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Garmin Forerunner 265S Whitestone Neo Tropic Smart Watch
R9,869.00
SKU
010-02810-14
Corning gorilla glass 3 lens
115-178 mm wrist circumference
Fiber-reinforced polymer bezel
Silicone strap
Description
Introducing the Garmin Forerunner 265S Whitestone Neo Tropic Smart Watch. A compact yet powerful multisport GPS smartwatch designed for athletes and active individuals who want advanced fitness tracking in a lighter, smaller form factor. Combining premium materials, intelligent training features, and everyday smart functionality, the Forerunner 265S delivers exceptional performance while maintaining a sleek and comfortable design. Built with a durable fiber-reinforced polymer bezel, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lens, and soft silicone strap, this smartwatch is engineered for both intense workouts and all-day wear.
Featuring a bright and colourful 1.1-inch AMOLED display with a crisp 360 x 360 pixel resolution, the Garmin Forerunner 265S offers outstanding visibility and smooth navigation through both touchscreen controls and physical buttons. Its lightweight 39 g construction and compact 41.7 mm case size make it ideal for smaller wrists, comfortably fitting wrist circumferences between 115178 mm. The watch also includes industry-standard 18 mm quick-release bands, allowing users to easily customise their look and fit for different occasions or activities.
Designed to help users optimise performance and recovery, the Forerunner 265S includes advanced training metrics and personalised fitness insights. Athletes can access features such as VO2 max analysis, training load monitoring, recovery time guidance, HRV status tracking, race prediction tools, running dynamics, cadence tracking, and PacePro pacing strategies. SATIQ technology and multi-band GPS deliver highly accurate positioning while intelligently balancing battery efficiency and satellite precision. Support for multiple satellite systems including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou ensures reliable tracking performance across a wide range of outdoor environments.
The Garmin Forerunner 265S also serves as a comprehensive wellness companion with extensive health monitoring features available around the clock. Users can track wrist-based heart rate, Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation, respiration, stress levels, Body Battery energy levels, hydration, and advanced sleep metrics including sleep coaching and nap detection. Additional wellness features such as meditation, breathwork exercises, relaxation reminders, and fitness age insights help users better understand their overall health and maintain balanced daily routines.
Despite its compact size, the Forerunner 265S delivers impressive battery performance with up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 24 hours in GPS-only mode. Even during GPS activities with music playback enabled, the watch maintains strong endurance for extended workouts and training sessions. Users can store music directly on the device, control smartphone media, receive smart notifications, and connect seamlessly through Bluetooth, ANT+, and Wi-Fi. Compatibility with Garmin Connect and the Connect IQ platform also allows access to downloadable watch faces, apps, and additional customisation features.
Built for versatility, the Garmin Forerunner 265S supports a wide variety of sports and activity profiles including running, cycling, swimming, triathlon, hiking, rowing, yoga, strength training, skiing, racket sports, and team sports. Safety and tracking tools such as incident detection, assistance alerts, and live event sharing provide added peace of mind during workouts and outdoor adventures. Combining lightweight comfort, advanced GPS technology, intelligent training insights, and premium smartwatch features, the Garmin Forerunner 265S Smart Watch is an outstanding choice for users looking to elevate both their fitness performance and everyday connectivity.
Features
- Corning gorilla glass 3 lens
- 115-178 mm wrist circumference
- Fiber-reinforced polymer bezel
- Silicone strap
- 1.1 bright and colourful amoled display
- Up to 24 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 (18 mm, Industry standard) |
| Physical Size | 41.7 x 41.7 x 12.9 (mm) |
| Fits Wrists With A Circumference Of | 115-178 mm |
| Weight | 39 g |
| Display Size | 28.1 mm (1.1") diameter |
| Display Resolution | 360 x 360 pixels |
| Colour Display | Yes |
| Large Font Option | Yes |
| Battery Type | Lithium ion |
| Battery Life | |
| Smartwatch Mode | Up to 15 days |
| Gps-Only Gnss Mode | Up to 24 hours |
| Satiq (Autoselect) Gnss Mode | Up to 18 hours |
| All-Systems Gnss Mode + Multi-Band | Up to 15 hours |
| Gps-Only Gnss Mode With Music | Up to 7.5 hours |
| Satiq (Autoselect) Gnss Mode With Music | Up to 7 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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) |
| Compatibility | Rally RK100 |
| Rally RK200 | |
| Rally RS100 | |
| Rally RS200 | |
| Rally XC100 | |
| Rally XC200 | |
| Varia RTL510 | |
| Varia RVR315 | |
| Varia Smart Bike Lights | |
| Varia UT800 Smart Headlight | |
| Vector 3 | |
| Vector 3S |
Package Contents
- 1x Garmin Forerunner 265S Whitestone Neo Tropic Smart Watch
- 1x usb-c charging/data cable
- 1x documentation
| Free Shipping | No |
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