Garmin Forerunner 165

14 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews of Garmin Forerunner 165. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the portability and design. The usability and battery are also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some less positive views about the size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Garmin Forerunner 165 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Adrienne So (wired.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165

Who needs an AI coach when you can use Garmin's latest entry-level running watch?

Lots and lots of accurate data. Daily Morning Report is fun. Lightweight and durable. Decent battery life. Has multiple GPS systems, a blood oxygen sensor, and an altimeter.

Downloading one playlist at a time feels like it’s for the Medieval Ages.

Apr, 2024

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Expert review by : Victor Hristov (phonearena.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 Review: The new default Garmin sports watch

At nearly half the price, the Garmin Forerunner 165 has a lot of the features of the more premium 265 model, including a gorgeous OLED screen, roughly 4-day battery life and excellent sports tracking...

Most affordable OLED Garmin sports watch ; Great battery life ; Five button navigation is handy ; Comfortable to wear 24/7

Some advanced metrics like Training Readiness missing ; Some workout types like Skiing missing ; No Triathlon mode

Mar, 2024

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Expert review by (androidcentral.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 review: Barely a compromise

Our Garmin Forerunner 165 review shows why it's the best budget running watch, with the core features and GPS/ HR accuracy that serious runners need. Our Garmin Forerunner 165 review shows why it's the best budget running watch, with (almost) all of...

Apr, 2024

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Expert review by : Kaitlyn Cimino (androidauthority.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 review: Should you buy it?

There's a Forerunner available for every budget, thanks to the line's latest addition. Find out more in this Garmin Forerunner 165 review.

Vibrant, colorful AMOLED display ; Great value ; Reliable GPS sensor ; Accurate heart rate tracking

No triathlon support ; Does not support ECG app ; Extra cost for Music edition

Mar, 2024

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Expert review by : Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 vs Forerunner 265 Comparison Review: All 107+ Differences Detailed

Update: I failed. In total, I've got roughly around 107+ differences detailed. But in reality, for the upper section of this post I'm consolidating things into big groups to keep them simple (versus the reality the Training Status is multiple...

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165: The Complete Beginners Guide

Here's your complete Garmin Forerunner 165 Beginners Guide, which covers everything you need to know about how to use the watch day to day. This is a bit different than my review videos (or the ), in that I'm focused more on ‘how' to use the product,...

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 In-Depth Review: Best Budget Running GPS?

Garmin's newly announced Forerunner 165 marks two notable occasions. First and most importantly, a revamp of Garmin's budget running offerings. And second, likely the end of MIP-based displays for Garmin's Forerunner series. The new AMOLED-based...

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Conor Allison (trustedreviews.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 Review

The Garmin Forerunner 165 delivers some excellent features for runners in a package that's easy to wear and long-lasting.

Superb AMOLED display and UI ; Reliable GPS and HR tracking ; Battery life is excellent

Separate edition for music support ; GPS lock-on is slow ; Rival watches are cheaper

The Garmin Forerunner 165 delivers some excellent features for runners in a package that’s easy to wear and long-lasting. With accurate heart rate monitoring and GPS in tow, too, it becomes a superb option for beginners and intermediates – even if...

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by (t3.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 review: the perfect fit for beginner runners

Get ahead in your running journey with Garmin's affordable Forerunner 165

Brilliant AMOLED touchscreen ; Affordable price point ; Uses the latest Elevate sensing platform ; Wrist-based running power and dynamics

Only single-band GPS ; Misses out on some of the performance features

The Garmin Forerunner 165 fills a gap between beginner running watches and entry-level multisport watches, offering an AMOLED touchscreen display, single-band GPS, and various training features for runners. Despite lacking some advanced functionality,...

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : Matt Evans (techradar.com)

Garmin Forerunner 165 review: A fantastic, more affordable Forerunner

The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a necessary running watch for Garmin

Retains many previously-premium training features ; Good-looking AMOLED touchscreen ; 13 days of battery life

Not cheap enough to replace the Forerunner 45 or 55 ; Music storage is extra

After a few weeks of testing, the Forerunner 165 will make a very good first running watch, but doesn't have enough features for old hands. I’m pleased to see Garmin skewing cheaper with the price point, the battery lasts ages, and the screen is lovely...

Feb, 2024

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