Garmin Forerunner 965 vs Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS): which one suits you?

The two differ in 3 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS) is cheaper by SAR 262 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Charge less often through the week (23 days vs 1 days)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 262

The deciding difference here: battery life and price.

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

Key differences

  • Case size

    47.2 mm46 mm
  • Display type

    AMOLEDOLED
  • Battery life

    ✓ 23 days1 days

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,931
Garmin Forerunner 965 specs
AppleSAR 1,669
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS) specs
Reference priceSAR 1,931SAR 1,669
Battery life✓ 23 days1 days
Bluetooth calls—Yes
Phone compatibilityAndroid—
Built-in GPSYesYes
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)NoNo

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS)?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 965: 23 days vs 1 days on the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS). If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS)?

No difference here: cellular (LTE/eSIM) is No on both.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS)?

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

What is the difference in case size between the Garmin Forerunner 965 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS)?

Garmin Forerunner 965: 47.2 mm; Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS): 46 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.