Both are running watches with AMOLED and 8 GB. The Forerunner 570 costs noticeably more. What for?

Short answer

Forerunner 570 47 mm - a bigger 454×454 display and an aluminium case. Forerunner 265 - lasts longer (up to 13 days) and much cheaper.

Key differences

SpecGarmin Forerunner 265Garmin Forerunner 570 47mm
Display1.3", AMOLED, 416×4161.4", AMOLED, 454×454
Memory8 GB8 GB
Battery lifeup to 13 daysup to 11 days
ConnectivityBluetooth, ANT+, Wi-FiBluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi
NavigationGPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDouGPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou
NFCyesyes
Sensorsheart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperatureheart rate, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature
Protection5 ATM5 ATM
CompatibilityiPhone, AndroidiPhone, Android
Dimensions, weight46.1×46.1×12.9 mm, 47 g47×47×12.9 mm, 50 g
Pricecurrent pricescurrent 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, 5 ATM, 12.9 mm.

Display and case

1.3" 416×416 and polymer vs 1.4" 454×454 and aluminium.

Battery life

Up to 13 vs up to 11 days.

Verdict: who should buy which

  • Price and battery life - Forerunner 265.
  • Newer model and aluminium - Forerunner 570 47 mm.

FAQ

How heavy are they?
47 and 50 g.

Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, on both.

Which is cheaper?
The Forerunner 265.

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