Garmin Forerunner 165
The Forerunner 165 is a great choice for beginners that's easy on your wallet and looks great. It covers all the essentials for new runners, even if you enjoy some cycling and swimming on the side. You can choose the basic version to save cash, or pay $50 extra for the version with music storage and playback.
For
- Much lower price
- Available with or without music
- Better for small wrists
Against
- No sleep coaching
- No triathlon mode
- Fewer activity tracking modes
- Lacks Garmin SatIQ
Garmin Forerunner 265
If you're ready to take your running to the level level, training for a marathon or a challenging half marathon/10k time, the Forerunner 265 has tools to help you stick to a more advanced training plan. It's also the best choice if you're diving into the world of triathlons thanks to its dedicated multi-sports mode.
For
- Many more activity modes
- Longer battery life
- Larger display
- Multi-sports mode
Against
- More expensive
