Garmin Forerunner 965 Multisport GPS Smartwatch, Black/Powder Gray

2024-06-19T20:00:00

I had previously owned a different fitness watch. Upset that the company took off the music app I use (and allowing for too many steps during the day), I decided to switch to Garmin. Specifically, I chose the Forerunner 965. Horrible decision. There are too many buttons. While I am most definitely not the brightest bulb, you should not need a manual to figure out how to use a fitness watch. Then, perhaps my favorite- it is impossible to download Apple Music. The directions given by Garmin on how to do it on an IPhone do NOT match with what is on the actual IPhone.

NHDover2000

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2024-06-18T20:00:00

Really liked Garmin forever, but since they changed Garmin Connect it has made me rethink a different watch. Whoever came up and decided to change Garmin Connect ruined the Garmin brand and should be fired.

SkippyRunner

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2024-06-18T20:00:00

I'm extremely happy for my watch I'm buying more accesories

John 9.

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2024-06-16T20:00:00

I am very pleased with this watch. As a triathlete, I like the heart rate feature while swimming, as well as the auto switch option between events in a triathlon. There have been races where I am I to the bike a mile or two and realized I did t switch from transition to biking.

KCinOrlando

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2024-06-15T20:00:00

I've had multiple Garmin watches, the last was the original 935 when it first was released years ago, still a great watch and only replaced because there was features I wanted in the 965 that aren't available in the 935. I can honestly say the 965 beats out my expectations. Personally I think it's more accurate, also gets GPS signal incredibly quick even when traveling abroad. The display is fantastic. Well worth it, just get it.

Mikew72

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2024-06-12T20:00:00

While traveling outside the US, the GPS is outstanding. Perfect maps for all my runs, and walks. The stamina feature is excellent. The morning reports are a great feature.

chicagorunner60623

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2024-06-08T20:00:00

I've been running with my 965 for a month and absolutely love it. Great insights, awesome battery, and just an all-around great watch. My first Garmin since the 300 series-my how things have changed, for the better!

BuckO

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2024-06-03T20:00:00

I recently upgraded to the 965 and completely love it! From 910, 945 and now this, the screen is far better, the controls are much nicer and the touch screen is a game changer!

Dave3H

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2024-06-02T20:00:00

I bought this product one month ago and the features are amazing. Baterry life is fantastic!

iVick

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2024-05-31T20:00:00

I came from a Apple watch ultra. This has just as much features. Cheaper, lighter, more battery. I have enjoyed this for runner and weight training

Cab1995

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2024-05-29T20:00:00

Though I'm still learning the ins and outs of the Forerunner 965(having just switched from a COROS Apex Pro), I'm really happy with the functions and features. Place where the Garmin doesn't hold up compared to the COROS is the Gorilla Glass lens. I had the COROS with a sapphire glass lens for almost 3 years of tough use without a single scratch. My Forerunner on the other hand already has a couple of tiny scratches from just working in the garden.

jsinon

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2024-05-26T20:00:00

After using the watch for about 3 weeks there is plenty of good things AND disappointing things I noticed. For the most part, its great at what it is for and its clearly running and cardio focused, but it is really lacking in its gym functions. Currently my 2 big gripes is 1.) when inputting your lifted weights after a set, you need to scroll to get to the number whereas it is much easier in my wife's Venu 3s which uses a number pad instead. This should be very easy to implement on this watch with a bigger screen. Secondly and most important is the fact that inputting the weight after your set is basically useless since if you check the workout when it is done, you'll notice that all the numbers are wrong and seemingly random. I need to go into the workout afterwards and edit it every time. To end on a good note, I am very impressed at the watches ability to predict the gym exercise when working out without a plan and just doing different sets. It's clearly not 100% accurate but pretty darn good.

Jesus-Lifts

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2024-05-24T20:00:00

Best of the best garmin, huge screen, long distance battery, no need of hrm, super gps.

xuxumatu

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2024-05-22T20:00:00

I bought this about a month ago and have loved the tracking features, but it has already gotten scratches on the glass

Colton

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2024-05-21T20:00:00

Great watch of course, maybe the best available. Really nice and bigger screen than the Epix 47 mm. So I have the Epix Pro gen 2 and the Forerunner 965 and everything the same (VO2max, VFC ?) except the body battery. I sleep with the Epix. What could I do to ?

Dieter

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2024-05-20T20:00:00

After my initial concerns about being able to set up my watch I couldn't believe how easy it was. Upon dowloading the new updates and changing the langue from Greek? to English, I was able to load my music and plan a run before the next day. So happy with the battery life, the bright changeable watch face and features I have yet to discover, its getting more time than my phone. I got the grey/white strap which I love as a change from boring black. Highly recommend this watch.

haMMer_time

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2024-05-20T20:00:00

Going on my third week. Only had to refrence the manual a couple time. Easy to use, excellent display. I feel its a big improvement over my 945. Battery life is less, but I can overlook that for the other improvements. Was a little interesting that it did come with an external HRM. Since I have multiple HRMs from previous models, I did need one.

FE_MAN1

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2024-05-20T20:00:00

Bought my ForeRunner 3 weeks ag. Battery life is great, about 11 days on medium brightness. Watch doesn't offer any utility besides tracking basic vitals and workouts. Touch screen is used, but side buttons are used more frequently - Garmin design team, why?

eli456

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2024-05-19T20:00:00

I love the amole screen Great actividad analized I use it for cycling and running

Jerryi1973

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2024-05-19T20:00:00

The Garmin Forerunner 965 is a runner's ultimate companion, it has precise GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, and a sleek design. It's advanced features ensure efficient training while it's long battery life keeps you going for those runs throughout the whole week. I would recommend it to avid runners looking to maximize their training.

dez09

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2024-05-19T20:00:00

Big change coming from a apple watch, battery last 3 weeks with multiple workouts. Glad I made the switch!

Fitnessfreak

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2024-05-18T20:00:00

Great dats. The best on the market. Use it religiously

Patten23

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2024-05-18T20:00:00

I like it and it gives me some solid data. Sometimes too much information

DavidRunand R.

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2024-05-15T20:00:00

I've had the Forerunner 965 for a couple of weeks taking the time to closely compare data with another device I've been wearing for around 3 year reviewing sleep, sleep cycles, HRV, calories, etc. Keeping up with my VO2 max has become important as I'm in my early 50's. Love the GPS feature. There's a lot to like about this device.

Big D.

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2024-05-15T20:00:00

This has be a great discovery. It has helped me improve so much in my efforts to run, rest and overall workout. I've always used smart watches but Garmin has my go to. Almost forget, the battery life is unmatched. Thanks Garmin. for producing such a great product!

dherb

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2024-05-14T20:00:00

I purchased this nearly a month ago and it does everything I wanted and more. It may take a while, or focused time to set up and learn how to use all the features.

david75

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2024-05-14T20:00:00

Comunque uno smartwatch di così alto livello e a quel prezzo che in dotazione non abbia un adattatore per la presa usb o per la corrente elettrica mi sembra una grande mancanza.

Massimiliano

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2024-05-13T20:00:00

Great info on trainings, sleep. I see accurate data and they are really useful for my lifestyle. It helped me improve my performance

normanfy

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2024-05-11T20:00:00

4.5 ?? but rounding up! Am absolutely floored by this watch. It is a trove of data and stats that make me want to perform better and be the best version of myself. It has an impressive battery life and in the two weeks I've had it, I've only had to charge it twice and that's with several GPS and indoor workouts getting tracked. Had an Apple Watch prior to this that I had to charge daily so this forerunner blows my mind. My only grievance with the watch is the UI - it takes a lot of getting used to and is very clunky to work through. The garmin connect app has a ton of data and stats and charts, but it takes me forever to find things and I feel like I'm fumbling my way through the different tabs/sections/etc to try and find things. Wish it was easier to modify things on my watch directly from the app as well, like changing the watch face from the app would be SO much better. Regardless, this watch is SOLID and I am so thrilled to have it as a training tool and a life tool. Definitely wish I had converted sooner!

Willsweat4beer

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2024-05-10T20:00:00

2 weeks on my wrist coming from Apple Ultra. WOW can't believe how much better it is.

BillinSC

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