Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Gray/Whitestone - (2024)
Average customer rating
4.5
(408 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 408 reviews
5 Stars
298
4 Stars
59
3 Stars
23
2 Stars
14
1 Star
14
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Forerunner 165 GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Gray/Whitestone - (2024)
Customer Rating
4
Lots of toys
on May 28, 2025
Posted by: Gramma Jo
I had been looking for a replacement for my Fitbit. I tried another brand but it never worked out of the box. Looked at purchasing a Garmin but felt that it too expensive. Then they went on sale and I purchased one. It has
Lots of bells and whistles and it would take me a while to how to use all of them. I wanted something to measure my progress when I am out on hike and it does more.
Lots of bells and whistles and it would take me a while to how to use all of them. I wanted something to measure my progress when I am out on hike and it does more.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great for training!
on May 29, 2025
Posted by: Kking
I’ve been running for a few years and have used other watch’s for help. But using the Garmin training for my first marathon training has been amazing and helps me pace myself (which I’m awful at) I love it so far and is easy to use!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Too complicated
on May 29, 2025
Posted by: SRQ runner
I've had several Garmin's and have usually been able to figure out how to use them. I have watched the video several times and still can't figure out how to get my mile splits! I am a runner who just wants to press start and go, get my mileage and average pace per mile and then check the mile splits. The start/stop button should be more distinctive. I run in the dark. Not the right model for me.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Changed My Life
on May 29, 2025
Posted by: Carm
I bought the Forerunner 165 about 3 weeks ago and it has been amazing! I love all the features and the look! I use it everyday and it has motivated me to keep active. I recommend it!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
More tech
on May 30, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
I have had the vivo 4 for 5 years. This one is great but definitely more tech savvy
But I love the morning report. And it actually woke me up cause HR 39, that's not abnormal for me buy it ws good to know it detected it
But I love the morning report. And it actually woke me up cause HR 39, that's not abnormal for me buy it ws good to know it detected it
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great watch, only one complaint.
on May 31, 2025
Posted by: capnmoby
After a few weeks with my 165, I can say that it's fantastic! It took a few days to adjust to it (it replaced a fitbit). Tracking is great, GPS is great. I only wish that I could tell it that I have an illness. I'm not looking for medical advice, it's just that I would prefer not to have it tell me that I've had plenty of relaxing moments, and to increase activity when I can barely get out of bed.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great product!
on June 1, 2025
Posted by: Jacob99
I bought this watch about a month ago. Finally decided to let go off the apple watch. I must say this was 100% worth it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great Watch
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: RunRun25
What a watch. I tried the 55 and was not impressed with the screen. This screen is so easy to read in any lighting and the buttons are extremely easy to access. There are so many features that having the app on your phone helps so much in keeping track and exploring your data. The battery life is awesome as well. This is a must for anyone who runs, bikes, swims (yes it is waterproof) or just wants a watch to help with daily health tracking. I wear it daily and it’s sad because my Omega PO and a couple of my Seiko Divers have not been worn in a month.
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