Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Forerunner 955 Solar GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2022)
Average customer rating
4.6
(293 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 293 reviews
5 Stars
221
4 Stars
38
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
12
1 Star
6
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Forerunner 955 Solar GPS Smartwatch 47 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Black - (2022)
Customer Rating
4
Almost perfect
on November 5, 2024
Posted by: Arkhag
The 955 is fantastic. It's responsive, acquires GPS in less than 5 seconds, very accurate, and everything you could ever want from an advanced running and multisport watch. BUT, the only downside is its charging. I am not sure why Garmin decides to keep its mediocre proprietary charging plug but it's a pain. It disconnects a lot and the stability is horrible. This isn't exclusive to this watch only - basically every watch I've owned (I think 4 now) with this plug. In summary - great watch, terrible charging mechanism.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
The best watch I've had so far!
on November 27, 2024
Posted by: Flyer4R
I use it for multiple sports such as paragliding, paramotoring, inline skating, cycling, running and in my gym workouts and I've always found it to be an excellent device. It's not just the watch, but in conjunction with the different apps that one can use, they give it more power and functionality, such as: Garmin Messenger, Garmin Explorer, Garmin Connect, etc. Really very versatile and complete. I was in doubt whether to buy the Fénix or this one and today I think I chose the best one for my taste and use, in addition to being an ideal size. The MIPs screen cannot be surpassed outdoors, they are the best. I'm not a fan of AMOLEDs and I've had other brands with not so good results outdoors. MIPs is unbeatable. In cycling I use it as a cycle computer on the handlebars using the HRM Dual and other sensors (cadence/speed) and it's great, a device for everything. Perhaps the aesthetic aspect could be improved, it is a normal watch, it does not stand out, nowadays you can see watches from Garmin and other brands with a beautiful appearance, but I still prefer this model and its MIPs screen. Also the software updates are constant, with the addition of new functionalities and that is highly appreciated. If you want to go for a walk or train, without your mobile phone and listen to music with Bluetooth headphones, you can do that too.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great all around fitness watch
on January 5, 2025
Posted by: Bot37
I have had a Garmin watch for for many years, I have had the Forerunner 955 Solar for 2 years or so. It is a great watch that can track many fitness and health metrics. I highly recommend.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Useful Health Metrics
on January 14, 2025
Posted by: Oshawott
I love my new watch because it has a long battery life and solar charges. The watch provides accurate GPS data and can track heart rate. The health measuring features such as stress, sleep, HRV, training readiness, training status, body battery, and heart rate all seem accurate, helping you decide what exercises to do. Additionally, the watch has a touch screen along with buttons making it easy to navigate through different screens. The best part about the watch is that it has a clear, always on MIP display.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
2 WEEKS IN
on January 18, 2025
Posted by: CannotRunner
Really liking the watch. Coming from a Samsung watch 3 there are mostly pros and some cons. The weight: Garmin 955 is way less heavy in a noticeable way that i didn't expect to like. The battery life: just wow.
I'm missing the find my phone feature, and 4g connectivity. And maybe i haven't figured it out, yet, but i wish i could design very specific watch faces
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
All around great sports watch.
on January 27, 2025
Posted by: Joe638
Great sportswatch, leaning more running centric. But I use it for everything from running to sailing.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
955 Solar
on January 29, 2025
Posted by: adamsoe
Bought in 2023, I loved using it but not the watch now keeps saying "battery to low to connect to wifi" even when fully charged so I cant refresh any playlists. On various forums other users have said the same issue without any resolution. I can't get hold of garmin service team so they clearly don't care. Now stuck with a watch that doesn't have full functionality
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great future
on February 21, 2025
Posted by: Papillón
I bought this a thirty six mouth ago and I´m so happy thay I did.
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