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COROS Pace Pro vs Garmin Forerunner 265 (2026)

Side-by-side on our weighted meta-score. Checked Nov 3, 2026 / Nov 3, 2026.

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SpecCOROS Pace ProGarmin Forerunner 265
Overall score8.78.4
GPS99
Battery97.8
Training8.28.6
Build8.48
Value98
MSRPFrom $299From $449.99
TypeGPS running watchGPS running watch
MapsYesNo
GPS battery (claimed h)3120

Takeaway

COROS Pace Pro wins overall (8.7 vs 8.4). Read each meta-review before you buy.

FAQ

Which is better, COROS Pace Pro or Garmin Forerunner 265?

COROS Pace Pro leads on our overall meta-score (8.7 vs 8.4). Check the sub-scores to match your priorities.

Which costs less?

COROS Pace Pro has the lower listed MSRP (From $299 vs From $449.99).

Who should pick COROS Pace Pro?

Runners who want maps and AMOLED without Garmin’s $500+ mapped tax.

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