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Garmin Forerunner 265

46 mm
Price in EUR including VAT
Delivered between Sat, 16/5 and Tue, 2/6
Only 3 pieces in stock at supplier
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Wristband colour3

Product details

Do you want to improve your pace and boost your performance? With the Forerunner 265 series, you can get closer to your personal goals step by step. The bright AMOLED touchscreen makes it easy to read all your performance and health data. Thanks to smart features, you also have the ideal companion on your wrist in everyday life.

Key specifications

Operating system compatibility
AndroidiOS
Smartwatch functions
Alarm clockCompassContactless paymentDate displayDatebooksMusic functionalitiesMusic storageSmart notificationsTimer + stopwatchWeather
Health functions
CaloriesIntensity minutesOxygen saturationPedometerRespiratory rateSleep recordingStress levels
Activities
Climbing stairsCross-country skiingCyclingFitnessHikingInterval trainingRowingRunningSkiingStand Up PaddlingSwimmingTrail runningYoga
Wristband material
Silicone
Case material
Polymer

General information

Item number
25116742
Manufacturer
Garmin
Category
Smartwatches
Manufacturer no.
0753759313722
Release date
8/4/2023
External links

Colour

Exact colour description
BlueLight grey

Watch properties

Watch type
Sports watch
Durability
Waterproof (5 ATM)
Language
German
Operating system
Garmin
Operating system compatibility
AndroidiOS

Functions

Smartwatch functions
Alarm clockCompassContactless paymentDate displayDatebooksMusic functionalitiesMusic storageSmart notificationsTimer + stopwatchWeather
Health functions
CaloriesIntensity minutesOxygen saturationPedometerRespiratory rateSleep recordingStress levels
Activities
Climbing stairsCross-country skiingCyclingFitnessHikingInterval trainingRowingRunningSkiingStand Up PaddlingSwimmingTrail runningYoga
Payment service
Garmin Pay
Sensors
Compass
Localisation technology
GalileoGLONASSGPS

Display properties

Time display
Digital
Display
OLED
Screen technology
AMOLED
Display size (inches)
1.30"
Image resolution
416 x 416 pixels

Wristband properties

Wristband colour
BlueLight grey
Wristband material
Silicone
Wristband size
One size
Strap width
22 mm
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Strap fastener
Buckle

Case properties

Case colour
Black
Case material
Polymer
Glass
Gorilla Glass 3
Shape of watch
Round
Case diameter
46 mm
Case thickness
12.90 mm

Connectivity

Connectivity
Bluetooth

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
8 GB

Power supply

Power supply
Battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life (without GPS)
13 Days
Runtime (in GPS mode)
0.83 Days
Battery size
Device specific
Battery life
15 Days

Origin

Country of origin
China

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
4,97 kg
Climate contribution
EUR 0,12

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charging/data cable

Product dimensions

Weight
46 g

Legal Notice

Product Safety

Package dimensions

Length
12.10 cm
Width
9.80 cm
Height
7.50 cm
Weight
153 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of return
24 Months statutory warranty
Legal concerns

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Wahoo
    1,3 %
  • 6.Coros
    1,5 %
  • 7.Garmin
    1,6 %
  • 8.imoo
    1,7 %
  • 9.CMF
    2 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 19.ICE Watch
    4 days
  • 21.CMF
    5 days
  • 21.Garmin
    5 days
  • 23.Apple
    6 days
  • 23.Huawei
    6 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 12.CMF
    4,7 %
  • 13.Polar
    4,9 %
  • 14.Garmin
    5 %
  • 15.Manta
    5,1 %
  • 15.Suunto
    5,1 %
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good85/100
Very good81/100
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ImTestSingle testReleaseOctober 2025

With an RRP of 500 euros, the Forerunner 265 is not exactly cheap. However, the watch offers almost everything that characterises modern Garmin smartwatches: Above all, excellent training functions and good battery life. However, at 150 euros, the price gap to the Forerunner 965 is not huge...

Very good80/100
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Rank 2 out of 8Computer BildSPORTUHREN IM VERGLEICHReleaseApril 2024
  • PositiveMeasures heart rate accurately
  • PositiveGarmin Pay on board
  • NegativeFew apps
  • Negativescratch-prone housing

The Forerunner 265 scores points with its lightweight case, although it does attract scratches. The watch responds quickly and measures accurately. Contactless payment is possible with Garmin Pay. Apart from that, there are few apps. The data protection was convincing when tested. The watch is particularly suitable for runners.

Very good80/100
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Rank 2 out of 17ImTestDie Besten 25 Smartwatches im TestReleaseMarch 2024

Apple defends the smartwatch throne with the Ultra 2. The first-class overall package of unique smart and "good" sports and fitness functions keeps the Apple Watch Ultra 2 at the top of the smartwatch list. The better battery life alone compared to all other Apple Watches is a reason to buy...

Very good83/100
Stiftung WarentestSingle testReleaseNovember 2023

Smartwatches and fitness wristbands are now real all-rounders: they serve as heart rate monitors and altimeters, count steps, calculate distance travelled and calories burned and analyse sleep patterns. Some can also be used to play music, make phone calls or send and receive messages. If you want, you can even find models that generate ECGs, measure blood pressure or enable contactless payment.

Very good84/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseAugust 2023
  • PositiveMeasures heart rate accurately
  • PositiveGood sports modes
  • PositiveGarmin Pay
  • NegativeFew apps
  • Negativescratch-prone housing
  • NegativeSleep analysis weakens
Very good90/100
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connectSingle testReleaseJuly 2023
  • PositiveOLED display with strong contrasts and high luminosity
  • PositivePure key operation possible
  • PositiveVery comprehensive running features and training analysis
  • PositiveMany health functions such as Health Snapshot
  • PositivePulse, step and GPS measurement very accurate
  • PositiveDetailed sleep tracking