For those wondering what screen protector I used it was this one -> geni.us/hSFjY

@rodginator

3 ай бұрын

I couldn't install the screen protector (3 attempts too) so got a refund for it. Will get a case instead.

@nconfer57

2 ай бұрын

I really didn't think you'd have a link for it but man you're on it! Thank you!!

For those wondering... That big scratch on the 965 is a damaged screen protector! Not an actual scratch on the screen. Still wish this thing had Sapphire!

@Panos_79

5 ай бұрын

I love this watch, and I agree, a sapphire screen would make it almost perfect.

@braddavister137

5 ай бұрын

I think sapphire would be a huge selling point for the forerunner! That and a flashlight would probably outsell the Fenix or epix but then garmin would be foolish to cut sales from other watches I suppose.

@bpotato3310

5 ай бұрын

best looking is suunto race/vertical.The best design i ever see!

@scriptosaurusrex

5 ай бұрын

Do you find you actually scratch screens without a protector, or is it like a phonescreen protector, or a UV filter on a camera lens. A myth that does next to nothing, except in situations where you have bigger issues than a scratched screen? Genuine question, as I had a fenix non sapphire, and while I scratched the bezel the lens was mint. And now I have a coros where the lens is sapphire anyway....

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

@@scriptosaurusrex I’ve scratched every non-sapphire watch I’ve owned. I’m either unlucky, clumbsy, or both? The 965 is also more susceptible than others since its screen is raised above the bezel.

Same for me. I’ve been wearing my 965 since April and I really love it. As you said, it strikes a really good balance : features, accuracy, screen, battery, all in a lightweight package that makes it ideal not only for trail running, but also to wear it 24h/day. Things I wish it had : sapphire lens, and maybe also the flashlight

Forerunner 965 is my first Garmin. Been using Apple Watch since 2015. Finally got so frustrated with the battery life, so I decided to go with Garmin, since I also had Garmin on my bike. Love this forerunner!

Went from the Epix 2 to the Forerunner 965. The weight and the better - larger screen did it for me. If they added sapphire, flashlight, and a surf activity ... it would be perfect. Agree with you though. Happy Christmas time to you and yours good sir! 🤙🏻

Totally agree, Dave. Love my 965! :D I've tried pretty much all Garmin watches, and I am glad I picked this in the end. Perfection.

Really enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work.

Thank you for the great video, cheers from Japan. Those few days I had been on the edge between FR965 and epix pro gen2 47mm. I had watched a lot of videos including your other ones, now I am probably on to the FR965. Best wishes for the year end and a Happy New Year! Sapphire glass... that is really a missing point...

@user-bo3ym4ye2q

Ай бұрын

Epix Pro Gen2 has Elevate Gen 5 HR sensor which shown to have up to 97% accuracy. Whereas FR965 has a Elevate Gen 4 HR sensor which shown to have 92% accuracy. Saw this in a scientific review video.

I was torn between epix and 965. But finally I decided to go epix pro standard because it was a same price because it was on discount. The flashlight was the deciding factor

@dominicjrf

5 ай бұрын

I was in the same situation. Bought the Epix Gen2 Pro. Returned it after two weeks. It was too heavy, running and being daily driver. It would move frequently. Sleep and HRV measurement was way off. Sleep is always off and Nightly HRV would hover around 50-60ms. Got the Garmin Forerunner 965. Doesn’t move at all. It’s light and comfortable on my wrist. I get better sleep score around 85-96% and HRV around 80-99ms. When I don’t feel well it hover around 55-65ms. What I’m trying to say is the watch weight plays a huge role on those Garmin health metrics.

@Dazdigo

5 ай бұрын

I went with the epix pro 47mm myself. I am still hung up if I should have went with the 51mm version, but I have no regrets, besides paying the full MSRP price.

@cr4sher7

3 ай бұрын

@@dominicjrf Exactly the reason why I bought 965. I was considering Epix, it is great, but it's just the weight/functionality that gives 965 a big advantage. You bearly feel that thing on your hand! :D

@gainknowledgeandinsight

17 күн бұрын

@@dominicjrflove this! Swayed me toward 965!!

I love this video! Concept and execution. I can't live without a flashlight myself haha

I love my Forerunner 955. Thanks for the video :)

Agree with the sapphire. If it had a sapphire screen, it’s a no brainer. Have a wonderful holidays and Merry Christmas Dave!

Loving your videos. It’s helping me lean more toward 965. I feel this watch it’s the bang for my buck without blowing my budget.

Hi thanks for great content👌I change from Epix gen 2 to an 965 because of the screen size and brightnes and the weight,. I love my 965 but as I have tattoo on my left arm mye sleep tracks me just one of 4 nights🤔That is a little bad. Have a nice and sporty Christmas🏃🏻‍♂️🧑‍🎄🎄🎅

I WANT to get another watch. But I also think the 965 does everything just well enough and in the right combination to be the best. I tried on my nephew’s 47mm Epix Pro Sapphire and was reminded how nicely the 965 fits me and the screen ratio is better, too. The flashlight and sapphire would make it just about perfect.

I have the same watch and I totally understand you. I quite happy with it!

Nice videos! Can you please guide which watch has the best GPS accuracy?

Thanks for this. 👍🏾

I knew the 965 IS your watch, before seeing this video! All the best, Dave. Happy Christmas for you and your family.

I'm 6'2, 245 triathlete and love my 965. I had the 945 for years and am amazed by the upgrades on the 965.

Mapping for kiking and mtb are amaizing in the FR965. I had Fenix and never go back, amoled y modern screen are great!

I have been lusting after the 965, but i cant afford it now, nor can i rationalize buying a new watch. I have had a Forerunner 695 music for years and i love it! Garmin has been supper supportive and has replaced two of my watches. (Actually once they gave me credit to upgrade from a cheaper watch to the Forerunner that i have now!) I like the plastic housing because I am allergic to most metals. I like the buttons, but this watch is not real accurate with recording my sleep, plus there is no oximeter or body battery function. Thank you, always for your great, comprihensive videos. They are filmed and edited beautifully, interesting and to the point! You and your friend are the ones that im always watching to learn about equipment and just to be entertained!

Happy 965 owner here! And for the reasons in this video. I want features but i dont want the size or the weight of epix so for me the 965 is perfect!

Pick up this 965, awesome!! Big screen 47mm case ❤

Upgraded to 965 from fenix 3, perfect for my use (running, kayaking, cross-country skiing, hiking... ) more comfortable to wear compared to epix and fenix

I sold my Apple Watch and got the FR 965 shortly after it came out. Best decision ever. I don’t miss the Apple Watch at all.

Thanks Dave!

I also own a 965 and absolutely love it. Agree with your points, it strikes the perfect balance (for me) on specs size and performance

I totally agree with you. Weight is the most important spec for me as I wear it 24/7. I have a 955 and love it 🙂 nearly identical to a Fenix 7 (non Pro) feature wise but 2/3 of the weight!

That screen looks amazing.

Yes I own a 965! Tried the 265, but the maps were the dealmaker. With the updates it is a killer smartwatch with very complete features. It is a scratch sensitive screen though. Just have to be careful with it.

Great video as usual Dave. After watching your reviews I changed from the Fenix 6 sapphire to the 965. The screen is amazing making the Fenix look very old. I prefer the understated look and the lighter feel, so happy days........until the 975 😂

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

Glad you're enjoying it!

I upgraded from my Fenix 5 plus to a 965 recently. Its an awesome upgrade indeed!

I've owned my 965 for almost 6 months now, purchased because of YOUR review. I like it, it does everything & more than I need it to. I also used my Running Club Discount code which means I only paid £540 not the £599 Retail

965 was on top of my list because of the amoled screen and topo maps. I am a map guy. To me breadcrumb maps are like video games of the 70's. If I didn't care about the maps I'd get the Coros pace 3. However here in Canada $200 more will get you the Gen 2 Epix pro Sapphire. Better glass, more durable, flashlight (I live in the wild country), some few more features. For the lifetime of the watch it's only a 8-10 cents more a day.

I have owned the 965 for about a year. Once I decided that I wanted to get this watch, it took maybe 8 months before I could get it due to the demand. I am very happy with it. The screen, feature set and battery life make it the perfect fitness watch for me. Prior to getting the 965, I owned a 245 for years which I also liked.

I always follow your channel. Always interesting videos! Thanks

@ChaseTheSummit

4 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

965 is my daily driver. Thank you for all of your reviews to help narrow down the decision.

Great video. But wich watch is the most sustainable? You should add this category in th future!

I love this watch! The screen size and vivid screen itself. My question is I’m a hunter and hiker. Would this watch work for me? I definitely need it for the maps and navigation side. And of course gps accuracy is everything for what I do in the woods. I don’t travel paths in the woods I travel the unknown. So what’s your thoughts?

Same for me -> bought 965 right after release & very happy (still don’t sold fenix 7, ‘cause thinking, they could be useful…but can’t stop using 965 😂).

I have been looking al the 965 for months now. I was gifted With an Apple Watch series 8 last christmas which has kept me from buying a new watch. It is an amazing watch and the more i watch your video the more i’d like to purchase one.

Great video as always. I rocked the 955 until the hr kept being off during bike rides. Now I'm back with the Fenix 7x

@jdrake7039

5 ай бұрын

My 965 done exactly the same during bike rides,returned it for a refund. Now using the 265 and it works perfectly, strangely using the same sensor between the two.

I bought the 965. It was my first ever sports or smart watch and I love it for the same reasons you do. I have small wrists so watches, like the Epix, look and feel big. I’m also just a road runner so I don’t need anything that rugged. Price-wise, I thought it was quite expensive. Like you said, Coros is a much better value. Plus, an Apple or Android watch would be cheaper. At the end, the decision came down to battery life and the fact the company I work offered a great employee discount for Garmin products.

I love de 965! Had the Fenix6s because of my smaller wrist and my demand was the mapping feature! Still it was rather thick, I got stuck many times. Though the thickness is not very different and the bezel is much bigger, the form factor of the 965 makes it sit ‘smoother’ (is that even a term?) around my wrist and I tend to get stuck much less. Furthermore, the bright display makes it easier to see on the trails for my aging eyes 👀 Love your videos and can’t wait for the next rambling podcast 😂

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

Ramblings incoming!

Hello, I train for triathlons, and I had the 965 and the Apple Watch 8 for 7 days, one on each wrist. I absolutely love the 965. The 965 was extremely light and was as accurate as the Apple Watch with heart rate , minus a delay in heart rate response with fitness, and the 965 screen has a very good color screen. I really think Apple and Garmin should work together. I did stick with Apple because of the ability to compare, compete, and see my Apple challenges. I would have picked the Garmin over the other apple if not for those three active things.

Thanks, I went to the 965. The weight was the most important thing for me and yet it has all the features. Temperature measurement would be nice, like in an Oura ring. Of course, there is more than just the temp measurement in Oura, but Garmin does the analyzes better and more accurately, because all the training goes to Garmin anyways.

Great video as always, what strap have you got on there, I love the look? I don't mean the Garmin one, it looks like a more fibrous one in the same colour but I might be wrong.

@ChaseTheSummit

4 ай бұрын

It's from the brand AnCool on Amazon: geni.us/Gzu4m

My go to as well!!!!! The best all around fitness watch in my opinion.

switched my Tactix D for a 965 with nylon band and live it. Would prefer the new Tactix Amoled perhaps but the size and weight of the FR 965 is just so nice..

Fenix 7x for me, every day all day. Love my flashlight, battery life and titanium rugged frame.

I was in two minds between the 955 and 965, I'm a ultra runner with small wrists, needed nav and a battery life for 100 miles (at cut off pace) in the end I went for the 955 as it was a chunk cheaper and did everything (or what I needed) as the 965, but with better battery life. as I'm more concerned about outdoor in use battery life the transflective screen makes it much more energy efficient, as it never needs the back light to turn on to use it (at night it just reflects my head torch).

I have a 955, however I really love the 965, I would like to buy it, but because I have 955, I'm going to wait for a new version. Thanks Dave, great video!

Moved to the FR965 recently from an Apple Watch Ultra because of battery life and a lot of features for runners. Fully satisfied so far.

@tombagley10

2 ай бұрын

I have an Ultra 2 and thinking of going to the 265!

I own the 965 and I really love it! I have also small wrists like you and I can't wear bigger watches.

Actually just finally picked up the 955. Been running Venu 2 and Coros Pace 3 (2 before) for the past year and I just love a MIPS display outside. Finally had enough with Coros and the discount the 955 is seeing now pushed me that way. AMOLED is nice, but not that nice for me personally.

I'm about to get one after constantly watching reviews and comparing features on the Garmin website for the past week. The F7 Pro Sapphire solar might be better in almost every way, but it is too expensive, a bit bigger and heavier, and then there is the MIP. The big bright screen on the FR 965 is excellent, battery life is surprisingly good, and it does nearly everything else almost as well, costs less, and is smaller and lighter. It's still a huge improvement over my Instinct.

I thought about buying the 965s sister, the 955 (I don't really like AMOLED displays, so I wanted to get the better battery life and save some money). In the end I bought the Fenix 7 sapphire solar because I love the look of the watch. Some features being slightly better than on the 955 is also nice to have. I absolutely love the Fenix 7 so far, and coming from the Vivoactive 4s, there coundn't really have been a bigger upgrade.

After some time with the Fenix 7 base model, I tried out the Instinct 2X Solar, and you could not be more right about the importance of personal preference with form factor!

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

The 2X is a great watch!

Both my wife I own the 965 and love it.

I have the 965, Fenix 7 Pro and Venu 3. So hard to decide which I like using more. I seem to always come back to the 965, but the Venu 3 is really nice. My Fenix is just too bulky/heavy for running in my opinion.

@yenk82

4 ай бұрын

May I ask you why do you have 3 high-level sport watch? All of them are modern and considered very good in their categories

i wore fenix 7x ss for almost 2 years. Really like its features and durability.

What to buy fr 965 or coros pace 3? 🤯

I previously had an Epix. But like the forerunner form factor. Much lighter on the wrist. I had the 955 solar and kept missing that amoled screen. Super stoked when the 965 came out. Like you said in your review, I was concerned about the convex screen. I struck the balance by purchasing a TPU screen protector and TPU case that make the bezel protrude farther out than the screen.

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

Nice! I've had a screen protector on mine for several months. Still worried about scratches!

Maybe I am a bit party pooper, but I knew it before You made this episde. I saw it on your wrist a lot. Great watch, thanks for the video.

Great video! I always watch end of the year reviews of multiple channels and this is what I was missing. Dailey use of the reviewer. 👍

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great video

Awesome video! I went with the fenix 7x pro. I love the screen and battery life, and it was on sale, which is a great deal.

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

F7 Pro is a great one!

@damienphoenix1843

5 ай бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit your review truly helped me decide on which watch to go with. Thanks again!

I am struggling between Garmin forerunner 965 vs. Coros Apex 2 Pro. I have used my Garmin Fenix5s for 6 years and don't want to downgrade to a plastic watch w/o sapphire glass. I did make a purchase of the coros apex 3 pro, will see if I like it or not (sapphire glass, titanium body).

I went with Venu 3 and dudeeeeee, switch from AW S5 to this garmin, lol from barely 1 day to 9 DAYS WITHOUT A CHARGE ❤

I love to get one

I had the 965 for three weeks before sending it back. It is an amazing watch and I would say it is my favourite sport/smartwatch. I only wear my Apple Watch bc of the motorcycle fall detection. Garmin has found their stride anew since their new beta software program and somewhat shared development cycles.

@DimiArt

2 ай бұрын

why did you send it back?

@peterullinger2814

2 ай бұрын

@@DimiArt "I only wear my Apple Watch bc of the motorcycle fall detection."

@DimiArt

2 ай бұрын

@@peterullinger2814 Garmin has emergency detection as well though?

I wear my 965 everyday. Only comes off for charging. Love it, but wish I'd purchased a screen protector as i have 3 big scratches across it now.

Do you still prefer the garmin over the suunto race?

I have 965, I am very satisfied. light, classic shape, sports functions are enough for me. Epic Pro and Fenix ​​seemed too big and heavy for my hand.

Just to let you know,I wear the Garmin Forerunner 965 also,I have small wrists,so this 965 is perfect,I jog with it every day,and the only reason I'd upgrade like you,is if Garmin came out with a 975, Thanks brother

I bought the FR965 as replacement of the fenix 5S plus. I chose it because of the amoled display and it had same main features as my previous watch (maps). Alternatively I could chose the epix 2 but that one was too bulky for me as I have small wrist. The large display on the small formfactor was one of the biggest considerations for buying it. In addition I like the titanium bezel which gives it a more premium look than other Forerunners, allthough less then the fenix/epix models. In case the future S-model of the fenix will have amoled display (which it will probably have as all sportwatches will switch to amoled in the near future) I will consider to switch back again.

@robhunt8378

4 ай бұрын

Are you not aware there is a Epix Pro with 42mm case?

Hi, does anyone know how to lock only the critical keys during activity? On the original Epix there was an option to select whether you wanted to lock all keys or only start/stop actiivity key. Reason Im asking is that I`d like to scroll through the displays but without hazzle to lock/unlock device every time. Especially when cold fingers etc. Thanks!

I bought FR965 and used it for a couple of months. The HR sensor accuracy, compared to Venu2 I wore before was bad. Many times, the HR would go up to 120s or 140s with no reason and stay there, then come back down to reasonable values. I thought it could be an interference with outside light. I tried two or three bands, different tightness, etc. No dice. Because so many metrics derive from HR, it was a bummer. Now I wear Venu3, which fares better and has the vast majority of the features I care about. I miss the buttons the most, by far.

I've been loving my Epix, but the one minor gripe I have is the height of it when wearing shirts and tighter jackets. Do you find the difference in height to be noticable?

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

Very noticeable for me. The 965 feels much lower profile even though it measures similarly. I think it's due to the rounded edges rather than Epix/Fenix sharp edges.

great watch ... only getting about 10-11 days with AOD off, Pulse Ox off and 3 run (12-18 miles a week) + indoor cycle once a week (9.5 miles)

Garmin Instinct 2X solar and Instinct Crossover Solar (tactical) are my favorites. I just can't stand the OLED screens and like you mentioned the metal bodies on the higher watches just screen wear and tear the second you set it down... not cool. My wife has an instinct 2s (I previously owned the Instinct 2 in white) for a while and it looks brand new still... its been through all kinds of non-sense, but it hold up up well aesthetically, the screen is easily readable, and battery life is amazing. My favorite daily wear is the Instinct Crossover Solar (tactical... had the grey version previously). It has the best balance of size, battery, aesthetics for a variety of settings (professional vs casual dress) and readability for my daily uses. The Instinct 2X's battery life and large screen are amazing for running, but it is a bit large and intrusive on my 6.5" wrist. Also, its a very plain looking watch, which may appeal to some folks.

Can't wait for my 965 to arrive! So frustrated with Samsung Galaxy horrible battery life, getting a little over a day after fully charging it. I don't use it for much besides tracking sleep, getting notifications, listening to music without my phone, and setting reminders and tracking my running times. so the 965 should be a really decent upgrade

I bought the 955 Solar last year only to have the 965 come out about a month and a half later (coming from Apple I didn’t know what Garmin’s product lifecycle was) - 965 seems like a great device, but not worth an upgrade from the 955 to me as they get the same updates, the AMOLED display really seems to be the main difference.. I’ll keep the extra battery life!

@deanmorgan-personal6885

4 ай бұрын

Not correct. I had the 955 solar and now have the 965 and the 965 has a FAR better battery life than the 955 solar had. I would say double the life. It's a significant improvement on the 955 solar with battery life and screen

@knutekjc93

4 ай бұрын

@@deanmorgan-personal6885 what sort of battery life are you getting out of the 965?

@jasboehlke

4 ай бұрын

@@deanmorgan-personal6885 How can that possibly be the case, MIPS lasts way longer.

i love it very much..

I’ve been looking at the 965 and the Suunto race and vertical. Can you please do a mapping comparison video on these?

@ChaseTheSummit

4 ай бұрын

It would be an interesting video. Long story short Garmin is miles ahead of the competitors when it comes to mapping. Garmin has labels on every road, trail, point of interest, mountain summit, river, etc... etc... along with offline POI support (you can search for locations), on-demand routing, and the list goes on. Everyone else (suunto included) lacks all of that functionality and basically just has a map layer in the background of the navigation pages. Which is still great and very useful but still not on the same level as Garmin.

@anthonyrampino7734

4 ай бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit thanks I appreciate the feedback. How does the mapping/navagtion differ from the fenix 7 pro and the 965? Is it worth the extra money for the fenix? In this video you touched on that there’s a difference.

I am about to buy my first running watch but waiting for Garmin to release Forerunner 975 with Elevate Gen 5 HR sensor.

I chose the Garmin Forerunner 265 over the 965 for their price difference. Just enough for me and my very first Garmin watch 😁

I like the 965 however I was having issues with lag time and updating maps. Really strange. Maybe I got a dud.

Does the Polar H10 chest strap auto sync to it or is there a tedious process where I have to go into settings to pair it every single time I prefer chest strap HR?

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

It’s pretty easy. It’s a 1 time set up and just works after that.

Hi to all people, any rotation running shoes suggestion for a 54 old man, with flat foot, 80kg weigth and mild over pronation? thanks!

Ok I’m back. My ultra is on the night table and I have a 965 on my wrist. It doesn’t set off an alarm during HSWs or gymnastics stuff. I can see it all times without having to hit the screen mid workout. I love it. Except it keeps telling me to go to bed…

I dumped my iwatch ultra for this!!! I don't regret it, the 965 is great

Have you tried wearing the 42mm epix?

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

I've tried the 42mm form factor. It's nice, but the screen feels a bit small compared to the 1.4" on the 965.

I owned the 965 but sold it and bought the titanium Epix with sapphire glass. I have to agree with you because, even though it's not as premium, it felt better somehow. When I first picked up the 965, I didn't like the curved screen, the fact that it was not sapphire, and the plastic back felt cheap for the price. I really liked the UI and everything else, and I thought I wanted a more premium watch. But now, I kinda regret it. Don't get me wrong, the Epix is an amazing watch, but somehow the 965 feels good, light, and the user experience is better.

i am trying to make my mind up between the coros apex 2 and the forerunner 965 for ultra marathons. which one is the better pick?

@ChaseTheSummit

4 ай бұрын

Depends if you want MIP display or AMOLED. The Garmin objectively has more useful day to day wellness tools while the COROS is more utilitarian and has less options which could be a good or bad thing. Both have great battery life but the COROS will last longer in daily smartwatch situations.

I bought the 955 over the 965. As much as I like the 965 display, I couldn’t get over wearing an amoled display Watch. Too much of a phone on your wrist. Love the MIP display in the sun and it’s not overkill indoors.

Any specific recommendations for a screen protector? That's the biggest hurdle for me in deciding to purchase this watch

@ChaseTheSummit

4 ай бұрын

I used this one: geni.us/hSFjY

still thorn between Epix Pro and 965 btw, what ring are you wearing?

@ChaseTheSummit

5 ай бұрын

Oura Ring Horizon in this video but I alternate between a few for an upcoming video!

I love my 955 solar. At this price point it’s best fitness watch for me.