Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2021)
Customers are saying
Customers frequently mention that the product delivers excellent overall performance and impressive battery life that can last up to two weeks. Users also appreciate the intuitive interface, accurate GPS tracking, and the lightweight, comfortable design of the device. While the vast majority of feedback is positive regarding its value and functionality, some users have expressed minor concerns regarding the screen bezel size.
Color
BlackCompatibilty
Compatible with iphone and Android devices
Display
A color-display that is sunlight-visible
Designed For Form And Function
Lightweight and comfortable, this watch is the perfect fit for running and for everyday life.
Sport-Ready Materials
Whether you’re running a 5K or sweating it out during HIIT sessions, experience the ultimate in comfort with this sporty silicone band.
Daily Suggested Workouts
for personalized training guidance, get daily run recommendations of varying intensities based on your training history, fitness level and recovery time.
Pacepro Technology
To help you plan your race day strategy, this feature offers GPS-based pace guidance for a selected course or distance in the Garmin connecttm app. So you can tailor your efforts to what’s ahead.
Recovery Time
Giving your body time to recover between training sessions is crucial. After each workout, the built-in recovery time feature will let you know how long to rest before another big effort.
Race Predictor
This specialized tool takes into account your fitness level and training history to help you work toward your race goal and see the impact of training on your predicted finish time.
Garmin Coach
These adaptive training plans feature guidance from expert coaches and free training plans that adapt to you and your goals. Workouts sync right to your watch.
Built-In Sports Apps
Switch up your workout routine with activity profiles for track or virtual running, pool swimming, Pilates, HIIT and even breathwork.
Wrist-Based Heart Rate
Get heart rate data along with alerts if your heart rate stays high while you’re at rest. Even gauge how hard your heart is working during activities. This is not medical devices, and the data provided by them is not intended to be utilized for medical purposes.
Built-In Gps
Track where you run, and get accurate stats, including distance, pace and intervals.
Battery Life
Run to your heart’s content with up to 2 weeks of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS mode.
Stress Tracking
Find out if you’re having a calm, balanced or stressful day. Relax reminders will even prompt you to do a short breathing activity.
Body Battery Energy Monitoring
Track your body’s energy levels so you can find the best times for activity and rest.
Fitness Tracking
While you’re out and about, Forerunner 55 tracks steps, intensity minutes and more.
Intensity Minutes
See when during the day you earned intensity minutes from moderate and vigorous physical activity.
Connect Iq Store
Download custom watch faces, add data fields, and get apps from the Connect IQ Store.
Music Controls
Easily control the music playing on your phone, so you can skip songs without missing a beat.
Sync With Garmin Connect
Upload your activities to the Garmin Connect app to interact with a thriving online community where people on the go can connect and compete — and even share their triumphs via social media.
- Screen Size26 millimetersTouch ScreenNoOperating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesBuilt-in Storage1 gigabytes
Reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 197 reviews
- Overall Performance (50)
- Battery Life (41)
- GPS Accuracy (21)
- Ease of use (20)
- Accuracy (9)
- Screen Quality (8)
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| Pros for Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2021) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of use, GPS Accuracy, Accuracy | Battery Life, Overall Performance | There were no pros for this product— | Battery Life, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Size, Sleep Tracking |
| Cons for Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2021) | |||
| Screen Quality | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Band, Connectivity |
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