5.0 out of 5 stars So far I'm very pleased!

F.&.F. · August 28, 2025

I've had my Forerunner 165 for a little over a month and I love it.I'm not a runner, I purchased this watch to help me improve my health by keeping track of it. I do hike/ walk, and workout.Had a Garmin vivo years ago which was excellent (2015-).Have had several lower priced smart watches recently but they just weren't accurate. So, I decided to go back to Garmin, and they still had my info from my Vivo days.Pros-Extremely clear (AMOLED) screen, even in full sun.Large array of watch faces (many paid) in connect IQ.The watch face in my first photo is a paid face (BLACK GRID).Swipe face- you do not have to press buttons. Just too much work if I had to press buttons continually for changes and settings.Speaking of- SO many cool settings!Lock device - took me a few weeks to realize I had this option. Locks your watch face screen so your movements don't change your watch settings.Weather, GPS, maps, TONS of stats (some of these need paid faces to show).You can join Garmin Connect + for a ton of additional stats and info and health tracking.Too many positives to list here. For the price this is an excellent smart watch. It fits my 7.5" wrist well. No irritation from the silicone band.Durability- GET a screen protector. There's no guarantees you won't accidently hit the face on a hard surface. I've learned from cheaper smart watches the faces can crack.The outter shell is very durable on this watch.Overall this watch is comfortable, you can change bands if you wish. It's mostly extremely accurate (few glitches and inaccuracies as I'll mention in cons).Very clear, bright, easy to read face even with my 66 year old eyes.Cons-These cons are not negatives just issues to deal with.Most people dont have "perfect health" so Garmin is going by your stats it picks up-yes, but doesn't know pain, fatigue, overall doesn't know your daily health conditions.No way to input your health conditionsIf you're sick, can't input this info either, so you'll be getting move, water, etc. reminders. Kind of silly in my opinion. Why not have an option in the Connect app to add these daily stats?Recovery times can be extreme-I try to follow the suggested recovery times but Garmin sometimes makes them extreme.Example - walking slowly around my small yard, dead heading flowers with clippers during recovery time (this moving around felt good) the Garmin felt I was exerting myself too much and added 7 hours to my recovery time. So it's not guaging my movements and stats correctly all of the time. Take it with a grain, its a "machine".Any activity drains battery. I've scaled way back on watch activities like messages, GPS maps, etc because they REALLY drain your battery. I'd have to charge it daily (or more) which I don't want to do. These are all fun activities to use on your watch, but they are very draining.My watch has days where it disconnects and connects to Bluetooth constantly. Don't know if its a watch issue or an issue on my end but it drives me crazy some days. I've restarted my phone and watch and sometimes this resolves the issue, sometimes not.It does NOT affect the watch performance though. It is still adding steps, etc.EXCELLENT smart watch.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value for Runners

J.T. · September 12, 2025

I am 43 years old and have run three half marathons this year, so I know what I need from a running watch. I recently upgraded from my Vivoactive 3 (5 years old) to the Garmin Forerunner 165.Battery LifeThe battery life has been solid. With GPS running for about two hours a day, I get around four days before needing a recharge. Using features like the always-on display or music does drain it faster, but I have not had a problem with it running out mid-run. Charging is straightforward and quick enough that I do not mind topping it up every few days.Setup and ConnectivitySetting up the watch was simple. Pairing it with the Garmin Connect app was easy, and once it was connected, syncing with Strava happened automatically. All my runs upload without me needing to do anything, which makes keeping track of my training effortless. The app also allows for customizing watch faces, alerts, and notifications, which I found useful for tailoring it to my running style.Display and ComfortThe AMOLED display is bright, colorful, and easy to read outdoors, even in direct sunlight. The watch feels light and comfortable on my wrist, so I can wear it all day or during long runs without noticing it. The buttons and touchscreen are responsive, though they took me a little time to get used to compared to other Garmin watches I have worn.Performance and FeaturesFor running, the Forerunner 165 does everything I need. It tracks distance, pace, cadence, heart rate, and calories burned accurately. The recovery insights are very helpful for planning workouts and avoiding overtraining. I have also used it for cycling and treadmill running, and it works well for those activities. GPS is mostly accurate, though it can occasionally be slightly off near tall buildings or dense tree coverage. Alerts for pace, heart rate zones, and distance help me stay on track during long runs.NegativesThe watch does not include advanced features like offline maps or multisport tracking, so it is focused on running and general fitness. The buttons are small and sometimes feel stiff at first. The watch is a bit bulky for smaller wrists, and using all features at once can drain the battery faster. GPS can occasionally lag or give minor inaccuracies in certain conditions, but this has not been a deal breaker for me.Bottom LineOverall, the Garmin Forerunner 165 offers excellent value for runners. It provides accurate metrics, recovery insights, a bright and easy-to-read display, and solid battery life, all at a price point much lower than premium models. While it does not have every high-end feature, it covers everything most runners need for daily training and tracking. It is reliable, easy to use, and gives me everything I actually need without paying for extras I would not use.

Good quality product.

I.n.d. · July 29, 2025

I think I bought it years back. Served me well. Good buy

Muito bom para corredores que não querem levar o celular

S.I. · August 13, 2025

Sensacional, se conecta direto no wifi, da para usar Spotify e youtube music offline numa boa, achei meio complicadinho para usar em comparação meu antigo amazfit bit u pro mas ainda estou aprendendo, bateria não dura tanto mas creio que algo entre 2 dias e meio, gps com boa precisão, tela boa, um ponto que o cabo de carregamento não é USB e sim USB-C, então você vai precisar de um adaptador se seu carregador ou computador como meu caso não tiver essa porta, a caixa do produto não veio com lacre mas aparentemente veio tudo nos conformes, o pagamento via nfc não funcionou com meu cartão do banco do brasil.

Garmin Forerunner 165: El reloj para correr sin enrollos

V. · July 18, 2025

Primeras impresiones: Minimalismo en estado puroEl Garmin Forerunner 165 entra por los ojos si eres fan de lo simple y funcional. No es el típico reloj con acabados premium, pero sí transmite ligereza y un diseño sin cosas de más. Si buscas algo minimalista que acompañe tu día, da el pego tanto para salir a correr como para ponértelo todo el día sin que moleste o cante.¡Corre sin distracciones!Este reloj es la definición de “ponértelo y listo”. Si lo tuyo es correr (ya sea por hobby, para entrenar en serio o simplemente porque te ayuda a respirar mejor), el Forerunner 165 deja de lado los extras sobrantes y se concentra en lo más importante: medir bien tu distancia, ritmo, frecuencia cardíaca y darte datos útiles mientras corres o andas.El GPS engancha rápido y el seguimiento es acertado, casi sin margen de error como cabría esperar de un Garmin.Salud y motivación al toque¿No te importa contar pasos? No pasa nada, el reloj lo hace igual. ¿Te mola controlar tu sueño o tus niveles de estrés? También puedes hacerlo con este modelo, aunque no esperes mil funciones premium ni datos mega avanzados.Es perfecto para quien quiere lo básico, pero bien hecho y fácil de entender, sin mil menús ni complicaciones.Autonomía y extrasLa batería es otro puntazo: aguanta fácil una semana sin drama, incluso entrenando varios días. A diferencia de gamas más caras, aquí no tienes pago inalámbrico ni respuesta a mensajes, pero sí las notificaciones básicas para que no te pierdas nada importante mientras corres.¿Para quién es?En resumen, el Forerunner 165 es ideal si buscas un reloj para iniciarte en el running o simplemente quieres uno sencillo y confiable, sin gastar un dineral ni pelearte con funciones que nunca usarás.Siempre va al grano, es cómodo y discreto, y cumple con lo esencial para motivarte cada día a salir a correr o moverte más, especialmente si eres de los que disfruta las cosas sin exceso de complicaciones.

Smart Watch garmin 165

r. · May 20, 2025

Better than the Apple smartwatch, the Garmin 165 helps keep my day organized with excellent tracking. I love this product!

Avis

L. · July 28, 2024

Très bonne montre! Je suis très contente de mon achat!