Garmin Forerunner 205

Garmin is well-regarded in the sporting community because of its innovative and high quality products. Runners, in particular, tend to greet every product launch with eager anticipation, contemplating whether to purchase a new model to satisfy their needs. This Garmin Forerunner 205 review aims to provide athletes and enthusiasts the information they need to decide.

The Forerunner 205 is a sports watch that has a GPS and other sensors for tracking performance on the go. It can be used to create customized workout routines that may be followed along. Running data can also be retrieved for progress monitoring. It accepts 3 kinds of workouts, namely Quick, Interval, and Advanced. Quick exercises are suitable for beginners as the user simply has to enter the duration or pace and length of the run. Intervals require the same inputs in addition to rest times and number of reps. Advanced workouts allow users to set targets, which is handy for competitive runners who are aiming for specific finish times.

This GPS watch has a USB port which may be used to connect it to a PC. Owners can create a route with bundled training software and export this to the Forerunner 205. It also works in tandem with the Motion-based service.

A Garmin Forerunner review is not complete without some comments about the design. Antenna placement has been improved due to the curvature of the case, allowing optimum signal at all times. The screen is slightly smaller than its predecessor but with an increased resolution, the net result is a sharp display that’s easy to read whether day or night. The watch provides a good fit and an uncomplicated layout.

The Forerunner 205 is highly accurate and dependable. It can track elevation precisely, in addition to the usual time, distance, speed, and pace. It can also map and mark routes without difficulty. Having a sizeable memory lets runners recall information about previous workouts at the push of a button. Overall, it is a brilliant tool for anyone looking to take their performance to another level.

US visitors, please click here for our review of North American version of the Garmin Forerunner 205.

Four out of five stars.	We liked Easy to use. Very accurate. Comfortable to wear.
	We didn't like Display can be hard to read. Prefer cloth straps to rubber (though that's personal choice).