Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Wahoo Elemnt Rival

Both have (2)

• built-in GPS
• swim tracking

Only Garmin Forerunner 265 (3)

• blood-oxygen (SpO₂)
• on-device music
• AMOLED display

Only Wahoo Elemnt Rival (0)

Nothing unique.

Pick the Garmin Forerunner 265 if…

• You want a lighter watch: 47 g vs 53 g.
• You need blood-oxygen (SpO₂), on-device music and AMOLED display, which the Wahoo Elemnt Rival does not list.
• You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Wahoo Elemnt Rival only works with Android.
• You want the newer model (2023 vs 2020).
• You want a bright AMOLED screen.

Skip it if…

• • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 46 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).

Pick the Wahoo Elemnt Rival if…

• You want to spend less: it lists for $70 less.
• You want fewer charges: about 14 days per charge vs 13 days.
• You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Garmin Forerunner 265 only works with Android.
• You want a display that stays readable in direct sun and sips power.

Skip it if…

• • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 46 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
• • You want a bright, vivid AMOLED screen — this one uses a lower-power display.