.4mm
- Claimed Weight
- 1.3oz
- Activity
- running, training, hiking, swimming, biking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
Reviews
Q&A
What do you think about this product?
Overall Rating
4.5 based on 197 ratings
Review Summary
View
Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 30, 2025
One word: outstanding.
The battery life is beyond good (still haven't had to charge it). After the first run I did with my FR165 the immediate feedback of data was a pleasant surprise. Reading before about the health metrics/data that it tracks was one thing...actually seeing and reviewing it in real time was amazing. The amount of data at your finger tips in addition to the training programs provided which are specifically catered to me based on my runs/pace, etc. I am very satisfied with my purchase - a great American product!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 30, 2025
Enjoying it one month it
My Apple watch died on me during my first half marathon, so here I am. I'm really enjoying my Forerunner 165 so far - it's not as intuitive as my Apple watch and I still have to look at the button labels sometimes to know how to navigate my watch, but the insights are great. I don't think at my running/activity level I need whatever's included in the 265 and beyond. One downside is that my charger broke in the first 2 weeks and I had to buy another one, so that's annoying.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 30, 2025
Great watch and Awesome running partner
I bought one month ago When I run I am so happy I got a coach
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 25, 2025
All I need
I bought this last year to help me train for the LA marathon It had everything I needed: the battery life span, it felt on my wrist
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 20, 2025
Great Running Watch!
Have had it for almost 2 months and even took it to visit family in El Salvador so it went on SEVERAL long hikes and excursions with me in rough jungle terrain- held up EXTREMELY well. Only charged it once on the entire 2 week trip and was able to get data for stress levels and sleep as well as recommendations for training on high stress/low stress days etc. Currently using the Garmin app Half marathon training plan to get ready for my first half marathon and can already see improvements in my runs. The watch automatically gives you the option to do the suggested exercise for the day or choose your own. So excited to use on race day!
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 18, 2025
Spectacular watch
My brother purchased this watch for me so I can record my Strava activity and VO2 max along with many other activities. I am very much impressed at the quality and all the features. I did own a Fitbit one time and somehow lost it. This is much better. Not only does it connect to my Strava app. It has an app by itself that gives a even more comprehensive analysis of my activies. I'm still finding out more and more of what this watch can do and it's amazing. I think a great selling point would apon purchase receive a free 3-6 month Strava premium membership. That would be a great sell. The app that you use with your watch can be viewed on your phone, laptop or PC. It even has its own community. This is the most accurate watch I have seen. Not bulky. It's light weight and stealthy. It took me a few hours to really get the buttons down so I knew how to effectively set things up when on the go. Just make sure to read the directions and watch some video tutorials. Doesn't take long. It even has a phone finder so when I lose my phone. I can hit a button for the phone to ring. I sorta wanted the music version, but this was a gift and I didn't want to look greedy. It does the job and does it well. 10/10 overall experience.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 12, 2025
Solid Watch
Nice that this watch has touch screen, but if you want to keep screen on always the battery life isn’t the best. The watch faces are really hard to costomize. If you’re looking to save some money, I had the 145 and it was honestly more worth it IMO. A bit disappointed
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 11, 2025
AS well as exected
It is right what I was looking for. Light, no so big, and what I need to record my activities.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 10, 2025
Overall, wonderful!
Love everything about my Garmin. I didn't need anything super crazy. This one fits exactly what I wanted.
Originally reviewed on Garmin
April 9, 2025
Seems great but won’t receive text
Does everything you need but won’t accept text alerts from my phone
Originally reviewed on Garmin
Do you have a question about this product?
Cancer and Reproductive Harm - P65Warnings.ca.gov