Best gift I've ever received! I use it more than my phone.

I referee soccer and I wanted a better idea of my training and performance. This watch is perfect. I can see where on the field I ran with the GPS tracking, my heart rate and mileage. And I track my workouts too! With the workout types I can track stairmaster, running, my strength workouts and more. And the strength workout even has a body muscle map to show what you worked after logging your exercises and weights!

My husband bought this for me a month ago and I haven't taken it off since. It's very comfortable and light weight with so many different features.

My husband got me the Forerunner 265S to replace my old fitness tracker. This is the fifth fitness watch that I've had since I started running 9 years ago, and the first one that really helps me track all of the telemetry to prepare me to train and run my races. The watch tracks everything from my heart rate and oxygen levels to what my current fitness level and readiness level are. The suggested activity with time and pace really help me ensure that I don't overwork myself and that I stay on track with my training and preparation. The watch is lightweight and doesn't interfere with my arm motions when I run, and the display is easy to read outside in full sun or in the shade. It has the most accurate GPS of any watch that I've used and does an excellent job of tracking changes in my stride. I highly recommend this watch for runners at any level.

I researched a replacement watch to my Apple Watch and went with the Forerunner 255S Music. This watch has helped me train, recover, and pace myself in coaching Cross Country, and training for races. I am so impressed with the accuracy, features, durability, and light-weight design of this watch!

I have had a variety of the Forerunners prior to this model, and liked them all, but this one is definitely a big step up, even from my 245. Not only is the battery life much better, but the new GPS modes are great for more accuracy. I also love the additional metrics, including the HRV. The race widget is nice to have as well. There are many metrics and options I still haven't used or figured out, but will enjoy learning. I debated getting the smaller version since I am a small thin woman, but opted for the full size and glad I did. I love it!

I returned to running last Winter and in the middle of half marathon training, decided to upgrade to the 255s from my old Forerunner 15. All the additional features are a real treat, and it really helps integrate running (or walking, cycling, etc.) into your daily life. I also used it to replace my Fitbit. I was unsure of using the 255s as my all the time watch, but it's so fun to see the stats that I immediately was sold. I'm a 5'2" female and the size is perfect. My only complaint is the color. I got the pink one, which looks like a rose color in the photos, but it's actually bubblegum pink. I know it's a little thing, but I think I would have got a neutral had I known the accurate color. There are alternate bands you can purchase (including a rose colored one), but it's hard to compliment the bubblegum watch face frame.

I bought this as an upgrade to my Garmin 235 and what a big difference. It gives me so much more useful information to help me be a better runner. I love all the new features! I can control my music, notifications, and phone calls. The various watch faces that can be accessed are great!

Been using Garmin forever. This is the best yet. More features than I know what to do with. But not hard to use. Had one glitch/freeze a few days after I got it, now no problems.

I thought this would be easier to use than my old apple watch. I wanted a watch that was more rugged than apple but also had similar features that are as easy to navigate through. While the watch seemingly has what i was looking for, it doesn't have other features, or if it does, I have not been able to get those features to work. For ex, i'd like to change what i have on my watch face and cannot upload templates with such features. my watch is fine for now, but i will eventually look to get another watch.