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Garmin Forerunner 305 review

  • Price Paid:$128.00
  • User rating:
    (3.5)
  • Would buy again from this company: Yes
  • Used product for: 3 years
  • # of logged workouts:

"Has been a reliable GPS watch for years, but the battery life has degraded significantly. Overall it has been a great watch."roserc

(4)

Ease of use

There are only a few functions that I use regularly, and they are easy to use. The manual is well written, and I can usually figure out how to use new functions as I need them without major issues.

(0)

Quality of Construction

Well built. Dropped a number of times and survived without damage.

(4)

Comfort

Rather large, but the design makes it comfortable on my wrist.

(5)

Adjustability

I have used it with the quick release kit and the stock wrist band and both are very adjustable. I also like to mount it on the bike.

(2)

Durability

The watch itself has been very durable, but the battery life has decreased significantly over time. I now can't use if for more than a 90 minute workout.

(4)

Value

Even though I will soon need a new watch because the battery life has degraded so significantly, I feel like I have gotten my money's worth over the 3 years I have owned the 305.

(2)

Appearance

Rather large. As time goes on and manufacturers fit more into smaller devices, the appearance of the 305 seems larger and larger.

(0)

Customer Service

Haven't had to call yet, but I may soon for the battery issue.

(0)

Performance

Has worked well, except for the battery issue already mentioned. I have also had problems with multi-sport mode. Overlal thought, the watch has been reliable.

Strengths

Durable
Easy to use
Large display
Comfortable fit
Quick release is effective.

Weakness

Large profile
Battery life degrading over time.

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  • 6887 workouts logged
  • 87596.9 miles / 11179.77 hours logged