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Garmin Forerunner 405CX

Garmin Forerunner 405CX
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alaScore 80

945 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 945 reviews of Garmin Forerunner 405CX. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the design and comfort are overall positive. The size and performance are also mentioned favorably. The battery and portability get mixed views, while some have doubts about the reliability and price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Garmin Forerunner 405CX is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 80/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Garmin Forerunner 405CX

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 438 user reviews of Garmin Forerunner 405CX from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the comfort and software. The size and performance also get good feedback, but many are less positive about the reliability and portability. There are mixed reviews on the battery and price.

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Garmin Forerunner 405CX

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 326 user reviews of Garmin Forerunner 405CX from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Opinions about the comfort and size are on the whole positive. The performance and portability also get good feedback. Some have doubts about the reliability and battery, and there are some mixed opinions about the software.

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75% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Paul Trotter (techadvisor.co.uk)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX review

 

Loaded with features for the serious runner, the Garmin Forerunner 405CX is a premium GPS watch aimed at the enthusiast end of the market.

While the bezel control takes a bit of getting used to, the Forerunner 405CX is packed with features and is the perfect companion for serious runners

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Crowdedbrain (crowdedbrain.co.uk)

Garmin ForeRunner 405CX Review

 
Mar, 2010
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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX

 

The Garmin Forerunner 405CX heart rate monitor continuously records your time, distance, pace, calories burned and heart rate, then innovative ANT+ wireless technology sends the data to your PC for later analysis. Garmin Forerunner 405CX is tagged with...

Aug, 2009
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Expert review by : Paul Trotter (techworld.com)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX review

 

Loaded with features for the serious runner, the Garmin Forerunner 405CX is a premium GPS watch aimed at the enthusiast end of the market.

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Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Paul Trotter (goodgearguide.com.au)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX GPS watch

 

A premium GPS watch from Garmin

Simple to set up, fairly light

Bezel control is not intuitive

While the bezel control takes a bit of getting used to, the Garmin Forerunner 405CX is packed with features and is the perfect companion for serious runners

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Rossi Fernandes (tech.firstpost.com)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX Review - Tech2

 

There are a whole bunch of gadgets and gizmos designed specifically for sports and fitness freaks, that lie ...

The Forerunner 405CX sells for an MRP of Rs. 21,675 in India, while you’re likely to find it for roughly Rs. 19,097 in the market. It’s a tad expensive, but it’s well worth your money. It’s not our complaint, though. While the watch itself offers a lot...

Dec, 2011
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Expert review by : Rossi Fernandes (tech.firstpost.com)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX Review

 

There are a whole bunch of gadgets and gizmos designed specifically for sports and fitness freaks, that lie unexplored and unnoticed. Garmin is a company that's known for making GPS devices for cars and a whole range of products cater to those who are...

The Forerunner 405CX sells for an MRP of Rs. 21,675 in India, while you’re likely to find it for roughly Rs. 19,097 in the market. It’s a tad expensive, but it’s well worth your money. It’s not our complaint, though. While the watch itself offers a lot...

Dec, 2011
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Expert review by : Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

Garmin Forerunner 405CX review

 

UPDATE: Check out a newer model — the Garmin Forerunner 410. UPDATE 2: Better yet, check out the Forerunner 610, whose touchscreen interface eliminates the touch bezel problems found on the 400 series. The Garmin Forerunner 405CX updates the Forerunner...

Apr, 2009
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Consumer review (argos.co.uk)

Essential tool for smart training

 

The Garmin Forerunner 405CX is an essential tool to assist in a smart and effective training programme. Once you start using it you will wonder how you managed without one!! Simple to use, it captures all the required information for you to plan your...

Mar, 2010
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Consumer review (productreview.com.au)

Good GPS Running Watch

 

I have had this watch for approximately five years and use only the basic functions on it for running outdoors. The model I purchased came with a HRM which is a useful addition to the watch. I like that the screens are customisable, there is a virtual...

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Bulky, touch bezel problems, some charging issues

Jan, 2014
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