This watch really has all you need. I was a Polar lover before my switch to Garmin and it's certainly an upgrade, even at what they're calling an 'entry level' running watch. Here's what I love about it:
1. 24/7 wrist based heart rate monitoring. Very accurate during inactive and active periods.
2. 1 week battery life with all systems on GO. I haven't stress tested it with multiple runs but so far I'm reasonably happy with the battery. It's connected to my phone so I'm receiving notifications often and my heart rate is constantly monitored.
3. Accurate GPS tracking, with 3 options depending on your situation and demands on accuracy.
4. Great sleep tracking. You get a lot of great insights that can be used to make adjustments, improve sleep and optimize recovery.
5. Body battery is an interesting feature that allows you to identify when you're fully charged and ready to go and when you're drained and need to rest.
6. VO2 max and race predictor are great features that allow you to see when you are with your fitness and at your current levels of fitness the expected race times you'd likely hit.
7. Fitness age is an eye opening feature that determines your age based on your fitness and body weight. Gave me a harsh reality check!
8. Lightweight and extremely comfortable to wear! You won't even remember it's on your wrist.
The watch has more features, but for me all the above is what I depend on and thoroughly enjoy! For it's price point I say it's absolute value for me. I'm very happy with my purchase.
Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch with Daily Suggested Workouts, Up to 2 weeks of Battery Life, Black - 010-02562-00
4.6 | 3,433 ratings
Price: 165.99
Last update: 01-10-2025
About this item
Easy-to-use running watch monitors heart rate (this is not a medical device) at the wrist and uses GPS to track how far, how fast and where you’ve run.Special Feature:Bluetooth.
Battery life: up to 2 weeks in smartwatch mode; up to 20 hours in GPS mode
Plan your race day strategy with the PacePro feature (not compatible with on-device courses), which offers GPS-based pace guidance for a selected course or distance
Run your best with helpful training tools, including race time predictions and finish time estimates
Track all the ways you move with built-in activity profiles for running, cycling, track run, virtual run, pool swim, Pilates, HIIT, breathwork and more
Tune in to your body with advanced wellness features, such as intensity minutes, fitness age, all-day respiration and more
Customize your watch with free watch faces, data fields, apps and widgets from the Connect IQ Store (requires Garmin Connect app and Connect IQ app loaded on a compatible smartphone)
Take the guesswork out of training with suggested workouts of varying intensities based on your training history, fitness level and recovery time
Battery life: up to 2 weeks in smartwatch mode; up to 20 hours in GPS mode
Plan your race day strategy with the PacePro feature (not compatible with on-device courses), which offers GPS-based pace guidance for a selected course or distance
Run your best with helpful training tools, including race time predictions and finish time estimates
Track all the ways you move with built-in activity profiles for running, cycling, track run, virtual run, pool swim, Pilates, HIIT, breathwork and more
Tune in to your body with advanced wellness features, such as intensity minutes, fitness age, all-day respiration and more
Customize your watch with free watch faces, data fields, apps and widgets from the Connect IQ Store (requires Garmin Connect app and Connect IQ app loaded on a compatible smartphone)
Take the guesswork out of training with suggested workouts of varying intensities based on your training history, fitness level and recovery time
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 1.65 x 1.65 x 0.46 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.31 ounces |
| ASIN | B092RCLKHN |
| Item model number | 010-02562-00 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
2,552 ratings
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #809 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1 in Running GPS Units |
| Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth |
| GPS | GPS Enabled |
| Special features | Bluetooth |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Color | Black |
| Whats in the box | Forerunner 55; Power/Data Cable; Documentation |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| Language | Spanish |
| Date First Available | June 2, 2021 |
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Nicholas Majula
Fantastic fitness tracker and running watch!
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Rachel R.
Sleek, Lightweight & Simple.
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Much needed upgrade for me
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