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Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch

Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch

4.6(21 ratings)

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  • Lowest price today: $237.99 at Best Buy (checked Nov 15, 2026).
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Our take on the Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch

The Forerunner 165 is Garmin's entry-level GPS running watch with a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen and a plastic case on a rubber and polyamide strap. It covers the basics well: pace, distance and wrist heart rate, plus training readiness, training status and Garmin Coach plans. It is light at about 40 g and rated 5 ATM for swimming and showers. Against the Forerunner 55 it adds the AMOLED screen and training readiness; against the 265 it gives up multi-band GPS and music storage. Owners rate it highly as a first serious running watch.

Best forNew runners starting structured trainingRunners who want a bright AMOLED screen without paying for a flagshipEveryday wear with step and heart rate trackingSwimmers and gym users who want one watch for everything
Pros
  • Bright, sharp AMOLED touchscreen
  • Light at about 40 g on the wrist
  • Training readiness and training status built in
  • Garmin Coach plans from run/walk beginner to higher volume
  • 5 ATM water resistance for pool and shower
  • Long smartwatch battery life
Cons
  • No multi-band GPS, so pace can drift under trees and tall buildings
  • No music storage or offline playlists
  • Plastic case feels less premium than metal rivals
  • GPS mode drains the battery far faster than smartwatch mode
  • No maps or navigation beyond basic GPS tracking

Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch prices at every store

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Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $237.99 on Nov 15 at Best Buy. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 15.

What reviewers say

  • 4.6 / 521 ratings

Owners rate it 4.6 out of 5 and mostly praise the screen, light weight and training features for the money. Complaints center on GPS accuracy in tough conditions and the lack of music.

What people mention
  • DisplayPraisedOwners call the AMOLED screen bright and easy to read in sunlight.
  • WeightPraisedAt about 40 g it is comfortable enough to wear overnight.
  • GPS accuracyCriticisedSome runners see pace and distance drift under trees and between buildings.
  • Training featuresPraisedTraining readiness and Garmin Coach plans are seen as useful for beginners.
  • MusicCriticisedBuyers miss onboard music storage and playlists.
  • BatteryMixedSmartwatch mode lasts days, but GPS sessions use charge quickly.

About the Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch

The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a GPS running smartwatch with a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen. A built-in heart rate monitor and pedometer are included.

Series
Garmin Forerunner
Sport
Running
Resolution
390 x 390
Navigation
GPS
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Heart rate
Built-in monitor
Features
Pedometer
Water resistance
5 ATM (50 m)
Case material
Plastic
Strap material
Rubber, polyamide
Color
Whitestone; white strap

Specifications

Screen Resolution
390x390Source
Color (Strap)
WhiteSource
Navigation System
GPSSource
Screen Size (")
1.2Source

Questions and answers

Is the Forerunner 165 good for beginners?
Yes. Garmin Coach plans start at run/walk level, and training readiness and status help new runners avoid overdoing it.
Can I swim with it?
Yes. It is rated 5 ATM, which covers pool swimming and showers, but it is not built for diving.
Does it play music?
No. It has no onboard music storage or offline playlists; you control music on a paired phone instead.
How is it different from the Forerunner 265?
The 265 adds multi-band GPS, music storage and a larger screen. The 165 keeps the AMOLED display and core training tools at a lower tier.
Does it track sleep and heart rate all day?
Yes. The optical heart rate sensor runs continuously and supports sleep and daily health tracking.
What is in the box?
The watch with its strap and a charging cable. It pairs over Bluetooth with the Garmin Connect app.
Where is the Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $237.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch?
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 21 ratings.
Where can I buy the Garmin Forerunner 165 Smartwatch?
7 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Abt Electronics, Kohl's, Target, Triathlete Sports.
Watch Strap Material
Rubber, PolyamideSource
Color Screen
YesSource
Water Resistant
YesSource
Series
Garmin ForerunnerSource
Weight (oz)
40.0Source
Water Resistant (classification)
5 ATM (50m)Source
Wireless Communication
BluetoothSource
Color (Watch)
Black, WhiteSource
Features
PedometerSource
Battery Life (h)
13.0Source
Screen Type
AMOLEDSource
Case Material
PlasticSource
Sports
RunningSource
Heart Rate Monitor
Built-InSource
Actual Color
WhitestoneSource
color
WhitestoneSource

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