Skip to contentGo to Product Search
Main Content

Customer Ratings & Reviews

Loading...

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 249 reviews

Rating Filter

Rating by feature

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

Pros mentioned filter

Cons mentioned filter

98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the Forerunner 255 GPS Smartwatch. Many users praise the amazing battery life and the spot-on GPS accuracy. The watch is also appreciated for its ease of use and lightweight design, while some customers find the sleep tracking and display quality to be great.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
Page 12 Showing 221-240 of 249 reviews
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fitness watch

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like how it keeps up with your steps and exercises.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not good for treadmill

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    .Battery life is very good, swim lap counter is very good. I cannot get it to stay on and track anything on treadmill.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Watch

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good watch for fitness. Difficult to find replacement bands and switch out the bands

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Better than I thought It would be

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was worried about the size, but really like it. The face is easy to read, especially when I'm running

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    An Excellent Purchase

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great looking watch and it gives me the information I need if I’m walking or running. I highly recommend this watch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Garmin 255

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the watch but after 4 months battery dies quicker.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Regret

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Poor quality material and the functionality is not easy

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Gps accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Pleased with my Forerunner!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am a runner and recently converted from a popular fitness/smartwatch brand that I used for 10 yrs. The Garmin FR255 is miles ahead! Very pleased with the exercise details and accuracy. The daily recaps and graphics of a multitude of health data, as well as the gps and run data is spectacular! The app works extremely well and is somewhat customizable. The Watch seems durable, looks great and has fantastic battery life. Wish I had bought this brand years ago!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Gps accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    One of my favorite watches.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This watch has gone above and beyond what I've expected. Great GPS tracking, great sleep metrics and accuracy, paired easily to strava. User friendly. Great for training, running, etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Gps accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch!

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The watch is great for running, biking, and doing any activity. It tracks your progress. Works great! Better than the forerunner 45. Battery lasts a long time, didn’t need to charge it for a week.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love my new Garmin

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Big fan of Garmin Watches. Been wearing them for 15 years now, and wouldn't trade them in for anything. This watch ticked off some needed things, such as the triathlon option and I'm able to use it to replace my WHOOP. I'm still learning the ins and outs of the watch, but it is, for the most part, easy to navigate.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the price tag

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Did my research for a bit. But found this watch to be just what i needed! Tracks my workouts, calories burned and even my sleep! The partner app you get access to has given so much insight to the way my body works.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gps accuracy

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Like it better than fitbit

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my second smartwatch, my first was a Fitbit (pre google). Coming from that watch, I've been very happy with the gps tracking for outdoor activities. I primarily use it for trail running/running but also canoe, bike, etc. I don't like that thwre is no activity for "paddling" which could work for a variety of boat types. Instead they have SUP and rowing?!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This watch was a Christmas gift for my husband. He is very happy with all the data this watch provides him and ease of use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch for a newer runner

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch, perfect for a newer runner that wants to ramp up training. Looks great and battery life is awesome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Forerunner

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great watch for running metrics. If you are looking to run faster,farther, or more efficiently this watch is great. Sleep metrics also give good data on sleep stages. Battery life is also good lasting about 19 days.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Forerunner 255

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this thing. Tracks HR, HRV, sleep data and has suggested workouts.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not for Apple users

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s OK. I sold it for less than when I paid for it because my Apple Watch is so much better. If you have iOS or a iPhone, then you’re not gonna enjoy having that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best watch

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best watch to use for do exercise counts the burn calories

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Watch

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for tracking runs and health data, only take it off to charge

    I would recommend this to a friend