Garmin Forerunner 405 GPS-Enabled Sports Watch with Heart Rate Monitor (Refurbished) $99 + Free Shipping w/ V.me by Visa Checkout (expired)

$99 is a bargain for this watch...

There are some bad reviews regarding the touch bezel...I never had an issue with the bezel as long as you're not trying to change 6 settings while running in 95 degree heat...

Wireless USB Ant stick has had some connectivity issues, but the software is much better now and the issues have went away for me.

I've had a 305, 405, and a 210. 305 and 405 have more features than the 210, but the 210 utilizes buttons over the touch bezel and directly connects to computer via a USB to watch connection.

I'd recommend all 3 watches, but I've liked the 305 and 405 b/c of more functionality.

Again, $99 for the watch and heart rate monitor is a bargain.

as he said - $99 is an amazing price - but the touch bezel is crap.. If it's raining or you sweat a lot, make sure you lock the bezel before you start running or your screwed (it will beep like crazy with any moisture on it). I've had issues with the timer stopping mid-run, but that hasn't happened since I flashed the firmware a couple of times.

Looks like a good deal, but the Garmin 910 is calling my name. Are there any more valuable codes for something like the 910 or even the 310?

Been looking for a GPS heart rate watch, looks like a good deal. Almost always sunny here and I don't sweat a lot so not concerned about the bezel issues. Thanks!

wife needs a new running watch and bikes occasionally. this will fit the bill just right, at the right price. thanks OP.

The bezel is terrible. Worst of all the garmin watches. I don't say this lightly, it is absolute crap. Hold out for a deal on a better watch or pay the extra for the 310xt. It's only $207 on amazon.

Great deal otherwise, from a msrp perspective. Thanks OP for posting.

May I ask what the benefit is to this watch besides trouble of having to carry a phone?

Can I just get a bluetooth monitor and use one of the programs on my phone?

I take it back.... it seems like these are for the serious athletes and not for a person like me.

great price, in 4 1

Quote from tmushy : May I ask what the benefit is to this watch besides trouble of having to carry a phone? Can I just get a bluetooth monitor and use one of the programs on my phone? I take it back.... it seems like these are for the serious athletes and not for a person like me.

I was thinking the same thing. How much does a decent bluetooth monitor go for?

Quote from tmushy : May I ask what the benefit is to this watch besides trouble of having to carry a phone? Can I just get a bluetooth monitor and use one of the programs on my phone? I take it back.... it seems like these are for the serious athletes and not for a person like me.

You dont drain the battery
Easier access
more features
Magically transforms into a regular watch when not exercising
etc...

Quote from tmushy : May I ask what the benefit is to this watch besides trouble of having to carry a phone? Can I just get a bluetooth monitor and use one of the programs on my phone? I take it back.... it seems like these are for the serious athletes and not for a person like me.

I have the 305, got this at Costco for $280 a long time ago & didn't like it & returned it & got the 305 instead for the physical buttons..I do runs up to 18 mi daily & marathons & when your hands get sweaty, it's harder to control...iPhone at least, won't last that long or will be about to shut off unless you are under 4 hrs which is very doable, but probably not if your asking..

It's GPS is more accurate

Your phone battery won't last as long as this watch (using pandora, Bluetooth out to jay bird headset & gps running app with screen off, my iPhone is dead in 4 hours or less & if you got texts or calls, consider it done before a decent workout or shut off music for half of it).. 3-4 hrs is my daily run & strength training.. If your doing a marathon, most likely your phone will be dead before you finish unless you finish fast with no music..

It has integrated heart rated monitor instead of having to stick an adapter into your phone & drain more battery & then it also doesn't fit in most armbands anymore...

Easier to use & access features than phone in an armband or holding it in your hand.. At a glance always on stats.. No need to contort your arm & move your head to see your stats (although lots of apps have voice feedback stats), press buttons on the phone for laps/splits, turn on display... If you keep display on during entire workout the battery will be dead really quick with screen, streaming music, GPS app, hrm stick, etc..

More features than most running apps I've tried

It's water proof for running in rain.. I'd put my iPhone in a zip lock back folded over & into an armband on rainy days & under a rain proof jacket shell for music & having a phone for emergencies.. But then you can't control the app/phone easily .. But with the watch, it can just be on your wrist..

If you're a serious athlete it's worth it IMO.. If not, you probably don't need it/use it enough to realize the benefits or justify the added cost.. Although $100 isn't that much money..

I have been using the 405CX (identical functionally to 405) for over 2 years, and I love it. You can configure up to 3 screens to appear in rotation, so locking the bezel, which I do for every run, is never a limitation.

If I were in the market for a replacement, I would likely jump on this deal. I eventually may upgrade to the 610.

Quote from ct456568 : I was thinking the same thing. How much does a decent bluetooth monitor go for?

if you have an Iphone get the polar h7
http://www.amazon.com/Polar-Bluet...s=pOLAR+H7

It uses bluetooth 4.0 and the battery lasts a very long time. does not work on any other phone besides iphone and droid razr. Even if you have bluetooth 4.0, it wont work at the moment.