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Garmin Forerunner 165
8.5
Runners and cyclists wanting accurate GPS and training metrics without premium prices
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Score Comparison
Criteria
Garmin Forerunner 165
Oura Ring 4
Overall Score
8.5
8.5
Health Insights & AI
8.5
9.0
Sleep Tracking
8.0
9.8
Battery Life
8.8
8.0
Value for Money
8.5
7.0
Design & Comfort
8.2
9.5
Activity Tracking
9.0
7.5
App & Ecosystem
8.0
8.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Garmin Forerunner 165
Oura Ring 4
Price
$250
$350/mo
Released
20-Feb-24
23-Oct-24
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Garmin Forerunner 165
Runners and cyclists wanting accurate GPS and training metrics without premium prices
The Forerunner 165 brings Garmin's renowned GPS accuracy and training features to a more accessible price point with a stunning AMOLED screen.
Strengths
- Excellent GPS accuracy
- Beautiful AMOLED display
- Body Battery and Training Readiness
- Garmin Coach adaptive plans
Limitations
- Limited advanced analytics vs higher models
- No music storage
- Plastic case feels less premium
When to Choose Oura Ring 4
Users prioritizing sleep optimization and passive health monitoring
Oura Ring 4 excels at what it does best: unobtrusive, highly accurate sleep and recovery tracking for those who want health data without a wrist device.
Strengths
- Best-in-class sleep tracking accuracy
- Discreet ring form factor
- Comfortable for 24/7 wear including sleep
- Excellent temperature trend tracking
Limitations
- Limited workout tracking capabilities
- Optional membership ($6/mo) for full features
- Must remove for heavy lifting/gripping
