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Garmin Forerunner 735XT

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3 stars
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Pros

  • lightweight
  • simple to use
  • plots were actually pretty darn good

Cons

  • the screen uses a dark background with the time and date illuminated
  • there is no quick release kit for it
  • it does NOT connect to any Bluetooth Smart sensors

Key specs

  • 215, 180 px
  • no
  • yes
  • Men's, Women's
  • Built-in
  • yes
  • yes

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Garmin Forerunner 735XT - Pros & Cons

Garmin Forerunner 735XT

Pros

  • lightweight
  • simple to use
  • plots were actually pretty darn good
  • Satellite maps almost always match perfectly
  • The sets are well labeled
  • instantly
  • and daily activity tracking also works well
  • Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist offer free 2-day shipping
  • stayed reasonably stable
  • am super happy and quite comfortable with it
  • the pace was very quick to respond

Cons

  • the screen uses a dark background with the time and date illuminated
  • there is no quick release kit for it
  • it does NOT connect to any Bluetooth Smart sensors
  • advanced features with a Fitbit Blaze
  • Not comfortable to wear while sleeping
  • have as much detail for athletes as anything in the Forerunner series
  • It lacks an optical heart-rate sensor and is rather bulky
  • also lacks a quick release kit
  • a built-in HRM and no advanced metrics
  • 94There are no facilities for customer collections at this address
  • the browser version of Connect is difficult to de-clutter

Garmin Forerunner 735XT - Technical Overview

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IconWaterproof depth
5 m
Best:
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40.2 g

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Garmin Forerunner 735XT - Full Specifications

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Display
Screen resolution215 x 180 px
Touchscreenno
Colour screenyes
Backlightyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black,Grey
  • Black,Turquoise
Protection featuresWater resistant
Waterproof depth5
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Connectivity
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
GLONASSyes
GPSyes
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Dimensions
Gender
  • Men's
  • Women's
Width1.75 in
Depth1.75 in
Weight1.42 oz
Thickness0.46 in
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Features
Heart Rate MonitorBuilt-in
Distance meteryes
Calorie counteryes
ANT+yes
Alarmyes
Compassyes
Date displayyes
Display lightyes
Pedometeryes
Sleep readingyes
Speedometeryes
Stopwatchyes
Temperature sensoryes
Timeryes
Vibration alarmyes
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Power
Battery typeBuilt-in
Battery life (running)11.0 h
Battery life (standby mode)11.0 day

Garmin Forerunner 735XT - Q&A (13)

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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is The Garmin Forerunner 735XT good watch?
    lindsey_hayes
    over 1 year ago
    Garmin Forerunner 735XT is a great watch for all manner of disciplines. It pretty much accurate in all areas .
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How accurate is Garmin Forerunner 735XT heart rate?
    oswaldo
    over 1 year ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT's HRM is somewhat accurate.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does Garmin Forerunner 735XT have maps?
    eldridge
    over 1 year ago
    You can use the GPS navigation features on your Garmin Forerunner 735XT to view your path on a map.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What does the red bar on my Garmin Forerunner 735XT mean?
    robert.farrell
    over 1 year ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT displays a red Move bar, if you haven't registered any steps in 2 hours.
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    kory_witting
    about 2 years ago
    Is The Garmin Forerunner 735XT waterproof?
    winston
    about 2 years ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT carries a 5 ATM water-resistant rating, which means it can withstand depths of up to 50 meters.
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    kathrine.herzog
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Forerunner 735XT detect sleep?
    olen
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Garmin Forerunner 735XT detects your sleep and monitors your movement during the sleep hours.
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    dewitt.tillman
    about 2 years ago
    Can I Pay with Garmin Forerunner 735XT?
    harrison
    about 2 years ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT offers many tracking metrics and some key smart features, including Garmin Pay.
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    wallace
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Forerunner 735XT count steps?
    leandro_goodwin
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the activity tracking feature of Garmin Forerunner 735XT records your daily step count and step goal.
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    karly.heidenreich
    about 2 years ago
    Is The Garmin Forerunner 735XT worth it?
    hue
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Garmin Forerunner 735XT manages to be both lightweight and achieve terrific battery life.
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    adolph.marks
    about 2 years ago
    What can my Garmin Forerunner 735XT do?
    clifton_casper
    about 2 years ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT lets you running, cycling (indoor/outdoor), swimming, cross-country skiing, paddle sports, hiking and strength training.
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    hien
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Forerunner 735XT play music?
    young_bradtke
    about 2 years ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT is not able to download music. But it is able to control the music player on the phone.
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    russ
    about 2 years ago
    Can I swim in the ocean with my Garmin Forerunner 735XT?
    richard.kulas
    about 2 years ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT comes with a water resistance rating of 5 ATM. It may use in salt water.
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    francis_hoppe
    about 2 years ago
    Can Garmin Forerunner 735XT be used for golf?
    rosalia_paucek
    about 2 years ago
    The Garmin Forerunner 735XT watch doesn't have as many golf-specific features. But it show the distance.
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Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.4
Based on 8 reviews
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Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT review
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TechRadar
Published: 24.11.2017
Garmin Forerunner 735XT review
4.5

A tip-top triathlon watch that's now getting cheaper

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT Review
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PCMAG
Published: 16.06.2016
Garmin Forerunner 735XT Review
4.5

The Garmin Forerunner 735XT fitness tracker gives pertinent information to triathletes about their sports, including advice you don't often see, like recovery time. It's comprehensive and easy to use but will set you back a pretty penny.

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT review
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Wareable
Published: 05.09.2016
Garmin Forerunner 735XT review
4.5

When it comes to Garmin watches, if you see an XT you know this device is built for serious training – these are the multi-sport specific devices. Since the...

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT In-Depth Review
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DC Rainmaker
Published: 10.06.2016
Garmin Forerunner 735XT In-Depth Review

It’s been almost exactly a month since Garmin announced their latest triathlon watch, the Forerunner 735XT.  This watch aims to take the software of the larger FR920XT triathlon watch and compress it down into a smaller package.  All while also

Garmin Forerunner 735XT A slim, lightweight triathlon watch that's worth the money
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CNET
Published: 26.08.2016
A slim, lightweight triathlon watch that's worth the money

Garmin's latest watch might not be cheap, but it has just about every feature you would need to compete in a triathlon (superhuman stamina not included).

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT
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ProductReview.com.au
Published: 08.07.2020
Garmin Forerunner 735XT

Garmin Forerunner 735XT (Smart Watch / Fitness Tracker): 3.7 out of 5 stars from 20 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT Review: Triathlete Triple Threat
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Tom's Guide
Published: 01.07.2016
Garmin Forerunner 735XT Review: Triathlete Triple Threat
4.0

Although it offers almost too much data, the Garmin Forerunner 735XT can track running, swimming and biking, as well as deliver phone notifications.

Garmin Forerunner 735XT Garmin Forerunner 735XT review: For those who like to train
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The Indian Express
Published: 21.10.2016
Garmin Forerunner 735XT review: For those who like to train

Garmin Forerunner 735XT is their premium watch meant for sports like swimming, cycling, hiking, running etc. and comes with GPS

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