Train smarter and race stronger with the Garmin Forerunner 265 Running Smartwatch. Built for runners who want detailed performance insights without sacrificing everyday usability, it features a vibrant 1.3-inch AMOLED display, responsive touchscreen and buttons, advanced training metrics, recovery insights, SatIQ™ and multi-band GPS, and up to 13 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
With personalized Garmin Coach training plans, daily suggested workouts, Training Readiness, Training Status, HRV Status, wrist-based running dynamics and running power, Forerunner 265 helps you understand your body and optimize every session. Music, Garmin Pay™, smart notifications, safety features and a choice of 42 mm or 46 mm case sizes make it ready for both race day and everyday life.
Key Features
1.3-inch colorful AMOLED display for clear, vibrant viewing
42 mm and 46 mm case sizes to fit different wrist sizes
Up to 13 days of battery life in smartwatch mode
Up to 20 hours of battery life in GPS mode
Touchscreen and physical buttons for flexible control
SatIQ™ technology and multi-band GPS for accurate positioning and optimized battery life
Advanced training metrics and recovery insights
Garmin Coach personalized training plans for running, cycling, strength and fitness
Daily Suggested Workouts that adapt to performance and recovery
Training Readiness to help determine when to train hard or recover
Training Status for monitoring training productivity and adaptation
HRV Status for deeper insights into training, recovery and overall health
Wrist-based Running Dynamics including cadence, stride length and ground contact time
Wrist-based Running Power for measuring running effort
PacePro™ GPS-based pacing strategies
30+ built-in sports apps including cycling, swimming and strength training
Triathlon and multisport profiles with automatic sport transitions
Track Running with accurate lap distances and a database of more than 10,000 tracks
Built-in music storage with compatible streaming services
Garmin Pay™ contactless payments
Smart notifications when paired with a compatible smartphone
LiveTrack and safety features for added peace of mind
Google Maps™ support for turn-by-turn directions on compatible Android™ smartphones
Garmin Share for sharing locations, courses and workouts
Training & Performance
Training Readiness combines sleep quality, recovery, training load and other metrics to provide a daily readiness score.
Training Status uses HRV Status, recent exercise history and performance to help determine whether you are training productively, peaking or becoming strained.
Garmin Coach provides personalized training plans for running, cycling, strength and fitness.
Daily Suggested Workouts create personalized sessions that adapt based on your performance and recovery.
Recovery Time estimates how long your body needs before another high-effort workout.
Acute Load compares recent training load with an optimal range to help guide your training.
Training Effect shows how workouts influence endurance, speed and power.
Performance Condition provides a real-time assessment of your current ability to perform based on pace and heart rate.
VO2 Max estimates fitness level and tracks changes over time.
Race Predictor estimates potential race performance for 5K, 10K, half-marathon and marathon distances.
Intensity Minutes tracks moderate and vigorous physical activity.
Wrist-based Running Dynamics measures cadence, stride length, ground contact time and other important running metrics.
Wrist-based Running Power helps you understand the amount of power applied to the road or trail.
PacePro™ provides GPS-based pacing guidance for a selected course or distance.
Audio Prompts provide performance alerts and workout guidance.
Running Features
Track Running provides accurate lap distances and meter-based measurements, even on unfamiliar tracks.
Courses allow you to create or find routes in Garmin Connect™ or sync courses from supported third-party platforms.
Triathlon and Multisport Profiles automatically switch between sports and record splits during races.
Cross Training includes HIIT, strength, cardio, yoga and Pilates workouts.
Women’s Health Tracking lets users track menstrual cycles and pregnancy while accessing related exercise and nutrition education.
Garmin Trails provides access to thousands of trails for offline use with compatible subscriptions and services.
Health & Recovery
Morning Report provides an overview of sleep, training outlook, HRV Status and weather when you wake up, with customizable information.
Sleep Coach provides a sleep score, personalized coaching and sleep-stage insights.
Body Battery™ monitors energy levels throughout the day and shows how sleep, naps, activity and stress can affect your energy.
HRV Status provides insights into recovery, training and overall health using heart rate variability during sleep.
Nap Detection automatically tracks or allows you to log naps and see their potential benefits.
Breathing Variations helps identify changes in breathing patterns while sleeping.
Wrist-based Heart Rate continuously samples heart rate to help gauge workout intensity.
Health Snapshot™ records key health metrics during a two-minute session and generates a report.
Stress Tracking helps identify whether your day is calm, balanced or stressful.
Pulse Ox Sensor tracks blood oxygen saturation while awake or asleep.
Recovery Time helps determine when your body is ready for another demanding workout.
GPS & Navigation
SatIQ™ Technology automatically manages GPS mode to help provide accurate positioning while optimizing battery life.
Multi-band GPS provides enhanced positioning accuracy in challenging environments.
Courses let you create and follow routes from Garmin Connect™ and compatible third-party platforms.
Garmin Trails provides access to thousands of trails for compatible devices and subscriptions.
Google Maps™ App provides turn-by-turn walking, running and cycling directions when paired with a compatible Android™ smartphone.
Garmin Share allows you to share saved locations, courses and workouts with compatible Garmin devices.
Health & Everyday Smart Features
Music lets you download songs and playlists from Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music and YouTube® Music for phone-free listening; subscriptions may be required.
Garmin Pay™ enables contactless payments with participating providers.
Smart Notifications deliver emails, texts and alerts directly to your watch when paired with an iPhone® or Android™ smartphone.
Safety and Tracking can send your live location when an incident is detected or when you manually request assistance.
LiveTrack allows friends and family to follow your real-time location and view planned courses.
Garmin Connect™ App provides access to health, fitness and training data while connecting you with the Garmin community.
Connect IQ™ Store lets you add compatible watch faces, data fields and apps.
Garmin Share makes it easy to share saved locations, courses and workouts with nearby compatible Garmin devices.
Available Sizes
42 mm — compact option designed to fit smaller wrists
46 mm — larger option for users who prefer a bigger watch profile
Specifications
Display: 1.3-inch colorful AMOLED
Case Sizes: 42 mm and 46 mm
Battery Life: Up to 13 days in smartwatch mode
GPS Battery Life: Up to 20 hours
Display Control: Touchscreen and physical buttons
GPS: SatIQ™ and multi-band GPS
Sports Profiles: 30+
Training Features: Training Readiness, Training Status, Garmin Coach, Daily Suggested Workouts, Training Effect and more
Running Features: Running Dynamics, Running Power, PacePro™, Race Predictor, Track Running and more
Health Features: Wrist-based heart rate, HRV Status, Body Battery™, Sleep Coach, Stress Tracking, Pulse Ox and more
Smart Features: Music, Garmin Pay™, smart notifications, LiveTrack and safety features
Connectivity: Compatible iPhone® and Android™ smartphones
Navigation: GPS, courses, Garmin Trails and Google Maps™ support
Built for Your Next Race
The Garmin Forerunner 265 Running Smartwatch gives runners the tools they need to train with purpose, recover intelligently and perform with confidence. From its bright AMOLED display and accurate multi-band GPS to personalized workouts, advanced running metrics, recovery insights and everyday smart features, Forerunner 265 is designed to help you become a stronger, smarter and more prepared runner.
