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Garmin Forerunner 165
$199.99 reg $249.99
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ColorSlate Gray/Black
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Highlights
- Easy-to-use running smartwatch with built-in GPS for pace/distance and wrist-based heart rate; brilliant AMOLED touchscreen display with traditional button controls; lightweight design in 43 mm size
- Up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode
- Reach your goals with personalized daily suggested workouts that adapt based on performance and recovery; use Garmin Coach and race adaptive training plans to get workout suggestions for specific events
- 25+ built-in activity profiles include running, cycling, HIIT, strength and more
- As soon as you wake up, get your morning report with an overview of your sleep, recovery and training outlook alongside weather and HRV status (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked)
- With training effect and training effect labels, you’ll see how your workouts impact your fitness and understand the primary benefit achieved from your workout.; recovery time lets you know how long you need to recover before your next high-effort workout
- Safety and tracking features, including incident detection (during select outdoor activities) and Assistance, send a message with your live location to emergency contacts when paired with your compatible smartphone; requires setup and your smartphone to be in an area with network coverage where data connectivity is available
- Never miss a call or text with smart notifications from your paired Android™ or Apple® smartphone
- Leave your cash and cards at home; Garmin Pay™ contactless payments let you pay for purchases on the go (with a supported country and payment network)
- See your health and fitness information, connect and compete with friends, and sign up for challenges to earn badges and more in the Garmin Connect™ smartphone app
Description
Go ahead — sign up for that race, and train brilliantly with the easy-to-use Forerunner® 165 GPS running smartwatch. With pace, distance and heart rate, you’ll see your progress shine on the watch’s AMOLED touchscreen display while Garmin Coach and race adaptive training plans help you chase your goals. Wake up to your morning report to see health insights alongside an overview of sleep, recovery and training outlook (data presented is intended to be a close estimation of metrics tracked). Use training effect and training effect labels to see how your workouts impact your fitness and to understand the primary benefit achieved from your workout. Then, check recovery time to know how long to take it easy between runs. Pair your watch to your smartphone, and your notifications will show up right on your wrist. Get a more complete picture of your health, not just a glimpse, from your Forerunner 165 smartwatch, with up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
Features: Slate Gray, Black (band)
Weight: 1.37 Ounces
Water Resistance: Water-Resistant
Product Model: Garmin Forerunner 165
Electronics Condition: New
Electronics Features: Compass, Lap Time, Lap Memory, Stopwatch, Calendar Notifications, Mobile Payment Technology, Built-In GPS, Reminders to Move, Smartphone Compatible, App Notifications, Touchscreen Display, Quick Launch Buttons, Text Notifications, Call Notifications, Customizable Watch Faces
Connection Type: USB-C
Material: Watch Band: Silicone
Includes: User Manual, USB Cable
Operating System Compatibility: Apple iOS, Android
Wireless Technology: Wi-Fi, ANT+, Bluetooth
Screen Size: 1.2 Inches
Activities tracked: Swimming, Running, Climbing, Pilates, Daily Workout Memory, Walking, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Elliptical Training, Weights, Custom Activity Tracking, Yoga, Cycling
Maximum Battery Charge Life: 20 Days
Metrics Measured: Active Minutes, Blood Oxygen Level (SpO2), Daily Distance, Speed, Stress Level, Heart Rate, Elevation Climbed, Total Steps, Sleep Interruptions, Floors Climbed, Sleep Duration, Sleep Quality, Sleep Stages, Calories Burned, Maximum Speed, Average Speed, VO2 Max
Material: FRP (Fiber-reinforced Polymer)
Battery: 1 Non-Universal Lithium Ion
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 91717671
UPC: 753759326593
Item Number (DPCI): 057-03-0073
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 8 inches length x 6.9 inches width x 5.9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.29 pounds
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The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a versatile smartwatch that excels in tracking fitness activities, making it ideal for both casual and serious runners. Guests appreciate its impressive battery life, accurate GPS, and a wide range of features including sleep tracking and workout analysis. While some find the learning curve steep, many are thrilled with the watch's performance and functionality, making it a valuable tool for enhancing their fitness journey.
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4.5 out of 5 stars with 386 reviews
5 out of 5 stars
15 December, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Ease of use
So easy to use, battery lasts days, been using Garmin since I started running back in 2013. Forerunner was my first model at that time. The 165 has everything I need or want
4 out of 5 stars
13 December, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Love My Garmin
So excited to switch over from FitBit to a Garmin…had it a few weeks and looked down and the screen was cracked!!! Ughhh!!! Not sure how that even happened and not sure how to repair. It is still working and I love all the features!!!
5 out of 5 stars
4 December, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Amazing Screen
I got this watch for my birthday, and right away I was surprised by how vivid and colorful the screen was. It is an amazing feature of this watch, and a reason why one would buy this watch instead of the Forerunner 55. The other features are amazing as well, and overall, it’s just a very nice watch that is very affordable.
5 out of 5 stars
1 December, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Beautiful display
I had a forerunner 55 but wanted a brighter screen. This 165 is definitely an upgrade. Wonderfully bright colors, more bells and whistles, but still familiar because it's a forerunner. Love Garmin products in general and this watch doesn't disappoint. Very happy with this purchase.
4 out of 5 stars
27 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Great but not the best
Hood but app conectivity and maps and navigation is not that great
5 out of 5 stars
27 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Excellent fitness watch
Almost a month of using it for all activities, running, walking, biking, yoga etc. Very satisfied. Monitors sleep very well.
2 out of 5 stars
26 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Trouble charging
This is my second Forerunner 165. Garmin replaced the first one under warranty about a month ago due to problems charging. Now, a month later I am having the exact same issues. When I plug the watch to the charger, it may show that it is charging, or it may not. Sometimes, it buzzes and vibrates from charge to mass storage, to nothing. Sometimes, it charges ok, sometimes nothing at all. I have watched and tried all tutorials regarding this issue with no results. It keeps getting harder and harder to charge, even with brand new cables. I can only think that there is a problem with the method of charging in this particular model of watch. I hate this, because I love the watch and how it works. But I am going to have to look at another brand.
5 out of 5 stars
25 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Light weight and great battery life!
I purchased the Forerunner 165 after my VivoActive 3 started to lag. It felt like a huge decision to make, since there are so many Garmin models out there but I’m so happy I went with the Forerunner! It feels much less bulky during runs/activity and I only need to charge it once a week. I’ve had the watch for about a month, and I’m excited to be learning new things about it as I go!
5 out of 5 stars
24 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
LOTS of features!
Had to replace a Forerunner 235 that died after many years of excellent service, this one is a great replacement with an amazing set of additional features.
5 out of 5 stars
19 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Love it!
I’ve been using my watch for about a month and it’s a game changer!
4 out of 5 stars
17 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
forunner 165
So far, so good, simple, and just what I needed for now. I have to get used to it being off when my wrist is in a certain position.
1 reply from Care team - 1 month ago
If you'd prefer to have your watch face stay on at all times, you can change the settings to be Always On Display. To do that, follow the steps linked below (Always On Display is under step #5). http://ms.spr.ly/6426tRCCg *KC
5 out of 5 stars
14 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Great Watch!
I bought this product 1 year ago and it has been amazing. Has so many features. I love that it tracks many different forms of cross training and tracks so many different health metrics. I feel that I have been able to recover faster and better know my body from the insights this watch provides.
5 out of 5 stars
10 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
My first Garmin
Have had this a few weeks now. It's pretty great! Has made my fitness journey more fun! Kinda like a real life video game. Get to see my stats get better as I go!
5 out of 5 stars
10 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
I love the features
Great product. Takes work to understand the features. YouTube helps to explain what the watch can do.
4 out of 5 stars
8 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
The AMOL Display hard to read in bright sunlight.
My Forerunner 245 battery is fading so I replaced it with the 165. The 245 Sunlight-visible display works much better when bike riding in the sun. The AMOL display is nice indoors but is lacking outside on a bright day. I was also disappointed that the 165 did not have an indoor rowing app like the 245.
5 out of 5 stars
6 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Great watch!
So many insights and I believe they are way more accurate than what my Apple watch was putting out. It’s helping improve my overall health and fitness. Love it.
3 out of 5 stars
2 November, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Decent running watch, but too many features.
Got this watch from Garmin (25% disc) to replace my broken 235, which I loved. This 165 is a decent running watch, but has too many ‘glitzey’ features that are an absolute pain to disable for a runner. It’s trying to be an Apple Watch. I have been running marathons for 45yrs, and don’t need a recovery suggestion or being asked ‘how do I feel’ after the workout. I just want to save my run, and go shower. Also, the default screen setting of blank & only lighting up when you twist your wrist to check time is a terrible feature. Many times while driving or flying as a pilot, I just want to glance at my watch to chk the time & not take my hand off the wheel or yoke. The display & colors are fantastic, but I’d prefer my old 235.
5 out of 5 stars
30 October, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Love the touch screen
I love this watch soooo much! The touch screen feature is wonderful! It’s also really easy to use and learn to use. So many features! Definitely more run based. But a great watch for everything.
1 out of 5 stars
30 October, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Difficult to set up and understand
I have not been able to get it set up properly and neither could my son who has a different Garmin watch
1 reply from Care team - 2 months ago
I've linked a Getting Started article below that should cover the basics on setting up the watch. http://ms.spr.ly/6429tD2FP If you have further questions or need additional assistance please contact our product support team Monday through Friday 7a-7p CST at 800-800-1020.
5 out of 5 stars
29 October, 2025
originally posted on Garmin
Mega love it!
All the data I need in a quick acces, clear and accurate