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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 17 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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Customers are saying

Customers find value in the Forerunner 255S GPS Smartwatch for its long battery life, with users appreciating the convenience of charging only every two weeks. The fitness tracking features are also well-received, with customers highlighting the watch's simplicity while still offering comprehensive health and fitness monitoring.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Band, Touchscreen

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pretty Good Watch!

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

    Pretty good watch, major issue is the daintiness of the band, feels too thin for the size of the watch itself. It takes a little getting used to since it is NOT a touchscreen. Once you get the hang of it, it’s no problem! Synchronizing with your phone is super easy! Super lightweight, sometimes you forget it’s on.

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

    Garmin 255S - gray

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

    I love the size of the watch and color; it’s a nice light gray that goes with every outfit (if you’re into fashion and color schemes). The features takes some time to understand, but once you do get it it’s great for measuring your distance (walk and normal stair climb), gym time and routine. You can even create a workout if it isn’t listed and it appears on your watch under your “favorites.” I enjoy the easily accessible timer for when I cook or I’m do a 30 sec stretch. It seems small and irrelevant but in reality it comes in handy. The watch face tells the time, a 3 different information about your body (I.e., run for the day/week, VO2, and your bodies energy). It includes the sunrise and set plus the date. To which you can customize if you want. The app itself is nice because it has a list of ✨FREE ✨workouts unlike Apple where you need a subscription. You’re able to set a goal for yourself especially for all the runners out there and create a digital in-app workout calendar with reminders. Other features include but not limited to: water resistance ( I have showered with it while the stop watch was on. Soap and water.), incoming text/email/call/outside app notifications, alerts to rest or meditate/yoga based off its analytical read of your day (if you had a rough or slow day it’ll recommended an activity). Comfort is great, not so much if you sleep on your side and hands under your face. Battery life lasts about a week long and takes maybe 2hrs or less to charge (not needed for overnight). The glass face doesn’t easily scratch, grease, or crack (trust me … I’m very clumsy).

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Forerunner 255

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

    Loving this Garmin!!! It is all I need to train for my 21k. Battery life is amazing!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple, yet powerful.

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

    I love the simplicity while still having the health and fitness tracking. I was tired of constantly charging my Apple watch and having a million notifications a day. I love being able to still track my fitness while receiving a few mobile notifications, and I love only having to charge my watch every two weeks. I also feel that this is a little more accurate than Apple as well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for running and biking

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

    Very nice, love the design. Amazing features and perfect for running, biking, etc. Great battery life too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin watch

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

    The garmin watch is a great running watch. Has many features that are easy to navigate. You can do many things that accommodate your run!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pro performance upgrade without the pro price

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

    Bought this as an upgrade for my wife, and she loves it. So many features from race predictive data, improved heart rate, workout planning, additional workout options, and so many more. This seems to be on the higher end of analytic gear without the pro gear pricetag. If you're thinking about it, you won't be disappointed.

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

    Love it!!

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

    Love my Forerunner 255!! And especially love all the training features!

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

    Getting into fitness

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I used to have a Samsung watch, but this is by far my favorite watch that I've had. I love the training plans and workout suggestions. The battery life is also great as well. Garmin has a great app for helping you get started on a training plan or fitness journey.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Garmin Forerunner 255S

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

    Wonderful running watch! Excellent battery life and great size.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to learn

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Working great!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife loves it - took a little getting to learn it, but she's been very happy with it.

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

    Great Gift

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

    Got as a gift for my little runner. She is very happy.

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

    Garmin - Forerunner 255S GPS Smartwatch 41

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

    Love the stats and how I can monitor my progress. I also love the ability to synchronize with Garmin Connect.

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

    Worth it

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

    Looks.and feels.good, plenty of features that work well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cool

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

    It is a cool watch its what runners crave. 10/10!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sturdy and attractive runners'watch

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

    Attractive and works as expected, especially for health diagnostic and gps features. Also, like watch has a saphire lens

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Customer service

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Nice watch bad customer service

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

    The watch is awesome great deal it was on saving does everything it says. Customers service was no help I made a mistake on putting on old address. After confirmation I called I emailed and they could help me saying it needs to have a assigned date first and once it was assigned I called text and they told me to work with ups it’s no longer in our hands

    I would recommend this to a friend
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