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Garmin Forerunner 265 Black Powder Gray Smart Watch
R9,869.00
SKU
010-02810-10
Corning gorilla glass 3 lens
135-205 mm wrist circumference
Fiber-reinforced polymer bezel
Silicone strap
Description
Introducing the Garmin Forerunner 265 Black Powder Gray Smart Watch. A premium GPS running and multisport smartwatch designed for athletes and active individuals who demand advanced performance tracking, smart functionality, and all-day comfort. Featuring a sleek black and powder gray finish, this lightweight smartwatch combines durability with a modern athletic design, making it suitable for both intense training sessions and everyday wear. Built with a fiber-reinforced polymer bezel, a durable Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lens, and a comfortable silicone strap, the watch is engineered to withstand demanding workouts while remaining lightweight at only 47 grams.
At the heart of the Garmin Forerunner 265 is a vivid 1.3-inch AMOLED colour display with a sharp 416 x 416 pixel resolution, delivering bright visuals and excellent readability in various lighting conditions. The watch supports both touchscreen and button controls, allowing users to navigate effortlessly during workouts or daily activities. Designed for convenience and versatility, it includes quick-release 22 mm bands and fits wrists with a circumference of 135205 mm, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit for a wide range of users.
Performance-focused athletes will appreciate the advanced training metrics and recovery insights built into the Forerunner 265. The smartwatch offers detailed running dynamics, VO2 max tracking, race predictions, training load analysis, recovery time recommendations, HRV status monitoring, and Garmin Coach training plans. With SATIQ technology and multi-band GPS support, users benefit from highly accurate positioning and reliable route tracking across a variety of environments. The watch also supports multiple satellite systems including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou for enhanced accuracy during outdoor activities.
The Garmin Forerunner 265 is packed with comprehensive health and wellness monitoring features designed to support overall fitness and recovery. It includes wrist-based heart rate monitoring, Pulse Ox blood oxygen tracking, stress monitoring, respiration tracking, Body Battery energy monitoring, advanced sleep analysis, sleep coaching, hydration tracking, meditation, breathwork, and fitness age insights. These tools help users better understand their health, manage recovery, and maintain balanced training routines throughout the day.
With impressive battery performance, the smartwatch delivers up to 13 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS-only GNSS mode. Even with music playback enabled during GPS activities, the watch maintains reliable battery endurance for long workouts and races. Users can also enjoy music directly from their wrist, control smartphone media, receive smart notifications, sync with Garmin Connect Mobile, and access downloadable apps and watch faces through the Connect IQ platform. Connectivity options include Bluetooth, ANT+, and Wi-Fi, ensuring seamless integration with smartphones, sensors, and fitness accessories.
Built for versatility, the Garmin Forerunner 265 supports an extensive range of activity profiles including running, cycling, swimming, triathlon, hiking, rowing, yoga, HIIT, skiing, racket sports, team sports, and more. It also includes advanced safety and tracking features such as incident detection, live event sharing, and assistance alerts for added peace of mind during training sessions and outdoor adventures. Combining premium build quality, advanced fitness intelligence, accurate GPS technology, and smart everyday functionality, the Garmin Forerunner 265 Black Powder Gray Smart Watch is an outstanding companion for athletes looking to elevate their performance and stay connected wherever they go.
Features
- Corning gorilla glass 3 lens
- 135-205 mm wrist circumference
- Fiber-reinforced polymer bezel
- Silicone strap
- 1.3 bright and colourful amoled display
- Up to 20 hours of battery life in gps mode
- Advanced training metrics and recovery insights
- SATIQ and multi-band gps
- Touchscreen and buttons
- Music on your wrist
Specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| General | |
| Strap Material | Silicone |
| Lens Material | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Bezel Material | Fiber-reinforced polymer |
| Quick Release Bands | Yes (22 mm, Industry standard) |
| Physical Size | 46.1 x 46.1 x 12.9 (mm) |
| Fits Wrists With A Circumference Of | 135-205 Mm |
| Weight | 47 g |
| Display Size | 32.5 mm (1.3") diameter |
| Display Resolution | 416 x 416 pixels |
| Colour Display | Yes |
| Large Font Option | Yes |
| Battery Type | Lithium ion |
| Battery Life | |
| Smartwatch Mode | Up to 13 days |
| Gps-Only Gnss Mode | Up to 20 hours |
| Satiq (Autoselect) Gnss Mode | Up to 16 hours |
| All-Systems Gnss Mode + Multi-Band | Up to 14 hours |
| Gps-Only Gnss Mode With Music | Up to 7 hours |
| Satiq (Autoselect) Gnss Mode With Music | Up to 6 hours |
| All-Systems Gnss Mode + Multi-Band With Music | Up to 6 hours |
| Charging Method | Garmin proprietary plug charger |
| Memory/History | 8 GB |
| Clock Features | |
| Time/Date | Yes |
| Gps Time Sync | Yes |
| Automatic Daylight Saving Time | Yes |
| Alarm Clock | Yes |
| Timer | Yes |
| Stopwatch | Yes |
| Sunrise/Sunset Times | Yes |
| Health & Wellness Monitoring | |
| Wrist-Based Heart Rate (Constant, Every Second) | Yes |
| Resting Heart Rate | Yes |
| Abnormal Heart Rate Alerts | Yes (high and low) |
| Respiration Rate | Yes |
| Fitness Age | Yes |
| Body Battery Energy Monitor | Yes |
| All-Day Stress | Yes |
| Relaxation Reminders | Yes |
| Relaxation Breathing Timer | Yes |
| Meditation | Yes |
| Breathwork | Yes |
| Sleep | Yes (advanced) |
| Sleep Coach | Yes |
| Breathing Variations | Yes |
| Nap Detection | Yes |
| Hydration | Yes (in Garmin Connect and optional Connect IQ widget) |
| Women'S Health | Yes (in Garmin Connect and optional Connect IQ widget) |
| Health Snapshot | Yes |
| Jet Lag Adviser | Yes |
| Sensors | |
| Gps | Yes |
| Glonass | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Qzss | Yes |
| Beidou | Yes |
| Satiq Technology | Yes |
| Garmin Elevate Wrist Heart Rate Monitor | Yes |
| Pulse Ox Blood Oxygen Saturation Monitor | Yes |
| Barometric Altimeter | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Thermometer | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Daily Smart Features | |
| Find My Phone | Yes |
| Find My Garmin (Helps Locate Lost Device) | Yes |
| Find My Phone During Gps Activity | Yes |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Connect Iq (Downloadable Watch Faces, Data Fields And Apps) | Yes |
| On-Device Connect Iq Store | Yes |
| Smart Notifications | Yes |
| Text Response/Reject Phone Call With Text (Android Only) | Yes |
| View Images From Notifications On Watch (Android Only) | Yes |
| Morning Report | Yes |
| Calendar | Yes |
| Weather Forecasts | Yes |
| Realtime Settings Sync With Garmin Connect Mobile | Yes |
| Battery Saver - Customisable Low Power Watch | Yes |
| Controls Smartphone Music | Yes |
| Plays And Controls Watch Music | Yes |
| Compatible With Garmin Messenger App | Yes |
| Virb Camera Remote | Yes |
| Smart Trainer Control | Yes |
| Compatible With Garmin Connect Mobile | Yes |
| Smartphone Compatibility | iPhone, Android |
| Stocks | Yes (optional Connect IQ app) |
| Red Shift Mode | Yes |
| Garmin Share | Yes |
| Passcode | Yes |
| Workout And Training Plans | |
| Daily Suggested Workout - Running (Pace And Heart Rate Based) | Yes |
| Daily Suggested Workout - Cycling (Pace And Heart Rate Based) | Yes |
| Garmin Running Coach | Yes |
| Garmin Running Coach Experts | Yes |
| Garmin Cycling Coach | Yes |
| Garmin Coach - Prebuilt Cycling Plans | Yes |
| Garmin Coach - Strength | Yes |
| Cardio Workouts | Yes |
| Strength Workouts | Yes |
| Hiit Workouts | Yes |
| Yoga Workouts | Yes |
| Pilates Workouts | Yes |
| On-Screen Workout Animations | Yes |
| On-Screen Workout Muscle Map | Yes |
| Activity Profiles | |
| Gym | Strength, HIIT, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor rowing, Jump Roping |
| Multisport | Triathlon |
| Wellness | Walking, Pilates, Yoga, Indoor Walking |
| Indoor Running | Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running, Virtual running |
| Outdoor Running | Running, Outdoor Track Running Trail Running, Ultra Running |
| Outdoor Recreation | Hiking, Archery, Bouldering |
| Cycling | Biking, Mountain Biking, eBiking, eMountain Biking, Indoor Biking |
| Swim | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming |
| On The Water | Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing |
| Racket Sports | Tennis, Pickleball, Badminton, Squash, Table Tennis, Padel, Platform Tennis, Racquetball |
| Snow & Winter | Skiing, Snowboarding, XC Classic Skiing |
| Sport Profiles | Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Soccer, American Football, Lacrosse, Rugby, Ultimate Disc, Cricket, Softball, Baseball |
| In The Ring | Boxing, Mixed martial arts |
| Other Activity Profiles | Inline Skating |
| Safety And Tracking Features | |
| Incident Detection During Select Activities | Yes |
| Incident Detection Alert On Phone For Wearables | Yes |
| Assistance | Yes |
| Live Event Sharing | Android only |
| Activity Tracking Features | |
| Step Counter | Yes |
| Move Alerts (Displays On Device After A Period Of Inactivity Walk For A Couple Of Minutes To Reset It) | Yes |
| Auto Goal (Learns Your Activity Level And Assigns A Daily Step Goal) | Yes |
| Calories Burned | Yes |
| Floors Climbed | Yes |
| Distance Travelled | Yes |
| Intensity Minutes | Yes |
| Trueup | Yes |
| Move Iq | Yes |
| Garmin Connect Challenges App | Yes (optional Connect IQ app) |
| Automatic Rep Counting | Yes |
| Training, Planning And Analysis Features | |
| Customisable Screen(S) | Yes |
| Downloadable Training Plans | Yes |
| Course Guidance | Yes |
| Hr Zones | Yes |
| Hr Alerts | Yes |
| Hr Calories | Yes |
| Percentage Hr Max | Yes |
| Percentage Hrr | Yes |
| Recovery Time | Yes |
| Auto Max Hr | Yes |
| Race Glance/Widget | Yes |
| Hrv Status | Yes |
| Hr Broadcast (Broadcasts Hr Data Over Ant+ To Paired Devices) | Yes |
| Respiration Rate (During Exercise) | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Gps Speed And Distance | Yes |
| Customisable Activity Profiles | Yes |
| Auto Pause Automatic Timer Halt | Yes |
| Interval Training | Yes |
| Improved Interval (Includes Open Repeats, Intervals Data Page, Rest Screen And Auto Detection) | Yes |
| Advanced Workouts | Yes |
| Hrm Running Pace And Distance | Yes |
| Auto Lap Interval Tracking Feature | Yes |
| Manual Lap | Yes |
| Rest Timer | Yes |
| Configurable Lap Alerts | Yes |
| Vo2 Max (Run) | Yes |
| Vo2 Max (Trail Run) | Yes |
| Load Ratio | Yes |
| Training Load | Yes |
| Training Load Focus | Yes |
| Training Effect | Yes |
| Training Effect (Anaerobic) | Yes |
| Primary Benefit (Training Effect Labels) | Yes |
| Improved Recovery Time | Yes |
| Customisable Alerts | Yes |
| Voice Alerts | Yes |
| Multisport Auto Transition | Yes |
| Finish Time | Yes |
| Virtual Partner | Yes |
| Race An Activity | Yes |
| Multi-Sport | Yes |
| Touch And/Or Button Lock | Yes |
| Shortcuts | Yes |
| Auto Scroll | Yes |
| Activity History On Watch | Yes |
| Physio Trueup | Yes |
| Unified Training Status | Yes |
| Running Features | |
| Gps-Based Distance, Time And Pace | Yes |
| Running Dynamics | Yes |
| Vertical Oscillation And Ratio | Yes |
| Ground Contact Time And Balance | Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| Stride Length (Real Time) | Yes |
| Cadence (Provides Real-Time Number Of Steps Per Minute) | Yes |
| Running Power | Yes |
| Grade-Adjusted Pace | Yes |
| Performance Condition | Yes |
| Lactate Threshold | Yes |
| Pacepro Pacing Strategies | Yes |
| Run Workouts | Yes |
| Trail Run Auto Climb | Yes |
| Race Predictor | Yes |
| Course- And Weather-Specific Race Predictor | Yes |
| Foot Pod Capable | Yes |
| Run/Walk/Stand Detection | Yes |
| Outdoor Recreation | |
| Point-To-Point Navigation | Yes |
| Bread Crumb Trail In Real Time | Yes |
| Back To Start | Yes |
| Tracback | Yes |
| Ultratrac Mode | Yes |
| Up Ahead | Yes |
| Elevation Profile | Yes |
| Distance To Destination | Yes |
| Barometric Trend Indicator With Storm Alert | Yes |
| Vertical Speed | Yes |
| Total Ascent/Descent | Yes |
| Rest Timer (Ultra Run Only) | Yes |
| Auto Rest | Yes |
| Future Elevation Plot | Yes |
| Area Calculation | Yes (via Connect IQ) |
| Fish Forecast | Yes (via Connect IQ) |
| Projected Waypoint | Yes |
| Sun And Moon Information | Yes |
| Cycling Features | |
| Courses | Yes |
| Bike Lap And Lap Maximum Power (With Power Sensor) | Yes |
| Race An Activity | Yes |
| Alerts (Triggers Alarm When You Reach Goals Including Time, Distance, Heart Rate Or Calories) | Yes |
| Power Curve And % Ftp Workouts | Yes |
| Compatible With Vector And Rally (Power Meters) | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Vision (Head-Mounted Display) | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Radar (Rear-Facing Radar) | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Lights | Yes |
| Compatible With Varia Headlight Camera | Yes |
| Speed And Cadence Sensor Support (W/Sensor) | Yes |
| Power Meter Compatible | Yes |
| Swimming Features | |
| Open-Water Swim Metrics (Distance, Pace, Stroke Count/Rate, Stroke Distance, Swim Efficiency (Swolf), Calories) | Yes |
| Pool Swim Metrics (Lengths, Distance, Pace, Stroke Count, Swim Efficiency (Swolf), Calories) | Yes |
| Stroke Type Detection (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly) (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Drill Logging (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Basic Rest Timer (Up From 0) (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| "Repeat On" Rest Timer (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Auto Rest (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Time And Distance Alerts | Yes |
| Pacing Alerts (Pool Swim Only) | Yes |
| Countdown Start | Yes |
| Pool Swim Workouts | Yes |
| Critical Swim Speed | Yes |
| Underwater Wrist-Based Heart Rate | Yes |
| Heart Rate From External Hrm (Real-Time During Rests, Interval And Session Stats During Rests, And Automatic Heart Rate Download Post-Swim) | Yes (with HRM-Swim, HRM-Pro, HRM-Pro Plus or HRM 600) |
Package Contents
- 1x garmin forerunner 265 black powder gray smart watch
- 1x usb-c charging/data cable
- 1x documentation
| Free Shipping | No |
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