This model is no longer sold new. It has been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 970 â
No longer sold new â clearance and second-hand prices are at their lowest. If you still want this model, now is the best time to buy. The current replacement is the Garmin Forerunner 970 â
Competitive runners, triathletes, and ultramarathon runners who want full maps, running dynamics, and premium build.
Key strengths
Turn-by-turn navigation on full TopoActive maps â essential for trail running and mountain racing.
Cadence, stride length, vertical oscillation, ground contact time, and running power.
Enough for week-long trail ultras without a charge.
The Garmin Forerunner 965, released March 2023, was Garmin's top-tier running watch â full color topographic maps, running dynamics, 23-day battery, and AMOLED display. It has been replaced by the Forerunner 970 (May 2025).
Yes â the FR965 was replaced by the Forerunner 970 in May 2025. The FR970 adds ECG, a built-in LED flashlight, sapphire crystal lens, and titanium DLC case at $749.
The Garmin Forerunner 970 (May 2025) is the direct successor. It adds ECG, LED flashlight, sapphire lens, titanium case, and Garmin Triathlon Coach over the FR965.
Only at a significant clearance discount. The Forerunner 970 is the current model at $749 â if you find the FR965 below $300, it remains an excellent running watch with full maps and running dynamics.