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Garmin Forerunner 255 46mm Sports Smartwatch

Garmin Forerunner 255 46mm Sports Smartwatch

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Our take on the Garmin Forerunner 255 46mm Sports Smartwatch

The Forerunner 255 is Garmin's mid-range GPS running watch, built for training rather than all-day smartwatch duty. It tracks runs, heart rate, sleep and daily steps, holds multi-band GPS for accurate pace in cities and trees, and runs about two weeks between charges in smartwatch mode. Runners pick it over the cheaper Forerunner 55 for its training load and recovery metrics, and over the pricier 265 for its battery life and always-on display. Owners rate the GPS accuracy and battery highly; the main complaints are the dim screen and the plastic feel.

Best forRunners training for racesTriathletes and cyclistsPeople who want a watch that lasts weeks per chargeBuyers who want accurate GPS without a premium price
Pros
  • Multi-band GPS holds a lock in dense cities and under trees
  • Around two weeks of battery in smartwatch mode
  • Training load, recovery time and race predictions built in
  • Light carbon-fiber case at roughly 49 g
  • Wide language support and broad phone compatibility
Cons
  • Screen is dim and low-resolution next to AMOLED rivals
  • Mostly plastic build feels less premium than the price suggests
  • Smartwatch features are basic compared with an Apple Watch
  • No touchscreen; navigation is button-only

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What reviewers say

Runners and reviewers rate the Forerunner 255 as one of the best value GPS running watches, praising its accurate multi-band GPS, long battery life and deep training metrics. The most common complaints are the dull display and the plasticky feel of the case.

What people mention
  • GPS accuracyPraisedOwners say the multi-band GPS locks quickly and holds pace well in cities and under trees.
  • Battery lifePraisedReviewers report close to two weeks of use between charges in smartwatch mode.
  • DisplayCriticisedThe screen is called dim and low-resolution compared with AMOLED watches.
  • BuildCriticisedSome owners find the plastic case feels less premium than expected.
  • Training metricsPraisedRunners value the training load, recovery time and race predictions for structured training.
  • Smart featuresMixedNotifications and music controls work, but reviewers say smartwatch features are basic.

About the Garmin Forerunner 255 46mm Sports Smartwatch

The Garmin Forerunner 255 is a 46mm sports smartwatch with a 1.3-inch round AMOLED display at 260x260 resolution. It has built-in GPS and a compass. It tracks heart rate, steps, calories and sleep.

It connects to Android and iOS phones over Bluetooth 5.0. It shows message and call reminders and can push messages to the screen. It also offers a calculator, speed measurement and a second time zone (GMT).

The case is carbon fibre and the watch fastens with a pin buckle. It is rated to 50 m of water resistance and has a battery life of 14 days.

Case size
46mm
Case material
Carbon fibre
Display
1.3-inch round AMOLED, 260x260
Clasp
Pin buckle
Battery life
14 days
Battery capacity
220-300 mAh
Water resistance
50 m
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0
Compatibility
Android OS, iOS
Positioning
GPS, compass
Health tracking
Heart rate, steps, calories, sleep, mood
Alerts
Message reminder, call reminder, push messages
Other functions
Remote control, GMT two time zones, speed measurement, calculator
Voice assistant
Not built in

Questions and answers

Is the Forerunner 255 good for beginners?
Yes. It tracks runs, heart rate and sleep out of the box, and the training metrics are optional. Beginners who only want basic tracking can save money with the Forerunner 55.
How is it different from the Forerunner 265?
The 265 adds an AMOLED touchscreen and more training features. The 255 keeps a longer battery life and an always-on display, and costs less.
Does it have multi-band GPS?
Yes, the standard 255 includes multi-band GPS, which improves accuracy in cities and under tree cover. The cheaper 255S Music variant also has it.
How long does the battery last?
About 14 days in smartwatch mode and up to 30 hours in GPS-only mode. Multi-band GPS drains it faster, roughly 25 hours.
Can I wear it swimming?
Yes. It is water-resistant to 5 ATM, so it handles pool swims and showers. Open-water swimming is supported on the 255.
What is in the box?
The watch, a charging cable and documentation. No extra strap is included.
Where is the Garmin Forerunner 255 46mm Sports Smartwatch cheapest?
At boldfitsociety, for $412.97, as of our latest check.

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English, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese, Turkish, Italian, French, German, Norwegian, Korean, Japanese, Ukrainian, Hebrew, Dutch, Arabic, Indonesian, Greek
Intended for
Adults, unisex
Wear
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