rabbit.reviews72Consensus score
How strongly 0 sources agree — expert labs and real owners, with community voices weighted heavier. Not one reviewer’s opinion; the pattern across all of them.
Buy it if
- AMOLED display at the most affordable price in Garmin's lineup
- Solid GPS accuracy for everyday running and training
- In-depth training metrics including VO2 max and training load
Skip it if
- GPS signal acquisition slightly slower than competitors like Coros Pace 4 per Wirecutter testing
- Missing advanced features like topographical maps and multi-band GPS
- No music storage on base model (Music variant costs more)
What owners love
- AMOLED display at the most affordable price in Garmin's lineup
- Solid GPS accuracy for everyday running and training
- In-depth training metrics including VO2 max and training load
- Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear
The recurring gripe
- GPS signal acquisition slightly slower than competitors like Coros Pace 4 per Wirecutter testing
- Missing advanced features like topographical maps and multi-band GPS
- No music storage on base model (Music variant costs more)
The bottom line
For new runners or anyone not ready to spend $350+, the Forerunner 165 gives you a real Garmin experience, AMOLED screen, training metrics, and reliable GPS, without the premium price tag.