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April 2016
(80%)
50 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(90%)
966 Reviews
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The editors liked
Oodles of features
Fantastically comprehensive app
Highly customisable display
Looks great
Superb activity tracking
Well rounded running stats
The Garmin Forerunner 235 has accurate GPS for tracking runs and a 24/7 wrist-based heart-rate monitor. It can track all-day activities like steps and sleep
And can display notifications from iPhone and Android devices. It's water-resistant and can be wo
Resting heart rate insights
Sharp looks
Lightweight design
Good value
The editors didn't like
Iffy mid-run accuracy
Optical HR tech not accurate enough
Garmin Connect app confusing
Missing fun training modes
Heart rate accuracy drops off during interval training
There are occasional connection and syncing problems and Garmin's Connect app can be confusing to navigate
Despite the flaws of the Garmin Connect app, the Forerunner 235 is one of the better GPS running watches on the market. Its relatively subtle black model can pass for daywear, and the accuracy and reliability of GPS tracing are second to none.But if you w...
Resting heart rate insights, Sharp looks, lightweight design, Good value
Intermittent syncing issues, A bit plastic, Sleep tracking needs work
The Garmin Forerunner 235 still manages to stand out, despite its age. A lower price helps, but the depth and breadth of its tracking skills and training insights ensure it can still compete with newer running watches...
The Garmin Forerunner 235 has accurate GPS for tracking runs and a 24/7 wrist-based heart-rate monitor. It can track all-day activities like steps and sleep, and can display notifications from iPhone and Android devices. It's water-resistant and can be wo
Heart rate accuracy drops off during interval training, there are occasional connection and syncing problems and Garmin's Connect app can be confusing to navigate
The Garmin Forerunner 235 offers the best value for serious and casual runners looking for an all-in-one running watch and fitness tracker...
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Published: 2016-01-22, Author: James , review by: wareable.com
Looks great, Superb activity tracking, Well rounded running stats
Optical HR tech not accurate enough, Garmin Connect app confusing, Missing fun training modes
The Garmin Forerunner 235 is a solid running watch that blends top sports metrics with excellent daily activity tracking and a lovely design. It's disappointing that the accuracy of the built-in HR monitor isn't good enough for proper high intensity worko...
Published: 2020-09-14, Author: Edgar , review by: gadgetreview.com
Battery life, Water resistance
No custom bands,
This watch is a great deal because of the variety of features included at a good price. Every fitness journey done alongside the Garmin Forerunner 235 will benefit from having a high resolution display, weather, smart notifications, auto-goals, and widget...
Published: 2016-05-17, Author: Mike , review by: tomsguide.com
Accurate GPS, heart-rate monitor, Very thin and light, Easy to read in sunlight, Customizable interface
App could be better organized, No built-in storage for music
Moderate to active runners will love what the Forerunner 235 has to offer. It's thin, light and easy to use; accurately tracks your location and heart rate while you're running; and lets you customize its display. The only feature it lacks that I wish it...
The Garmin Forerunner 235 has accurate GPS for tracking runs and a 24/7 wrist-based heart-rate monitor. It can track all-day activities like steps and sleep, and can display notifications from iPhone and Android devices. It's water-resistant and can be wo
Heart rate accuracy drops off during interval training, there are occasional connection and syncing problems and Garmin's Connect app can be confusing to navigate
The Garmin Forerunner 235 offers the best value for serious and casual runners looking for an all-in-one running watch and fitness tracker...
Published: 2015-11-25, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
Overall I think the FR230 & FR235 may be the best bang for your buck running-specific watches that Garmin has released to date – even if there are still some minor kinks to work out on the optical HR pieces. If you look at the FR230 for example, it's taki...
The Garmin Forerunner 235 has accurate GPS for tracking runs and a 24/7 wristbased heartrate monitor. It can track allday activities like steps and sleep, and can display notifications from iPhone and Android devices. It's waterresistant and can be worn i
Heart rate accuracy drops off during interval training, there are occasional connection and syncing problems and Garmin's Connect app can be confusing to navigate
The Garmin Forerunner 235 offers the best value for serious and casual runners looking for an all-in-one running watch and fitness tracker...
