Updated
Updated · PCMag · Oct 1
Walmart Cuts Garmin Forerunner 165 to $199.99, Undercutting Its $249.99 Price by 20%
Updated
Updated · PCMag · Oct 1

Walmart Cuts Garmin Forerunner 165 to $199.99, Undercutting Its $249.99 Price by 20%

1 articles · Updated · PCMag · Oct 1

Summary

  • $199.99 buys the Garmin Forerunner 165 at Walmart, a $50 discount that pushes the running-focused smartwatch below the $200 mark.
  • The model pairs a 1.2-inch AMOLED display with multi-GNSS GPS, wrist-based running power and dynamics, recovery metrics, and Garmin Pay.
  • Garmin says the watch also offers up to 11 days of battery life, plus HRV status, Body Battery insights, smartphone notifications, and water resistance.
  • The markdown positions a feature-rich Garmin wearable closer to mainstream smartwatch pricing as retailers promote broader smartwatch deals ahead of Prime Day.

Insights

Why is Walmart slashing the price of this premium-feeling Garmin watch, and what hidden features are you missing out on?
Can a discounted smartwatch truly replace a human running coach, or do its limitations leave marathon hopefuls at a disadvantage?