Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Whitestone - (2021)
Average customer rating
4.2
(887 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 887 reviews
5 Stars
546
4 Stars
147
3 Stars
63
2 Stars
61
1 Star
70
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Whitestone - (2021)
Customer Rating
1
Horrible device
on October 4, 2025
Posted by: Jay1996
I used it for 5 days I am really sorry but at this price Apple Watch is far better, besides the battery part this device has nothing to offer, no gps, no navigation, extremely cheap quality band, my friend has a watch from temu, that thing has better quality and it gives more accurate data.
If you are investing in a watch do not invest in this one, Apple or Samsung.
If you are investing in a watch do not invest in this one, Apple or Samsung.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
Poor battery life
on October 8, 2025
Posted by: Maris24
I bought this two weeks ago, and unfortunately, I’m not impressed with the battery life. I can maybe get 3 days out of it before I have to recharge. I am slightly disappointed, as this is my 2nd watch from Garmin, and I was extremely pleased with my first watch.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, Care, October 9, 2025
Thank you for the review! Battery life can be impacted by how the device is used. Please see this Garmin Support Center article for information on Forerunner 55 battery life assumptions: http://ms.spr.ly/6425sFu37
The owner's manual offers tips for maximizing the battery life, which you can find here: http://ms.spr.ly/6426sFu3C
Our support team is happy to help with any questions you may have! You can reach us at 1-800-800-1020 (Monday - Friday, 7am-7pm Central).
The owner's manual offers tips for maximizing the battery life, which you can find here: http://ms.spr.ly/6426sFu3C
Our support team is happy to help with any questions you may have! You can reach us at 1-800-800-1020 (Monday - Friday, 7am-7pm Central).
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great watch
on October 8, 2025
Posted by: Skye
Perfect for running and everyday like for any active person or somebody looking into getting more active. I also LOVEE how it automatically syncs to apps like strava and all of the other cool garmin connect app features.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Not Great So far
on October 8, 2025
Posted by: Blake.
Small numbers.. just bought it and shame on me.. I can’t see my steps or heart rate to small.. switch from a Fitbit and wish I would have stayed with Fitbit.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
I love this watch
on October 11, 2025
Posted by: Goodjuju
It does give so many updated details about my day and I learn so much about myself. However some things it takes forever to load like my sleep, and my workouts.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
Disappointed
on October 12, 2025
Posted by: TM78
I bought this Garmin as a backup. Unfortunately, there are many issues with that one of them with their buttons in particular, I found them very difficult to hold down to program my runs, hikes and overall workouts. I’ve returned the watch. I’ve owned Garmin products in the past. Still think Garmin is the best product on the market when it comes to accuracy specifically with running and tracking long distance. This one did not own up to my expectations.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Loved Garmin, not the model for me
on October 15, 2025
Posted by: morgan23
I bought this and ended up wearing it in conjunction with my Apple watch for about a week. I ended up falling in love with Garmin, but the watch itself did not feature enough “smart” features for me to want to sacrifice my Apple Watch. I ended up returning and ordering the Venu which has been the best of both worlds! I’m a Garmin convert but this wasn’t the model for me
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
accurate for running
on October 16, 2025
Posted by: jjjells
very good! i’m converting from a short distance runner to long, and the garmin has accurately measured distance, time, and calories!
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