Product Highlights
- Fitness tracking watch designed for runners
- Up to 15 days of battery in smartwatch mode
- Comes in 2 sizes
- Tracks heart rate, sleep, stress levels, hydration, and more
- Morning report feature presents readiness levels
Categories: Activity Trackers, Technology, Wearable Technology
In-Depth Review

Garmin Forerunner 265 Review (2026): Lightweight and Packed With Features
Author: Matt Dustin, CSCS, PN1-NCRead our honest opinion on this popular fitness watch in this Garmin Forerunner 265 review.
Read the full review.Pros & Cons
Pros
- Long battery life
- Multiple sizes
- Available in 6 colors
- Morning report feature presents readiness levels
Cons
- Pricier fitness tracker
- No wireless charging option
Specs
| Dimensions | 41.7/46.1 mm x 41.7/46.1 mm x 12.9 mm |
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| Battery life | Up to 15 days (smartwatch mode) |
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| Water resistance | Up to 50 m |
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| Display | Color AMOLED (optional always on mode)\, 416 x 416 px |
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Product Summary
The Forerunner 265 is one of Garmin’s latest fitness trackers for runners, available in six colors and two different sizes. It has a few more features than the Forerunner 165, but not as many as the 965, which gives it a middle-of-the-road price. Along with heart rate monitoring and sleep insights, the morning report presents readiness levels, each day.
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