Garmin Forerunner 55

GPS Watches + Heart Rate Monitors
$200
Star Rating is 4.2 / 5
6 Verified Reviews
Color
Raspberry / Strawberry #1127896-RSRW-ABIW
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Features

The Forerunner 55 is designed for the runner in everyone.

Whether you’re just getting started or are training for a race, the Forerunner 55 offers updated features that help you train smarter, not harder.

Designers kept the lightweight, waterproof case and watch face but beefed up the battery life to double the time in Smartwatch mode (2 weeks to be exact) and up to 20 hours of GPS mode functionality.

In addition to classic fitness tracking features like heart rate tracking and sleep monitoring, the Forerunner 55 also features new running metrics to enhance your race-day prep and daily training.

Track mode provides increased accuracy on the track while features like PacePro Pacing Strategy, Predicted Race Times, Finish Time Estimator and Daily Suggested Workouts help you keep a pulse on your fitness and potential race performance, taking the guesswork out of race day strategy.

In addition to updated running features, the Garmin Forerunner 55 now includes Women’s Health Tracking for menstruating or pregnant athletes.

Tech Specs

Garmin Forerunner 55

Dimensions

1.04” display diameter

Weight

37 g

Battery Life

20 hours GPS mode;

2 weeks SmartWatch mode

Water Rating

5 ATM; waterproof

Heart Rate Monitor

Yes; wrist-based monitor

Lens

Chemically strengthened glass

Smartphone Compatibility

Yes (iPhone, Android); Smart notifications

Navigation Sensors

GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO

Who It's Best For

From beginners to seasoned athletes, the Forerunner 55 offers a simple, easy to navigate interface for every runner. Elevated fitness tracking and a wide range of preloaded sports apps help you track runs, swims, hikes and more. The Forerunner 55 is smartphone compatible and provides hours of non-stop tracking in a lightweight package.

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Reviews

4.2
Star Rating is 4.2 / 5
Based on 6 Verified Reviews
Star Rating is 4 / 5

Hate the band

Lizzie26.2 11 months ago Verified Purchase

Not as intuitive as my Garmin 35 band is very stiff and uncomfortableI’ll be buying a new band at my age I dislike the menstrual cycle popping evey time I use it. It functions. well meets my needs

Star Rating is 1 / 5

Very disappointing menu system design

Brenda 1 year ago Verified Purchase

Disappointing; not an intuitive user interface neither a clear user manual. Menus are too hidden and require too many clicks to get access to customized workout. Manual content is useless for customization and troubleshooting purposes.I have other Garmin devices (bike computer) for a long time and it is easy to access and I can just start my preferred activity plan quickly. For such a price tag I would expect better menu design and support. Returning.

Star Rating is 5 / 5

Doctors orders

Sheryl G 3 years ago Verified Purchase

My husband had a heart attack in July. He's 53. His father died at 49. My husband has been given a second chance at life whereas his father was not. My husband is now in cardiac rehab. Being hooked to monitors while running on a treadmill gives him the confidence needed that his heart is no longer in distress when exercising. When exercising at home he wants that same confidence. We bought 2 forerunners. Checking our heartrate has now become the norm for us. We know that the forerunner may not be as accurate as the monitors in rehab but it comes in as a great second place option and convenient too.