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The Garmin Forerunner 165 Music is an affordable yet feature-packed GPS running smartwatch tailored for motivated athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts, boasting a brilliant 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen for vivid, sunlight-readable displays of metrics during runs or daily glances. It integrates wrist-based heart rate monitoring, advanced training tools like Garmin Coach adaptive plans, wrist-based running dynamics, and recovery insights to help optimize performance and prevent overtraining, while supporting over 25 activity profiles including running, cycling, swimming, yoga, and strength training with accurate GPS tracking for routes and pace. Onboard music storage holds up to 500 songs from Spotify, Deezer, or Amazon Music for phone-free playback via Bluetooth headphones, complemented by Garmin Pay for seamless contactless payments and smart notifications from your phone. Health and wellness features encompass all-day stress tracking, advanced sleep analysis, Body Battery energy monitoring, women’s health insights, and safety tools like incident detection and live location sharing, all syncing effortlessly to the Garmin Connect app for in-depth analysis and challenges. With a rechargeable battery delivering up to 11 days in smartwatch mode or 19 hours in GPS mode, water resistance to 5 ATM, and a lightweight fiber-reinforced polymer case available in slate gray, black, or tidal blue with a comfy silicone strap, this 39g powerhouse combines vibrant design, motivational guidance, and versatile connectivity for runs, workouts, and life on the move.
Key Features
Bright 1.2-Inch AMOLED Touchscreen
The Forerunner 165 Music features a vibrant 1.2-inch AMOLED display that delivers sharp, colorful visuals and excellent readability in bright sunlight, making it easy to check stats, maps, and notifications at a glance during any workout.
Built-In Music Storage and Phone-Free Listening
Store up to 500 songs directly on the watch from Spotify, Deezer, or Amazon Music (premium subscription required), and pair with Bluetooth headphones for cable-free runs and workouts without carrying your phone.
Adaptive Training Plans and Recovery Guidance
Get personalized daily suggested workouts, Garmin Coach adaptive training plans, wrist-based running dynamics, and recovery time recommendations that help you train smarter, improve performance, and avoid overtraining.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness Tracking
Monitor all-day heart rate, advanced sleep stages with score, stress levels, Body Battery energy, respiration, women’s health tracking, and Pulse Ox for a complete picture of your daily wellness and readiness.
Long Battery Life and Everyday Smart Features
Enjoy up to 11 days in smartwatch mode or 19 hours in GPS mode on a single charge, plus Garmin Pay contactless payments, smart notifications, and safety features like incident detection and LiveTrack for peace of mind on every run.
What’s in the Box
- Forerunner 165
- Charging cable
- Documentation
FAQs
What is the difference between the Garmin Forerunner 165 and 165 Music models?
The 165 Music includes 4 GB of internal storage for up to 500 songs and offline music playback from services like Spotify or Amazon Music, while the standard 165 lacks this feature; both share the same AMOLED display, training tools, and battery life otherwise.
How do I download and play music on the Forerunner 165 Music?
Use the Garmin Connect app or Garmin Express on your computer to sync playlists from Spotify, Deezer, or Amazon Music (premium required), then pair Bluetooth headphones directly to the watch for phone-free listening during runs or workouts.
What is the battery life like for the Forerunner 165 Music during GPS activities?
It offers up to 11 days in smartwatch mode, 19 hours in GPS-only mode, or 7 hours in GPS mode with music playback; actual runtime varies based on screen brightness, notifications, and heart rate monitoring usage.
Does the Forerunner 165 Music track sleep, heart rate, and stress levels?
Yes, it features wrist-based heart rate monitoring with HRV status, advanced sleep tracking with stages and scores, and all-day stress monitoring, all integrated into the Body Battery energy metric for overall wellness insights.
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