Question 1

Which is better, Garmin Forerunner 265 or Shokz OpenRun Pro 2?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Garmin Forerunner 265 scores higher overall at 9/10. The Garmin Forerunner 265 scored 9/10 and the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 scored 8.9/10 in our Best Tech for Marathon Runners 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Garmin Forerunner 265 worth it over the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2?

Accepted Answer

The Garmin Forerunner 265 scores 9/10 while the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 scores 8.9/10. The Garmin Forerunner 265 is our "Best Marathon Watch" pick in the Best Tech for Marathon Runners 2026 category.

Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Shokz OpenRun Pro 2: Which to Buy?