Name: Forerunner 35
Brand: Garmin
SKU: 78035
Rating: 4.1 (50 reviews)

3.9

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.4 / 5

All three modes are simple to set up on the watch
s nicely responsive
and works well on a run

There s not much in the way of smartwatch features
it will be posted on the site
Only works well for running and is not compatible with other sports

Screen resolution: 128, 128 px
Touchscreen: no
Colour screen: no
Gender: Men's, Women's
Heart rate monitor: Built-in
Bluetooth: yes
Gps: yes

Garmin Forerunner 35 - Pros & Cons

All three modes are simple to set up on the watch
s nicely responsive
and works well on a run
Forerunner 35 makes an equally good impression when it comes to outdoor use
Garmin Forerunner 35 offers a great variety of training options
easy to use
very comfortable to wear
Both stylish and easy to use
fit well and was comfortable
The buttons on the sides are comfortable to press and easy to use
is durable and similar to the band of other Garmin watches
high-resolution display that works well indoors and outdoors
both durable and flexible
makes it very easy to track both everyday activity and sports
The battery life for the watch has been great for me
The activity tracker and smart watch features work well and are beneficial additions
a GPS signal is quick and effective
Provides the ability to easily pace yourself on a training run
Comfortable to wear for all-day use
Compatible to control the music playback on your phone
Lightweight and easy to use for added efficiency
is packed with a simple text display that you navigate through
maintained a steady pace throughout my run
accurate distance and pace tracking
Forerunner 35 is a small and comfortable watch
Comfort score View more details
Forerunner 35 offers a nice array of features
Forerunner 35 has basics and a few nice luxury features
normal usage battery life is fairly impressive
Syncing to Garmin Connect app is easy
intuitive and easy
stylish
works well
and has good battery life
Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist offer free 2-day shipping
Light and easy with great heart monitor
Quality materials
design
fit and features
Works really well and looks good
The set up is very easy and straightforward
great sports running watch for the price
The information it collects is very detailed
Attractive
intelligent
efficient
interesting
Forerunner 35 is an excellent choice for the price
offers the best balance of comfort and functionality you'll
it s a pretty darned good looking watch to wear for casual everyday style
sleek style and simple interface
battery life is a commendable 13 hours
Smart notifications are comprehensive and battery life is
The heart rate meter is also surprisingly good
it has an interval function which can be customized further
features were great and ease of use
the 35 supports charging on the go
garmin 35 is very good and the values were the same of the scosche
how it works and its price point
reliable
well-made piece of gear
optical HR was pretty good

There s not much in the way of smartwatch features
it will be posted on the site
Only works well for running and is not compatible with other sports
Does not contain newer features like on other more-modern watches
The blocky design is not as aesthetic or stylish as other watches
The sleep tracker is not as accurate as some of the competition
You can only set one interval time for your workout
garmin watches do not offer touch screen capabilities
Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue
currently only works with Apple Music
exaggerated movements while working out to check the screen
filling the gaps with distance and speed data
35's heart rate monitor a bit slow
as customizable as Garmin's more expensive devices
only to select an item by mistake
it lacks a proper swim-tracking feature
scrolling through long menus was tedious
battery life is dependent on use
It has holes for adjustability and has a bit of a stretch
the feature can be turned off
No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers
Cardio activity doesn't connect with GPS
it is only compatible with GPS satellites
buttons are a bit more difficult to use during activities
stagnant too long and need to stretch my legs
accuracy isn't as good as a chest strap
Forerunner 35 is fairly pricey for a basic GPS watch
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Forerunner 35 has a slightly longer battery life
Blaze lacks GPS
forgets his phone charger and sometimes his headphones
Models without screens convey all information on the accompanying app
Does not contribute to the overall score
No Garmin products support running power today
garmin 35 with optical heart rate
Vivosmart HR+ does not display elevation
it doesn t have a timer function
nothing in Product Review
noisy GPS signal
No access to Connect IQ app store
you only see a few lines at a time
require a chest strap
registers no data for nights with the tracker off
Garmin sells longer charging cables in their accessories section
Digital Watches
Watch Reviews Tags
number Garmin Forerunners available
Forerunner 35 have built-in GPS
Does it have an independent stopwatch
The 25 does NOT have the colour screen
nothing has been missed out with regard to functionality and features

Garmin Forerunner 35 - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Waterproof depth	5 m Best: Timex Ironman Triathlon 30-Lap T5K429 Waterproof depth: 200 m
Weight	37.3 g Best: ART Multimedia SZNART ASZ01 Weight: 10 g

Garmin - Video Reviews (9)

Garmin ForeRunner 35 Review | Best Running Watch

Garmin Forerunner 35 - Full Specifications

Screen resolution	128 x 128 px
Touchscreen	no
Colour screen	no

Colour of product	Black Black,Blue Black,Green Black,White
Protection features	Water resistant
Waterproof depth	5

Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth version	2.1
GLONASS	no
GPS	yes

Gender	Men's Women's
Width	1.4 in
Depth	1.6 in
Weight	1.32 oz
Thickness	0.52 in

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

Battery type	Built-in
Battery life (running)	13.0 h
Battery life (standby mode)	9.0 day

Garmin Forerunner 35 - Q&A (33)

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Productz
over 1 year ago
Can The Garmin Forerunner 35 answer calls?
rico_rolfson
over 1 year ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 has the ability to display incoming phone calls and text messages, so you can stay connected during your workout.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 still good?
philomena.armstrong
over 1 year ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is an excellent basic running watch, with all the features you really need for the sport.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Can I take my Garmin Forerunner 35 in the sea?
petra
over 1 year ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is water resistant to 50 meters, which means it can be worn to track swims in the ocean, lake, pool or river.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Can I check text messages on The Garmin Forerunner 35?
doug
over 1 year ago
he Garmin Forerunner 35 has the ability to display incoming phone calls and text messages. This feature makes it easy for you to stay up-to-date on all that’s happening in your life.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Can I answer calls on The Garmin Forerunner 35?
devorah
over 1 year ago
Unfortunately, you cannot answer calls using the Garmin Forerunner 35 watch.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
How do I set up my Garmin Forerunner 35?
ervin
over 1 year ago
To set up your Garmin Forerunner 35, Install and open the Garmin Connect Mobile app. Follow the on-screen instructions to create an account using your email address, and connect the Forerunner device to your account
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sharie
over 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 touch screen?
loyce.mclaughlin
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 watch doesn't have a touchscreen display, but it does feature a watch design that's both stylish and enjoyable to use.
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dwight
over 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 compatible with Strava?
edgardo
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 watches are built to play nicely with Strava, so you can easily upload activities and track your progress. You also get a handy wrist-based heart rate monitor.
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tina
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 worth it?
forrest
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is an excellent watch, with all the features you really need. The watch itself is lightweight, attractive and easy to use.
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norbert
over 2 years ago
Is Garmin Forerunner 35 good for cycling?
petra
about 2 years ago
With built-in cycling activity profiles, the Garmin Forerunner 35 will track your performance and give you data to help you improve your riding technique.
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kennith
about 2 years ago
Can I wear my Garmin Forerunner 35 in the pool?
chelsey
about 2 years ago
You're absolutely right, you can wear your Garmin Forerunner 35 on a pool. This is a swimming friendly watch that's waterproof up to 50 meters
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terese
over 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 35 track sleep?
hassan.witting
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 tracks your sleep automatically.
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kerry_schuppe
about 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 35 have Stopwatch?
jacquelyne_gusikowski
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 does not have a stopwatch or countdown timer.
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dane
about 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 35 track REM sleep?
kandice.mann
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 does not support REM sleep tracking.
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silas.miller
about 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 35 track elevation?
shea.conroy
about 2 years ago
No, The Garmin Forerunner 35 doesn't show elevation data.
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euna
over 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 35 have GPS?
troy
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is compatible with GPS satellites, so you don’t need to worry about the watch losing satellite signal in the city or around tall buildings.
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pat_sporer
about 2 years ago
How old is the Garmin Forerunner 35?
mario_weber
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 was a highly tempting proposition when it launched back in 2016. A great price, heart-rate monitor and excellent build quality meant that this was one of our favourite fitness trackers of that year.
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kieth
about 2 years ago
Can you overcharge a Garmin Forerunner 35 watch?
frederick
about 2 years ago
The charging logic in your Garmin Forerunner 35 charger prevents overcharging. The charger is disabled once the battery is at full capacity.
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arlie.labadie
over 2 years ago
Why is my Garmin Forerunner 35 not recording my steps?
angelo
about 2 years ago
There are several reasons why the Garmin Forerunner 35 watch might not show your step count. If Activity Tracking is turned on and the watch is still not counting steps, you may need to update your watch software.
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elia
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 a smartwatch?
zina
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is an attractive smartwatch that makes it easier for you to stay on top of your fitness goals.
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frederic_huel
over 2 years ago
Does The Garmin Forerunner 35 have an alarm?
raphael
about 2 years ago
You can set each alarm to sound once or to repeat regularly on Garmin Forerunner 35. Setting alarms is easy.
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trinidad
about 2 years ago
How do I check my Garmin Forerunner 35 battery health?
sherill
about 2 years ago
Press and hold the MENU button for 5 seconds after switching on your Garmin Forerunner 35. The state of battery charge will be shown at the top of the first screen to display how much power is left.
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kandice.mann
about 2 years ago
Why is my Garmin Forerunner 35 watch not holding charge?
elidia_paucek
about 2 years ago
If your Garmin Forerunner 35 is not charging or is quickly losing power, try cleaning the charging contacts on the back of the device and on the charging equipment with rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab. This can resolve minor damage caused during use and prevent it from affecting future charging.
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billi_torphy
over 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 waterproof?
luke
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is waterproof up to 50 meters, so you can swim with it
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devorah
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 accurate?
teofila
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is not completely accurate. The GPS signal may take up a couple of seconds to catch, then the distance measurement will be a little off.
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zachery
over 2 years ago
What can a Garmin Forerunner 35 do?
faustino
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 is slim, lightweight and built to run. It features built-in Garmin Elevate wrist-based heart rate as well as GPS and smart notifications so you can leave your phone behind on runs and training sessions.
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jarrett.blick
about 2 years ago
Is The Garmin Forerunner 35 discontinued?
dario.yost
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 has been discontinued. However, this is not the end! There are many other Garmin watches to choose from.
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nathanael.schroeder
about 2 years ago
Does the Garmin Forerunner 35 track steps?
dexter.nicolas
about 2 years ago
Yes, The activity tracking feature of Garmin Forerunner 35 records your daily step count, distance traveled, calories burned and overall activity.
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alden
about 2 years ago
Is Garmin 45 better than The Garmin Forerunner 35?
hong
about 2 years ago
The Forerunner 45 is souped-up version of the Garmin Forerunner 35. It has everything you love about the 35 but with extra features like a heart rate sensor and integration for Garmin Pay.
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kandice.mann
about 2 years ago
Does the Garmin Forerunner 35 play music?
jovita_wehner
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 smartwatch features a widget that allows you to control the music being played on your paired smartphone while connected to the Garmin Connect app.
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florance
over 2 years ago
Can Garmin Forerunner 35 battery be replaced?
buck.ondricka
about 2 years ago
The Garmin Forerunner 35 watches use a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that is not user-replaceable.
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winifred.heidenreich
about 2 years ago
How do I save battery on my Garmin Forerunner 35?
lyman.batz
about 2 years ago
Turn off smart notifications. Turn off the Bluetooth. And turn off activity tracking on the Garmin Forerunner 35 to save battery.
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oswaldo
over 2 years ago
Can I charge my Garmin Forerunner 35 with a wall charger?
delfina.leffler
about 2 years ago
You can charge the Garmin Forerunner 35 by plugging it into an USB cable into a computer or wall outlet with an accompanying Garmin designated AC adapter.
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3.2

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