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Garmin Forerunner 405CX review

  • Price Paid:$200.00
  • User rating:
    (4.6)
  • Would buy again from this company: Yes
  • Used product for: 7 months
  • # of logged workouts:

"This is a great GPS device. If it could be used swimming, it might be even better. But, it only takes a few seconds to put this on after the swim, so it is not that bad. I love it, and would recommend this to everyone."Marblehed

(5)

Ease of installation

Easy to install. Just plug in the ANT into USB and you are ready to go.

(4)

Ease of use

Pretty easy to use. I watched a few videos on youtube to get a better idea of the touch bezel.

(5)

Quality of Construction

I've dropped my watch a few times with no issues.

(4)

Fit

The plastic band that comes with it is okay. I have yet to try the elastic/velcro band.

(4)

Comfort

The plastic band isn't always the most comfortable when riding the bike.

(5)

Adjustability

Very easy to adjust to wrist.

(5)

Durability

I sweat a lot. I have had no issues with the watch, even after dropping.

(5)

Value

It is worth the money. At first, I thought it was too much money to just check my distance. But after I started using it, I wouldn't run or bike without it.

(4)

Appearance

Not a big fan of the blue watch. I wish it would have been in black as an option. Plus the elastic band is black. If they want it to match the watch, it should have been blue.

(5)

Performance

After 7 months of use, it has done all it should. It has helped me on several races to show me that my pace is slowing, or that I am nearing the end and it is time to kick it.

Strengths

Great for showing pace and distance. Plus, I love how I can look at the maps online and see the elevation and compare all of my stats.

Weakness

Sometimes it takes a few minutes to lock onto the GPS signal. It can be a bit of a hastle to try and switch from bike to run sport mode in a race. I end up just setting my screens to include both, so whether in either mode, I can switch screens and see what I need.

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Buyers clubForerunner 405CX
  • 22 people use
  • 593 workouts logged
  • 10188.5 miles / 972.8 hours logged