Vivoactive 6 released in April 2025 and replaces Vivoactive 5. We do a quick 3 minute comparison between Forerunner 265 and Vivoactive 6. Main differences We focus on primary feature differences between Forerunner 265 and Vivoactive 6 below. The additional cost of Forerunner 265 can be justified in terms of dual band or multi-band GPS … Read more
Garmin Tactix 8 released on 21 February 2025. It comes in five different options or variants. We review all the Garmin Tactix 8 variants below. The 5 variants of Garmin Tactix 8 Garmin Tactix comes in 2 different size. However, the display technology and glass differences lead up to 4 different display experiences. Garmin Tactix … Read more
For someone looking to get a Garmin smartwatch under $300, the two natural contending Garmin smartwatches are Forerunner 165 and Vivoactive 6. Interestingly, Vivoactive 6 is the latest in the Vivoactive series of smartwatches. It was released on 1 April 2025. Below, we perform a quick comparison between Forerunner 165 and Vivoactive 6. This comparison … Read more
Garmin released Vivoactive 6 on April 1, 2025. It’s a refresh of the Garmin Vivoactive 5 that was released in September 2023. So, what changed between Vivoactive 5 and Vivoactive 6. In the quick comparison below, we focus on basic or primary differences between the Garmin Vivoactive 6 and Vivoactive 5. The comparison is based … Read more
Garmin does not have a published trade-in program. But, read on because we may help you actually get decent upgrade from your old Garmin to a new Garmin smartwatch. October 2025 – Garmin Discounts Garmin released new models in September 2025. New product launches cause significant discounts on older inventory. For example, Venu 4 was … Read more
Garmin Fenix 8 is an advanced multisport smartwatch. It is a costly watch and comes for a tag of $999.99. Is it worth buying a Fenix 8? For the adventure seeking sports lovers, Fenix 8 is a decent proposition. Irrespective of the cost, the Fenix 8 does offer advanced features. Some significant product feature improvements … Read more
Garmin Fenix 8 has been released in 3 different sizes. The variants of Fenix 8 come in 51 mm, 47 mm and 43 mm sizes. Below, we look at differences between the Fenix 8 51 mm and 47 mm below. Feature Fenix 8 51 mm Fenix 8 47 mm Fenix 8 43 mm Physical size … Read more
Garmin Forerunner 165 was released on 20 February 2024. Garmin Venu Sq 2 was released in September 2022. Both smartwatches are priced at $249.99. We compare the features of Forerunner 165 and Venu Sq 2 below. Main differences Garmin Forerunner 165 has a round dial. Venu Sq 2 has a box or square look. Venu … Read more
Garmin Forerunner was launched on 20 February 2024. Garmin Vivoactive 5 was released on 20 September 2023. We compare the Garmin Forerunner 165 and Vivoactive 5 below. (Vivoactive 5 has now been replaced by Vivoactive 6 released on 1 April 2025. Compare Vivoactive 6 and Vivoactive 5 or Forerunner 165 and Vivoactive 6 for a … Read more
Forerunner 165 is a mid-range Forerunner smartwatch for runners. Forerunner 965 is the higher end watch for runners. Expectedly, Forerunner 965 has may distinct advantages over the Forerunner 165. We evaluate both smartwatches below. Main differences We look at these differences in detail below. Display specifications Forerunner 165 and Forerunner 965 use the same display … Read more