Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Whitestone
Average customer rating
4.1
(689 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 689 reviews
5 Stars
422
4 Stars
110
3 Stars
49
2 Stars
50
1 Star
58
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Forerunner 55 GPS Smartwatch 42mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Whitestone
Customer Rating
5
Good solid running watch
on February 1, 2025
Posted by: steved25
I bought this a month ago, and I am pleased with its performance. And it connects to Garmin app on my iPhone so I can save data.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Useful for a Casual Fitness Enthusiast
on February 1, 2025
Posted by: Edward O
I am a fan of the basic Forerunner watches. The features are great for someone who is maintaining a fitness routine and does not need the advanced features of the higher level watches. The 55 allows me to track runs, strength workouts, and even "breath work." Most importantly the battery life is good, though not as good as the 35. I charge the watch about once a week so far when using GPS and other tracking features almost daily.
Written by a customer while visiting ExpertVoice.com
Customer Rating
5
GREATEST WATCH
on February 2, 2025
Posted by: reviewer101
Great watch! Loved the features and how good it looks. Even if it looks small it has many features that are useful, and allowed me to learn a lot about my body.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
First Impressions
on February 6, 2025
Posted by: RevRodG
I bought my FR55 to test/compare it to my Apple Watch. I’ve felt my Apple Watch wasn’t consistent in capturing my true stats. So I bought a basic device (FR55), not too expensive, to give it a try. I’ve seen/heard lots of people “swear” by it. Honestly, my first impressions were “I don’t like it.” “It seems more complicated to navigate”, “I don’t like the appearance (UI)…. But I decided to give it a fair chance. After a couple of weeks it’s serving its purpose though I run with both devices to continue the comparison. The Garmin reads faster than Apple but I’ve had the AW for a few years now.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Too technical
on February 11, 2025
Posted by: Thumb
Got it for a Christmas gift. I must say I am not very technical and I find it extremely confusing. I can’t even set the time. My old Garmin is much easier to use.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Better than expected
on February 15, 2025
Posted by: Bike girl 27
I'm telling everyone how much I like this watch, I bought it for fall detection but I'm enjoying the other features - it's definitely not just to tell time.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Everything I need
on February 15, 2025
Posted by: jesserie44
I had an old Forerunner probably 8 years ago, and the 55, while simple compared to the bells and whistles of the fancier watches Garmin offers, is absolutely a dream upgrade. I'm a recreational runner, and this is everything I need and more: pace, VO2 max, steps, heart rate, and even training suggestions. Love it!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Forerunner 55
on February 16, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
I cannot find my instructions manual for my Garmin on how to operate it, etc…would you please be so kind to send me another one please.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin