Our quick take
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Garmin Forerunner 45 - 4.5 / 5
Design
Measures: 42 x 42 x 11.4mm / Weighs: 36g Size options: 42mm only 5ATM waterproofing Polymer case
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Keeping it simple
- Support for Garmin Coach Works with external heart rate monitors GPS, GLONASS and Galileo support
Fitness tracking and smartwatch features
- View notifications for iPhone and Android Connect IQ watch face support All-day stress tracking
Battery life
- Up to 7 days in smartwatch mode Up to 13 hours with GPS and music
To recap
This watch sticks to the basics, but if you’re looking for a simple and easy-to-use running watch, plus some added smartwatch features, the Forerunner 45 definitely fits the bill.
