Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Polar Grit X2 Pro
Garmin Forerunner 265 (20 h GPS, 47 g) vs Polar Grit X2 Pro (43 h GPS, 64 g). Side-by-side spec comparison: battery, weight, maps, multi-band GPS and price. Which GPS watch should you buy?
GarminGarmin Forerunner 265Running watch with AMOLED display, dual-frequency multi-band GPS and onboard music. 20 h in GPS mode (14 h multi-band) and 13 days in smartwatch mode, at 47 g. The perfect balance of accuracy, advanced metrics and price for training and racing from 10K to marathon.
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PolarPolar Grit X2 ProPolar's adventure multisport watch: 1.39" AMOLED display with sapphire, dual-frequency GPS and full-colour offline topo maps. 43 h of battery in training mode and MIL-STD-810H military standard. Top-tier recovery and training metrics for demanding trail and outdoor use.
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| Spec | Garmin Forerunner 265 | Polar Grit X2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 20 h | 43 h |
| Multi-band battery | 14 h | Yes |
| Smartwatch | 13 days | 10 days |
| Weight | 47 g | 64 g |
| Maps | – | ✓ |
| Multi-band | ✓ | ✓ |
| Music | ✓ | – |
| Display | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Price | Mid-range | High-end |
GPS battery = each manufacturer's standard GPS mode; multi-band = dual-frequency (maximum accuracy). On Suunto, Polar Grit and Amazfit T-Rex the GPS figure already corresponds to dual-band mode. Figures verified against the manufacturer.
Verdict
For maximum autonomy on long ultras, Polar Grit X2 Pro lasts longer in GPS mode. If you want the lightest watch on your wrist, go for Garmin Forerunner 265. Only Polar Grit X2 Pro brings onboard topo maps for navigation. On budget, Garmin Forerunner 265 is the more affordable option.