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Garmin Forerunner 165 vs Venu 4: which should you buy?

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Garmin Forerunner 165 costs $300 less to buy today.

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THE PRICE

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Garmin Forerunner 165

$249.99at Garmin
Checked Oct. 20, 2026

Tracking since Oct. 9, 2026

Garmin Venu 4

$549.99at Garmin
Checked Oct. 20, 2026

Tracking since Oct. 10, 2026

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YOUR NEXT STEP

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