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product_id: 249947232
title: "Garmin GPSMAP 65s, Button-operated Handheld with Altimeter and Compass, Expanded Satellite Support and Multi-band Technology, 2.6\" Color Display"
brand: "garmin"
price: "VT151218"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "Garmin"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/249947232-garmin-gpsmap-65s-button-operated-handheld-with-altimeter-and-compass
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 16-hour battery life with AA power 3-axis compass + barometric altimeter Multi-band GNSS tech for pinpoint accuracy Garmin GPSMAP 65s, Button-operated Handheld with Altimeter and Compass, Expanded Satellite Support and Multi-band Technology, 2.6" Color Display

**Brand:** garmin
**Price:** VT151218
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧭 Master the wild with precision and power — never miss a beat on your next adventure!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Garmin GPSMAP 65s, Button-operated Handheld with Altimeter and Compass, Expanded Satellite Support and Multi-band Technology, 2.6" Color Display by garmin
- **How much does it cost?** VT151218 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/249947232-garmin-gpsmap-65s-button-operated-handheld-with-altimeter-and-compass)

## Best For

- garmin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted garmin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged & Reliable Design:** Button-operated, waterproof, and built to endure all weather conditions—your ultimate outdoor companion.
- • **Navigate Anywhere, Anytime:** Expanded GNSS & multi-band tech deliver unmatched precision in dense forests, urban canyons, and rugged terrain.
- • **Stay On Track with ABC Sensors:** Integrated altimeter, barometer, and compass provide real-time environmental data for confident navigation.
- • **Seamless Connectivity & Management:** Bluetooth & ANT+ sync with Garmin Explore app to effortlessly manage routes, waypoints, and track stats on the go.
- • **Long-lasting Power & Expandable Storage:** Runs on standard AA batteries for 16 hours and supports microSD cards for extensive map downloads worldwide.

## Overview

The Garmin GPSMAP 65s is a rugged handheld GPS device featuring a 2.6” sunlight-readable color display, multi-band GNSS technology for superior location accuracy, and ABC sensors (altimeter, barometer, compass). Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, it offers 16 hours of battery life on standard AA batteries, Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity for syncing with the Garmin Explore app, and expandable map storage via microSD. Perfect for hiking, geocaching, and navigating challenging environments with confidence.

## Description

Find your way in this big, wide world with GPSMAP® 65s. This rugged handheld offers multi-band technology and expanded GNSS support for optimal accuracy in steep country, urban canyons and forests with dense trees. It has a 2.6” color display, button-operated design, routable TopoActive mapping and ABC (altimeter, barometer and compass) sensors. Wireless connectivity through BLUETOOTH® and ANT+® technologies provides compatibility with the Garmin Explore™ website and app (compatible smartphone required) to help you manage tracks, routes and waypoints and review statistics from the field.

## Features

- Large 2.6” sunlight-readable color display for easy viewing
- Expanded global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) and multi-band technology allow you to get optimal accuracy in challenging locations, including steep country, urban canyons and forests with dense trees
- Includes routable TopoActive mapping and federal public land map (U.S. only)
- Go-anywhere navigation with 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore website and app (compatible smartphone required) to help you manage tracks, routes and waypoints and review statistics from the field

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08HR5CXCK |
| Are Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Audio Output Mode | Digital |
| Battery Average Life | 16 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 43,202 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 7 in GPS Handhelds |
| Box Contents | GPSMAP 65s; USB cable; Carabiner clip; Documentation |
| Brand | Garmin |
| Brand Name | Garmin |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | microSD |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Truck |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technology | ANT+ |
| Control Method | Push Button |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 386 Reviews |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Human Interface Types | Buttons |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 17.9L x 13.8W x 5.8H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Handheld GPS |
| Item Weight | 0.48 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 010-02451-10 |
| Map Coverage Type | North America |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
| Model Name | GPSMAP 65s |
| Model Number | 010-02451-10 |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Model name | GPSMAP 65s |
| Mounting Type | Wrist Mount |
| Network Connectivity Technology | ANT+ |
| Operating Systems | [Predicted] Système d'exploitation Garmin embarqué |
| Product Features | Bluetooth |
| Resolution | 160 x 240 |
| Screen Size | 2.6 Inches |
| Screen size | 2.6 Inches |
| Special feature | Bluetooth |
| Sport Type | Camping & Hiking, Hunting, Outdoor Lifestyle |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| Touch Screen Type | Resistive |
| UPC | 753759257866 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Vehicle service type | Truck |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Digital
- **Battery life:** 16 Hours
- **Brand:** Garmin
- **Connectivity technology:** ANT+
- **Included components:** GPSMAP 65s; USB cable; Carabiner clip; Documentation
- **Map type:** North America
- **Model name:** GPSMAP 65s
- **Screen size:** 2.6 Inches
- **Special feature:** Bluetooth
- **Vehicle service type:** Truck

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I have a garmin montana 600 complete with charger etc. i want to upgrade in the description it states no batteries what does it use?**
A: 2x standard AA battery’s.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***S on 6 October 2025*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***D on 23 February 2021*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by V***S on 28 April 2026*



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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-05-03*