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Garmin Forerunner 265 — 2023 · Fitness + health
Garmin

Garmin Forerunner 265

2023 · Fitness + health

86
/ 100
From $449
VS
Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) — Fitness · 2022 · Standard
Wahoo

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)

Fitness · 2022 · Standard

86
/ 100
From $400
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Garmin Forerunner 265 lands at 86 and Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Garmin Forerunner 265 if…

  • ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
  • ✓GPS + heart rate
  • ✓Notification mirroring

Pick Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) if…

  • ✓Extended battery life vs smartwatches
  • ✓Sleep + recovery metrics
  • ✓Activity-specific modes
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Battery

Tie

Compared on the battery sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Fitness

Tie

Compared on the fitness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Health

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)

Compared on the health sub-score

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) leads on health (86 vs 84).

Value for money

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) more score per dollar ($400 vs $449).

Garmin Forerunner 265 86
vs
86 Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)

Score breakdown

Garmin Forerunner 265
86
battery 94
display 88
fitness 86
health 84
durability 86
Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)
86
battery 94
display 74
fitness 86
health 86
durability 84

Specs side-by-side

Garmin Forerunner 265 versus Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) — full spec comparison
Spec Garmin Forerunner 265 Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)
Release year
2023
2022
Type
—
Fitness tracker / ring / bike computer
Variant
—
Standard

Garmin Forerunner 265

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • −Battery life varies dramatically
  • −Companion phone required
  • −Screen-on drains battery

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)

Pros
  • +Extended battery life vs smartwatches
  • +Sleep + recovery metrics
  • +Activity-specific modes
Cons
  • −Notifications limited
  • −No smartwatch app store
  • −Some require subscription

FAQ: Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)

Which is better, Garmin Forerunner 265 or Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Garmin Forerunner 265 worth the price? +

At $449, Garmin Forerunner 265 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Is Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) worth the price? +

At $400, Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Does Garmin Forerunner 265 or Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for health, Garmin Forerunner 265 or Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)? +

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) — leads on health (86 vs 84). Compared on the health sub-score.

Which is the better value, Garmin Forerunner 265 or Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard)? +

Wahoo ELEMNT Roam v2 (Standard) — more score per dollar ($400 vs $449). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.