Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Apple GPS 46: which one suits you?

The two differ in 3 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Forerunner 265 is cheaper by SAR 377 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 377
  • Charge less often through the week (15 days vs 0.8 days)
  • Lower weight: 39 g vs 46 g
  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.

The deciding difference here: battery life and weight and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Case size

    46 mm36 mm
  • Battery life

    ✓ 15 days0.8 days
  • Weight

    ✓ 39 g46 g

Specifications side by side

14 of 14 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 specs
AppleSAR 1,929
Apple GPS 46 specs
Reference priceSAR 1,552SAR 1,929
Battery life✓ 15 days0.8 days
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)Yes—
Bluetooth calls—Yes
Built-in GPSYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Apple GPS 46?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 15 days vs 0.8 days on the Apple GPS 46. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Apple GPS 46?

No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.

What is the difference in case size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Apple GPS 46?

Garmin Forerunner 265: 46 mm; Apple GPS 46: 36 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.

What is the difference in blood oxygen (SpO2) between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Apple GPS 46?

No difference here: blood oxygen (SpO2) is Yes on both.