Last Updated on March 28, 2020 by Jude Simeone

Garmin Forerunner 245/245 Music Full Specifications – Last month Garmin officially announced the release of the Forerunner 245 and 245 music – the two long awaited successors to the older Forerunner 235 which brings to the table onboard music storage, are even more durable and stylish, plus a longer battery life while being great choices for comprehensive fitness tracking.

These two are well equipped with the right technologies that include heart rate sensor, accelerometer, pulse ox and inbuilt GPS multi-satellite system that makes them a great deal for runners. However, you will have to spend a bit more for the additional onboard music storage feature.

A bit pricey at $350.

Garmin Forerunner 245/245 Music Full Specifications

	Garmin Forerunner 245	Garmin Forerunner 245 Music
EDITOR'S RATING	Design: (4.3 / 5) Battery: (4.4 / 5) Fitness tracking: (4.7 / 5) Features: (4.1 / 5) Price: (3.9 / 5) Average: (4.3 / 5)	Design: (4.0 / 5) Battery: (4.1 / 5) Fitness tracking: (4.7 / 5) Features: (3.5 / 5) Price: (3.9 / 5) Average: (4.0 / 5)
WHERE TO BUY	Check @ Amazon	Check @ Amazon
ABOUT DEVICE
Device name	Garmin Forerunner 245	Garmin Forerunner 245 Music
Device type	Fitness/GPS smartwatch	Fitness/GPS smartwatch
Predessesor	Garmin Forerunner 235	Garmin Forerunner 235
Successor	--	--
Released date	April, 2019	April, 2019
Ideal for	Unisex	Unisex
DISPLAY
Display type	Transflective memory-in-display (MIP)	Transflective memory-in-display (MIP)
Display size	1.2 inch	1.2 inch
Display resolution	240 x 240 pixels	240 x 240 pixels
Pixel density	--	--
Input type	5 buttons, (Not touchscreen)	5 buttons, (Not touchscreen)
Always-on	Yes	Yes
BODY
Shape	Circular	Circular
Dimension	42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm	42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm
Weight	38.5 grams	38.5 grams
Casing material	Fiber-reinforced polymer	Fiber-reinforced polymer
Strap/band material	Silicone	Silicone
Bezel Material	Fiber-reinforced polymer	Fiber-reinforced polymer
Strap size	20mm	20mm
Screen protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Water resistant/Protection	Yes, 5ATM	Yes, 5ATM
Swim-proof	Yes, recommended	Yes, recommended
Color(s)	Black Aqua White	Black Aqua White
MEMORY
RAM	--	--
Internal storage	4GB	4GB
Memory card slot	No	No
CONNECTIVITY
Bluetooth	Yes, and ANT+	Yes, and ANT+
Bluetooth calling	No	No
Wi-Fi	No	Yes
NFC	No	No
GPS	GPS/GLONASS/Galileo	GPS/GLONASS/Galileo
CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY
Technology	No	No
SIM	No	No
Band	No	No
NOTIFICATIONS
Email alert	Yes	Yes
SMS alert	Yes	Yes
Calls alert	Yes	Yes
Event reminder	Yes	Yes
Weather	Yes	Yes
Third-party apps	Yes	Yes
FITNESS TRACKING
Sleep apnea	No	No
Sleep tracking	Yes	Yes
Steps	Yes	Yes
Floors climbed	No	No
Heart rate monitoring	Yes	Yes
Calories	Yes	Yes
Distance	Yes	Yes
Stress	Yes	Yes
VO2 Max.	Yes	Yes
Blood oxygen	Yes	Yes
Blood pressure	No	No
Menstrual cycle tracking	Yes	Yes
Swim tracking	Yes	Yes
Under-water heart rate tracking	No	No
Preloaded maps	No	No
On-screen workout modes	No	No
Triathlon mode	Yes	Yes
ECG Tracking	No	No
Preloaded sport modes	Yes	Yes
Safety tracking	Yes	Yes
MEDIA
Audio	mp3/mp4	mp3/mp4
Music streaming	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth music	Yes	Yes
Radio	No	No
Loudspeaker	No	No
Microphone	No	No
Camera	No	No
SENSORS
Accelerometer	Yes	Yes
Barometer/Altimeter	No	No
Heart rate monitor (HRM)	Yes	Yes
Compass	Yes	Yes
Gyroscope	No	No
Ambient light	Yes	Yes
Pulse Oximeter	Yes	Yes
ECG	No	No
Thermometer	No	No
Other sensors	--	--
PLATFORM
Operating system (OS)	Proprietary OS	Proprietary OS
Chipset	--	--
CPU	--	--
GPU	--	--
BATTERY
Type of battery	Non-removable Li-ion battery	Non-removable Li-ion battery
Battery capacity	--	--
Battery life	Smartwatch Mode: Up to 7 days GPS mode: Up to 24 hours	Smartwatch Mode: Up to 7 days GPS mode with music: Up to 6 hours GPS mode without music: Up to 24 hours
Charging type	USB charging cable	USB charging cable
Charging time	About 1-2 hours	About 1-2 hours
Battery saver mode	No	No
Solar power	No	No
Rapid charging	No	No
CLOCK FEATURES
Time/Date	Yes	Yes
Stopwatch	Yes	Yes
Alarm	Yes	Yes
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Control camera	Yes	Yes
Music control	Yes	Yes
Find phone	Yes	Yes
Text response	Yes	Yes
MISC
Payment system	No	No
Compatibility	Android and iOS Check if your device is compatible	Android and iOS Check if your device is compatible
Companion app	Garmin connect IQ store	Garmin connect IQ store
Customizable watch face	Yes	Yes
Interchangeable band	Yes, 20mm	Yes, 20mm
Voice command	No	No
BOX CONTENTS
	Garmin Forerunner 245 Music	Garmin Forerunner 245
	Straps	Straps
	USB charging cable	USB charging cable
	Quick start guide	Quick start guide
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	Official Site	Official Site

Garmin Forerunner 245/245 Music

1. Design

The Forerunner 245 and 245 Music aren’t the most stylish smartwatches on the market, but they both look decent enough to grace your wrist for even official outings. Although these two come in sporty design they’re actually stylish while also being fitness focus just like most Garmin smartwatches.

While having decent designs, these two are now more durable with the Corning Gorilla glass manning the screen. It could well take some hard knocks and it’s no big deal. Garmin didn’t specify what the casing is made of, but it’s obviously a thermoplastic material, perhaps polycarbonate, and the silicone straps are comfortable to wear.

The display still features Garmin’s transflective colored memory-in-pixel which offers a clear display that’s not so lively, but somewhat interactive and also easy to view under sunlight.

The 45mm case sizes are a lot more moderate compared to the older Forerunner 235 and at 12.2mm thickness size, it isn’t bulky.

The watch faces are also customizable, although not the most stylish as you’d find on a Samsung Galaxy watch. You can choose a watch face of your choice from the Garmin Connect store.

So, basically the difference between the Forerunner 245 and 245 Music is the availability of significant onboard storage on the later that allows you to store and play your favorite tracks on the go. You can as well stream your favorite tracks from streaming services such as Spotify.

2. Long Battery Life

According to Garmin, the Forerunner 245 and 245 will last about 7 days on smartwatch mode. If we should go by their words, it’s a longer battery life than their closest competitors such as the Fitbit Versa and Samsung Galaxy Watch Active.

And with the GPS active, it’s up to 24 hours which is also impressive. A great deal for long-distance runners and fitness-minded folks alike that engage in extreme workout activities.

3. Waterproof Rating

Both the 245 and 245 Music are rated 5ATM which means these two are water-resistant up to 50 meters underwater. So, these two would survive when they are accidentally beaten by rain or perhaps you might want to wear it to the pool or ocean.

4. Activity/Fitness Tracking

Fitness Tracking is still at the forefront of Garmin smartwatches and the new duo; 245 and 245 Music are fantastic choices for keeping a tab on your active life.

Both the Forerunner 245 and 245 music come with a heart rate sensor, accelerometer, including a pulse oximeter and compass support while also housing support for GPS multi-satellite system that certainly makes these two some of the hottest deal for fitness tracking.

The aforementioned sensors enable the 245 and 245 Music to track your steps, calories, sleep with tracking support for quite a number of activities.

Also featured, is the Garmin Coach that provides guidance from expert coaches and free training plans that adapt to your goals. You can as well create custom goals to fit your style.

There is a lot more of what the 245 and 245 music can track. You check it all out here.

5. Media

The difference between the 245 and 245 Music is that the later has enough onboard storage space to contain your favorite tracks (about 500 or more).

This comes handy for runners when it becomes inconvenient carrying your phone along with you, you can then listen to your favorite tracks via a Bluetooth enabled earbud. However, for this feature, you will have to part ways with an additional $50.

6. Notifications

The Forerunner 245 and 245 Music are capable of keeping you connected to all that matters to you.

With Bluetooth and Wi-Fi supported and compatible with both Android and iOS devices, the 245 will alert you when there’s a new notification on your phone. So that email, calls, and other alerts from both third-party and native Apps are just a beep away.

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