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Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 171 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch's overall performance, impressive battery life, and GPS accuracy, as well as its ease of use and accurate tracking capabilities. Many appreciate its lightweight design and valuable features. However, some customers have expressed a desire for improved screen brightness. Overall, the watch seems to meet or exceed expectations for run tracking and provides accurate heart rate data.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Useful

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

    No bells and whistles but does what is needed. Great running watch.

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

    A watch with lots of information

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

    I like the watch because of the detailed information provided at the end of an activity. A non athletic feature I like is getting sleep data, ie, just how well did I sleep.

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

    Big improvement over 45

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

    This is big improvement over my 45. Tracking and additional features are easily used and understood. Very happy with it for a fairly inexpensive device.

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

    Garmin

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

    Delivered quickly and excellent value. I love Best Buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good for the money

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

    Bought this for my wife. She wanted something more durable but basic. Fits both of those wantas.

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

    Best watch ever

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

    I absolutely love my new garmin! I switched from an apple watch and I will never go back :)

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

    Great buy

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my watch, it’s very nice to wear while working out or daily basis it’s not too bulky

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

    Garmin Forerunner 55 Review

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

    Lots of good stuff, but not very user friendly. Hard to navigate and make menu selections.

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

    Great purchase

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

    I’ve been eyeing this garmin for a while and I’m so glad I finally got it.

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

    Garmin Forerunner 55

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

    Good smart watch. I just wish I could get it to display my contact info for incoming phone calls

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

    great gadget

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

    it was best value to money. it was a gift to my cousin and it served well

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

    Nice smart watch

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

    Has more than enough applications for me. However I would like if it would/could call 911 or emergency crew in the emergency notification.

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

    Great but minimal features

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

    Good product but ultimately decided to return it. I prefer more featured within a smart watch.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the purchase

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

    Needed a new watch and this one was perfect for me!

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

    Let’s hope battery last

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

    Great watch love it just worries about when battery dies

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen brightness

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Move on to the next one. This one ain’t for you.

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

    Stopped charging. Purchased as a Christmas gift. Even downloaded different watch faces but never could get the display to be bright enough. After a week it stopped charging at all and couldn’t get it to operate.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing an issue with your Forerunner 55. Please go to support.garmin.com where you'll find many helpful FAQ's and video's on the functions of the device. If you still need assistance please reach out to a product support associate from that link. Garmin

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Causes a blistering rash

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

    This was a Christmas gift for my son. He cannot wear the watch because the silicone band causes a blistering rash. Garmin’s customer service has been lacking. They tried to blame my son for tightening his watch band roo much, yet his band was loose. Then Garmin promised to send a nylon watch band, yet here we are nearly a month later and my son still can’t wear his watch. Incredibly frustrating experience.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      We apologize for the delay however we are currently on backorder of those straps and they will ship out once we receive stock. Garmin

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Froze not even 48 hours after receiving it

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

    Froze not even 48 hours after receiving it. wish it was better

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Little screen

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

    Screen too small for my old eyes - returned for another garmin item

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen brightness

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Bad quality screen

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

    The screen looks like something out of the 90’s, very bad quality, grainy picture and terrible functionality, for $200 its not good enough, i do not reccomend.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
      Posted .

      If you're experiencing an issue with your Forerunner 55 please go to support.garmin.com where you'll find many helpful FAQ's and video's on the functions of the device. As well, if you still need assistance, please reach out to a product support associate from that link. Garmin