Coros Pace 3 vs Garmin Forerunner 265

Coros Pace 3
Garmin Forerunner 265

Verdict: Garmin Forerunner 265 wins overall with richer analytics and AMOLED screen, beating the Coros Pace 3 on features by 3 points. The Pace 3 counters with superior battery life of 38 hours GPS versus 20 hours and lighter weight per manufacturer specs. Choose based on whether battery or data depth matters more.

Winner: Garmin Forerunner 265

Coros Pace 3: 7.5/10

Garmin Forerunner 265: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Coros Pace 3Garmin Forerunner 265
Display1.2-inch MIP, 240x2401.3-inch AMOLED, 416x416
Battery LifeUp to 38 hours GPSUp to 20 hours GPS
Weight27g (nylon band)39g
GPSDual-frequencyMulti-band

Coros Pace 3

What works

  • 38-hour GPS battery (per Coros)
  • Lightweight 27g design
  • Dual-frequency GPS accuracy

What doesn't

  • Basic training metrics vs competitors
  • Smaller app ecosystem

Garmin Forerunner 265

What works

  • Vivid AMOLED display
  • Advanced training readiness metrics
  • Extensive Garmin Connect ecosystem

What doesn't

  • Shorter 20-hour GPS battery
  • Heavier 39g build

Bottom line

Our pick: Garmin Forerunner 265.

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