Apple Watch Series 11 vs Garmin Forerunner 965
Apple Watch Series 11
Apple
8.5
Excellent
Garmin Forerunner 965
Garmin
8.8
Excellent
What Reviewers Agree On
- 24-hour battery is a genuine, meaningful improvement over 18 hours
- Hypertension notifications (FDA-cleared) are a significant health feature
- Best mainstream Apple Watch ever for new buyers or older model upgraders
- Thinner, lighter design continues the Series 10 refinements
Deal Breakers
- Still limited to ~24 hours — no multi-day battery like Garmin
- Requires iPhone (no Android support)
What Reviewers Agree On
- Best running watch available — the gold standard for serious runners
Pros & Cons
Apple Watch Series 11
Pros
- 24-hour battery is a genuine, meaningful improvement over 18 hours
- Hypertension notifications (FDA-cleared) are a significant health feature
- Best mainstream Apple Watch ever for new buyers or older model upgraders
- Thinner, lighter design continues the Series 10 refinements
Cons
- Still limited to ~24 hours — no multi-day battery like Garmin
Detailed Comparison
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