Garmin Forerunner 965

13 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 reviews of Garmin Forerunner 965. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the performance and software. The usability and design also get good comments. Many are critical about the 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 965 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Michael Sawh (trustedreviews.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965 Review

As the successor to the Garmin 955, the 965 has some pretty big shoes to fill but it is worth the upgrade?

AMOLED screen is a great addition ; Battery life doesn’t suffer greatly from the new screen ; Still great all-round sports tracking

Very similar features to the Garmin 955 ; It’s more expensive than the 955 ; No solar option

With the Garmin Forerunner 965 it really is all about the screen because with that aside, it’s offering the same features as the 955. If you’re desperate for a top-end Forerunner with a lovely colour display and that same great sports tracking and that...

May, 2023

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Garmin Forerunner 965 review: the best Forerunner in years

The Forerunner 965 is the best lightweight multisport watch right now

Amazing, bright AMOLED display ; Long battery life ; All the features and sensors that made the Forerunner 955 the top multisport watch are present ; Lighter and thinner than its predecessor

UI has garish colours ; Some teething issues with software

The Garmin Forerunner 965 is everything I hoped the Forerunner 955 Solar would be and more. The watch uses the same sensors and features as its predecessor, but it's lighter and thinner than that. The new AMOLED display is bright and responsive, and...

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Michael Sawh (pocket-lint.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965 review: Raising the game

Garmin brings an AMOLED display to its excellent Forerunner line, so it looks better than ever - but does its battery life still impress?

New, more vibrant AMOLED screen ; Titanium bezel adds some style ; Battery life still impresses

Basically the same features as 955 ; Noticeable price jump ; Battery drops in some scenarios

The Garmin Forerunner 965 is a great running watch and sports watch in general. It takes the excellent smarts from the Forerunner 955 and gives it a superb AMOLED screen a more refined look all while still delivering solid battery life.

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Alfred Siew (techgoondu.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965 review: Fully packed for serious fitness buffs - Techgoondu Garmin Forerunner 965 review: Fully packed for serious fitness buffs

An excellent screen, great battery life and a host of useful apps make the Garmin Forerunner 965 attractive to serious fitness buffs. An excellent screen, great battery life and a host of useful apps make the Garmin Forerunner 965 attractive to serious...

Jun, 2023

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Expert review by : Stefan Möllenhoff (androidpit.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965 Review: Great Running Watch with Smart Weaknesses

The Garmin Forerunner 965 has been given a makeover and looks really chic with its larger AMOLED display. The test shows what else has changed.

Unbeatable sports functions ; Extremely accurate tracking & GPS ; Extensive accessories portfolio ; Robust and practical design ; Very nice AMOLED display

Smartwatch weaknesses ; Still no 4G/LTE ; Juicy OLED surcharge

Garmin is not afraid to torpedo its much more expensive Epix with the Forerunner 965. In fact, the 965, which was actually designed as a running watch, has practically the entire feature set of the Epix 2, which costs at least $400 more, apart from the...

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Ryan Haines (androidauthority.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965 review: AMOLED excellence

Is a new display enough to keep Garmin's premium watch among the best? Find out in our Garmin Forerunner 965 review.

Crisp OLED display

May, 2023

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Garmin Forerunner 265 review: It's a prettier 255, and that's okay

Aside from Training Readiness and Running Dynamics, you're mostly paying top dollar for the gorgeous AMOLED display. Is that worth an extra $100 to you? The gorgeous AMOLED display takes us one step closer to my dream of a Forerunner-Venu hybrid...

Apr, 2023

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Garmin Forerunner 965 review: An AMOLED screen, at last

A review of the Garmin Forerunner 965, Garmin's latest running watch which has an AMOLED screen

also has an AMOLED screen and a bunch of brilliant training features, including Garmin’s Training Readiness Score.

Mar, 2023

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Expert review by : Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965: The Complete Beginners Guide

Just a quick heads up for those that aren't subscribed on YouTube, that I've just hit publish on my for the . As always, this comprehensive guide thoroughly explores every feature of the Forerunner 965, from beginning to end. Not only do I walk you...

Mar, 2023

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Expert review by : DC Rainmaker (dcrainmaker.com)

Garmin Forerunner 965 In-Depth Review: Now with AMOLED Display!

There's some big sales this weekend! For watches, the , and the , with the ! Meanwhile, the top-end , and & . As is Varia radar for $149. Full big list of ! Garmin has just announced two new watches – the Forerunner 965 (this review), and the...

Mar, 2023

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