Name: Forerunner 645
Brand: Garmin
SKU: 130827
Rating: 4.0 (53 reviews)

3.9

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

3.8 / 5

long-awaited and much-appreciated upgrade
lighter
sleeker

lack of music was becoming a hindrance
iHeartRadio is the only one that allows offline song storage on the watch
rarely separated from my phone while doing so

Screen resolution: 240, 240 px
Touchscreen: no
Colour screen: yes
Gender: Men's, Women's
Heart rate monitor: Built-in
Bluetooth: yes
Gps: yes

Garmin Forerunner 645 - Pros & Cons

long-awaited and much-appreciated upgrade
lighter
sleeker
and more stylish in
hiking is actually very good exercise
it was perfect for runners
new ways of thinking
new connections
and new industries
The screen is very easy to read in direct sunlight
Forerunner 645 delivered superlative performance in testing
Forerunner delivers solid phone-free performance for outdoor activities
Heart-rate accuracy was pretty good
Battery life is excellent
The watch is incredibly lightweight and comfortable
Forerunner 645 Music is a great daily activity tracker
Forerunner 645 Music has a fairly simple design
altimeter is very accurate and it works 100% of the time
Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist offer free 2-day shipping
excellent and detailed
charging is fairly comfortable and definitely do-able
it s pretty darn consistent
looks much better and the battery lasts much longer
reviews very easy to understand and really useful
It s always a good starting point
Ã¢ÂÂfunky is awesome - and works incredibly well
It works well across both normal daily routines as well as things like sleep
Comfort score View more details
advanced multi-sport tracking features and recovery data
a mobile phone to deliver loads of other features and is fully customizable
looks and finishes better for everyday use
The screen for the clock is also customizable
nice
bright backlight that can easily be used at night
low-profile watch stacked with excellent features
It also integrates easily with Strava and other fitness ecosystems
light
easy to use
and has a plethora of features
accurate run tracking
heart rate monitoring and app integration
loading music and podcasts onto the watch is straightforward enough
The dial has amazing readability even under full sunlight
best performance and aim for the next best
long battery life makes it a reliable partner to run with
Forerunner 645 Music displays a reliable five-button interface

lack of music was becoming a hindrance
iHeartRadio is the only one that allows offline song storage on the watch
rarely separated from my phone while doing so
back buttons on the opposite side
there are no native podcast apps for the Apple Watch or for Android Wear devices
Garmin Connect app was still being finalized
You can only see this feature on the connected app
Garmin s devices get mine thumping
doesn t have a touchscreen
prone to accidentally swiping or tapping a touchscreen
can't record heart rate and the sleep data might be inaccurate
Forerunner 645 Music isn t a sleep watch
it sometimes confused tossing and turning with light sleep
The learning curve is fairly steep
text looks a little jagged
More Steep learning curve
able to figure out how to broadcast my heart-rate signal
There is no power meter support
half it struggled to maintain a connection to my headphones for five minutes
breadcrumb trail and a little arrow
Garmin Connect than with other Garmin trackers
Forerunner 645 Music struggles a little with the lower mids and bass
the audio is tinny
the lower mids to be lacking
stutter and jumping on some tracks
on Spotify being available on their store
lacks the hardware required to have music
Does not contribute to the overall score
Models without screens convey all information on the accompanying app
optical HR is totally off when using sticks
only about as large as the Apple Watch
the reality proved slightly more disappointing than the hype
The temperature widget is useless
lack of a low battery notification or alert
colors are a little muted
being able to easily change your tracks while running
shoddy material or manufacturing of Garmin
lack of entertainment
mostly daily wear and a lot of sweaty runs
it does not reach the level of applications such as
slight one-touch or two-touch peaks in the graphs
the GPS is very bad
turns in the tree zone
Spotify is not available
Battery Life Battery life is
Amber King Music downloads are a bit clunky
Bluetooth connectivity was lost a few times
No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers
it will be posted on the site

Garmin Forerunner 645 - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Waterproof depth	5 m Best: Timex Ironman Triathlon 30-Lap T5K429 Waterproof depth: 200 m
Weight	41.8 g Best: ART Multimedia SZNART ASZ01 Weight: 10 g

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Garmin Forerunner 645 - Full Specifications

Screen resolution	240 x 240 px
Touchscreen	no
Colour screen	yes

Colour of product	Beige Black,Stainless steel Grey Purple
Band material	Silicone
Protection features	Water resistant
Waterproof depth	5

Bluetooth	yes
GLONASS	yes
GPS	yes

Gender	Men's Women's
Width	1.67 in
Depth	1.67 in
Weight	1.47 oz
Thickness	0.53 in

Heart Rate Monitor	Built-in
Distance meter	yes
Calorie counter	yes
ANT+	yes
Alarm	yes
Altimeter	yes
Barometer	yes
Compass	yes
Date display	yes
Display light	yes
Pedometer	yes
Sleep reading	yes
Speedometer	yes
Stopwatch	yes
Temperature sensor	yes
Timer	yes
Vibration alarm	yes

Battery type	Built-in
Battery life (running)	168.0 h
Battery life (standby mode)	7.0 day

Garmin Forerunner 645 - Q&A (20)

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Productz
over 1 year ago
Can you wear Garmin Forerunner 645 in shower?
pamala_daniel
over 1 year ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 is water resistant up to 5ATM, meaning that you can even take it for a shower.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
How do I setup my Garmin Forerunner 645?
sharie
over 1 year ago
To set up you need to install the Garmin Forerunner 645 Connect App from the phone's app store.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Can I make a call from a Garmin Forerunner 645?
milford
over 1 year ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 doesn't have a speaker or microphone, so you can't make phone calls with it.
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elidia_wisoky
over 2 years ago
Can you use Spotify on The Garmin Forerunner 645?
rivka
about 2 years ago
When your Garmin Forerunner 645 watch connects to Wi-Fi, it will sync with Spotify allowing you to select your saved playlists to download.
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andera
about 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 645 support golf?
rueben_parker
about 2 years ago
There is no Golf activity profile included in the Garmin Forerunner 645.
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nicky
about 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 645 have maps?
adelina.parisian
about 2 years ago
No, The Garmin Forerunner 645 does not have a built-in map display.
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thomas
about 2 years ago
Does Garmin Forerunner 645 have pulse oximeter?
beau.beer
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 doesn't have Pulse Ox. It measures how your body absorbs oxygen and is important for athletes training with intensity in hypoxic (low oxygen environment) conditions or athletes training at altitude.
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mila_schamberger
over 2 years ago
Is the Garmin Forerunner 645 worth it?
alla.legros
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 is one of the best trackers for outdoor training. It is capable of tracking heart rate, distance and pace, but also features advanced running dynamics.
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silas.moore
about 2 years ago
Can Garmin Forerunner 645 go in salt water?
sammy_stehr
about 2 years ago
Yes, you can. Just clean the Garmin Forerunner 645 watch after with fresh water.
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frederick
about 2 years ago
Why is my Garmin Forerunner 645 elevation gain wrong?
shirley.wilkinson
about 2 years ago
Your Garmin Forerunner 645 has a clogged port leading to the sensor, resulting in incorrect readings.
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rosanna_blanda
about 2 years ago
Is the Garmin Forerunner 645 good for Scuba diving?
kraig
about 2 years ago
Garmin Forerunner 645 is not an underwater device. It is intended for surface swimming only. Scuba diving with the device may damage it.
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gertude_hegmann
over 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 645 have multisport?
versie.kutch
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 is not a multisport device, and it does not provide the capability of tracking multiple sport types in one activity.
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maximo
about 2 years ago
Can I wear my Garmin Forerunner 645 at swimming?
lindsey_hayes
about 2 years ago
Garmin Forerunner 645 comes with water resistance rating of 5 ATM (50 meters). you can usage it while surface swimming without resulting in damage.
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damien.barrows
over 2 years ago
How do I play music on my Garmin Forerunner 645?
quentin
about 2 years ago
Open the music controls by holding DOWN from any screen. Connect your headphones with Bluetooth.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
What can the Garmin Forerunner 645 do?
angeline
over 1 year ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 comes with excellent features for fitness tracking (heart rate, sleep tracking), activity tracking, temperature, touchless payment, and compass.
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ed
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 645 waterproof?
adolph.marks
about 2 years ago
Yes, Garmin Forerunner 645 watch is rated to 5 ATM (50 metres) to be safe for swimming.
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jacqueline
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 645 compatible with iPhone?
destiny_kuhn
about 2 years ago
Garmin Forerunner 645 is compatible with of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
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van.predovic
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 645 have touchscreen?
kenton
about 2 years ago
There's no touchscreen. Instead, the Garmin Forerunner 645 is controlled by five buttons.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Which is better Garmin Forerunner 645 or 245?
elidia_paucek
over 1 year ago
If you're a trail runner, hiker, or biker who wants accurate elevation stats and mapping capabilities, the Garmin Forerunner 645 is a better choice than the Forerunner 245.
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terry_schmeler
about 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 645 track sleep?
teofila
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 645 detects your sleep automatically and monitors your movement during your normal sleep hours.
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Garmin Forerunner 645 Garmin - Editorial Reviews (10)

3.8

Based on 10 reviews

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Published: 06.03.2018

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music GPS Running Watch In-Depth Review

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Garmin Forerunner 645 Garmin Forerunner 645 Music Review

PCMAG

Published: 26.04.2018

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music Review

4.0

The Garmin Forerunner 645 Music is an excellent standalone fitness tracker for outdoor exercise enthusiasts looking for a wealth of metrics.

TechRadar

Published: 27.11.2018

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review

3.0

Is this the final missing piece of the running watch puzzle?

Garmin Forerunner 645 Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review | Stuff

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Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review | Stuff

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Garmin Forerunner 645 Garmin Forerunner 645 Review: Paying a Premium for Music

Tom's Guide

Published: 13.04.2018

Garmin Forerunner 645 Review: Paying a Premium for Music

4.0

Garmin’s running-focused device just got a whole lot more versatile, with support for onboard music storage.

Wareable

Published: 16.03.2018

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review

4.0

Our in-depth review of the Garmin Forerunner 645 Music - including new features, sports tracking, music playback and how it compares for the price

Garmin Forerunner 645 Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review: The high price of tunes on a runner’s tool

Ars Technica

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music review: The high price of tunes on a runner’s tool

At $449, this wearable offers a lot, but runners will get the most from it.

Best GPS Tech

Published: 30.03.2018

Garmin Forerunner 645 Music Review

The new Garmin Forerunner 645 Music has helped me improve my performance and motivation as when I pound the pavements, I like to listen to some tunes in order to empty my headspace, keep pace and push myself further. Find out more in this running watch review with pros/cons and links to the best prices.