Prices are nearly identical. The smaller 265S even lasts longer.
Short answer
Forerunner 265 - a bigger 1.3" 416×416 display. Forerunner 265S - compact (41.7 mm and 39 g) and up to 15 days.
Key differences
| Spec | Garmin Forerunner 265 | Garmin Forerunner 265S |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 1.3", AMOLED, 416×416 | 1.1", AMOLED, 360×360 |
| Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Battery life | up to 13 days | up to 15 days |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou |
| NFC | yes | yes |
| Sensors | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature | heart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature |
| Protection | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Compatibility | iPhone, Android | iPhone, Android |
| Dimensions, weight | 46.1×46.1×12.9 mm, 47 g | 41.7×41.7×12.9 mm, 39 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
8 GB, Wi-Fi, GPS with BeiDou and QZSS, NFC, barometer, gyroscope, 5 ATM, 12.9 mm thick.
Display
1.3" 416×416 vs 1.1" 360×360.
Case and battery life
46.1 mm and 47 g vs 41.7 mm and 39 g; up to 13 vs up to 15 days.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Big screen - Forerunner 265.
- Slim wrist and battery life - Forerunner 265S.
FAQ
Are the features the same?
Yes, only the size differs.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, on both.
Which is cheaper?
The Forerunner 265S.