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My go to watch for awhile has been the Garmin 265, but my recommendation for brand new runners the Garmin 55. Which meant I was very intrigued by the new Garmin Forerunner 165 and how it would fit in to the mix. Hopefully this review answers that for you as well!
Over the last few years, I’ve found many running shoe brands coming out with models that just didn’t seem to fit anywhere in the line up. And I admit, my first thought was that Garmin might have just confused things with this new watch as well.
So let’s take a look at the features and functions to help you figure out if this is the right running watch for you.
Garmin Forerunner 165 Review
Immediately looking at the new AMOLED screen, you’ll feel like this is an upgrade from the Forerunner 55. But in truth the features don’t stop there, so now it becomes a matter of the extra $50 being worth it to you.
I’m going to say that if they don’t change the 55 screen, then the 165 is now going to be my recommendation for an entry level running watch! Seriously, I love these brighter screens that much.
The battery life is actually about 3 days shorter on the 165 and that’s very likely due to the brightness of the…
