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A quick scan of price and fit before the deeper read.
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Waterproof, capable of tracking exercise, durable, and with long battery life.
We compared these products based on features, price, real-world feedback, and your priorities.
A quick scan of price and fit before the deeper read.
The best match for the priorities shown in this comparison.
Better for Runners and fitness trackers wanting multi-day battery and built-in GPS.
Why we recommend it
Garmin Forerunner 165 wins for long battery and exercise tracking; waterproofing is undocumented in catalog.
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS 40mm Smartwatch: USD 199.99; Apple Watch Series 8 [GPS, 41mm] - Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band, M/L (Renewed): USD 157.0; Garmin Forerunner® 165, Running Smartwatch, 43mm, Black: USD 199.89
The trade-off to weigh before you check out.
Who should choose Apple Watch SE 3 GPS 40mm Smartwatch instead? Consider product #1382 if a different priority outweighs the recommended pick's main strength.
Higher isn't always better — it depends on what matters to you.
| Decision factor | Apple Watch SE 3 GPS … | Apple Watch Series 8 … | Garmin Forerunner® 16… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easiest to use | 7/ 10 | 6/ 10 | 8✓/ 10 |
| Core performance | 7/ 10 | 6/ 10 | 9✓/ 10 |
| Lowest maintenance | 5/ 10 | 5/ 10 | 9✓/ 10 |
| Best for small spaces | 8✓/ 10 | 8/ 10 | 7/ 10 |
Garmin Forerunner® 165, Run… is the better fit for runners and fitness trackers wanting multi-day battery and built-in gps..
Match score (/100) is the unweighted average of 4 scored factors (each 0–10, shown as /100). Every factor counts equally (25% of the match score each). Factors without a numeric score for all products are excluded.
Transparent, equal-weight scoring (shown as /100 in the breakdown above).
Match score (/100) is the unweighted average of 4 scored factors (each 0–10, shown as /100). Every factor counts equally (25% of the match score each). Factors without a numeric score for all products are excluded.
| Factor | Weight | Apple Watch SE 3 … | Apple Watch Serie… | Garmin Forerunner… |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easiest to useGarmin review cites easy-to-use running watch; Apple ease isn't documented. | 25% | 7 / 10 → +17.5 Fit | 6 / 10 → +15 Fit | 8 / 10 → +20 Fit |
| Core performanceGarmin documents GPS, heart rate, 11-day battery; Apple lacks battery specs. | 25% | 7 / 10 → +17.5 Fit | 6 / 10 → +15 Fit | 9 / 10 → +22.5 Fit |
| Lowest maintenanceGarmin's 11-day battery reduces charging; Apple battery life undocumented. | 25% | 5 / 10 → +12.5 Fit | 5 / 10 → +12.5 Fit | 9 / 10 → +22.5 Fit |
| Best for small spacesApple lists 40–41mm cases; Garmin is 43mm, slightly larger. | 25% | 8 / 10 → +20 Fit | 8 / 10 → +20 Fit | 7 / 10 → +17.5 Fit |
| Fit total (rounded average) | 68/100 | 63/100 | 83/100 | |
Choose by the moment you expect to use it most.
Best for: Runners and fitness trackers wanting multi-day battery and built-in GPS.
Best for: Shoppers matching the verified specifications and review themes for this exact model.
Best for: Shoppers matching the verified specifications and review themes for this exact model.
Catalog and specification differences with everyday impact
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS 40mm Smartwatch leads with 4.7/5 from our published review.
Apple Watch Series 8 [GPS, 41mm] - Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band, M/L (Renewed): Accelerometer, Activity Tracker, GPS vs Garmin Forerunner® 165, Running Smartwatch, 43mm, Black: Bluetooth, Touchscreen. Compare how this difference affects your daily routine, not just the number. Based on verified specifications and published review data.
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS 40mm Smartwatch: 4.7 vs Apple Watch Series 8 [GPS, 41mm] - Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band, M/L (Renewed): 3.9 vs Garmin Forerunner® 165, Running Smartwatch, 43mm, Black: 4.6. Compare how this difference affects your daily routine, not just the number. Based on verified specifications and published review data.
| Specification | Apple Watch SE 3 … | Apple Watch Serie… | Garmin Forerunner… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fit score | 68/100 | 63/100 | 83/100 |
| Catalog price | $199.99 | $157.00 | $199.89 |
| Additional Features | — | Accelerometer, Activity Tracker, GPS | Bluetooth, Touchscreen |
| Amazon Rating | 4.7 | 3.9 | 4.6 |
| Amazon Sales Rank | — | 27 | — |
| Asin | B0HJ9ZNRKT | B0BQPMSF8D | — |
| Band Color | — | Midnight | — |
| Band Material Type | — | Aluminum | Silicone |
| Battery | up to 24 hours, Fast charging up to 50 hours, Fast charging up to 18 hours, Fast charging | — | — |
| Battery Average Life | — | 18 hours | — |
| Battery Capacity | — | 282 milliamp_hours | 200 milliamp_hours |
| Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer |
| Blood Oxygen App | ✓ ✓ - | — | — |
| Built-In Media | — | Charging Cable | Forerunner 165, power/data cable, documentation |
The inputs behind this comparison.