Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Forerunner 255 Music GPS Smartwatch 46 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Whitestone - (2022)
Average customer rating
4.4
(212 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 212 reviews
5 Stars
143
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
9
1 Star
13
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Forerunner 255 Music GPS Smartwatch 46 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Whitestone - (2022)
Customer Rating
5
AMAZING WATCH
on April 11, 2025
Posted by: felowish
Im glad that I bought this watch, it tracks perfectly my runs and it has gotten me a lot of compliments
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
More Running Upgrades!
on April 18, 2025
Posted by: DBofDE
I had a Garmin 245 and decided to upgrade to the 255. The 255 has better navigation to use some of the features that were more difficult to access on the 245. There are several features on the 255 that make this watch more useful. Still waiting for Garmin to make a watch with cellular capability.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great features!
on April 19, 2025
Posted by: Jewels40
I love how tracking my health and activities are easy, helps keep me motivated to stay active and healthy!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Functional and exactly what I was looking for.
on April 23, 2025
Posted by: Joelofalltrades
Started with the instinct 2 thinking I was going to absolutely destroy my first smartwatch but was not happy with the inability to listen to music through it as well as the limitations with the screen. Got ahold of the forerunner 255 music and love it. Everything I need without being distracting. 500 s o no memory was a huge plus and battery typically lasts me 2.5 days before I've gotten near the danger zone. Typically before then I charge it while washing dishes and I'm good to go again. Excellent first smart watch.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Amazing features
on April 26, 2025
Posted by: Tswift
I bought this watch probably two weeks ago now and I’m so glad I made the switch from the Apple Watch to my Garmin. It gives me amazing metrics on my running and workouts. I’m absolutely in love with it
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Wow! What a difference!!
on April 28, 2025
Posted by: JorgeM
I love love love my Apple Watch until I got this watch! It’s been amazing, I was worried about getting the “older” model but have absolutely zero regrets! Just do it!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Multiple issues after making the switch from 645
on May 8, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
I recently transitioned from the Forerunner 645 Music to the Forerunner 255 Music, but unfortunately, the experience has been frustrating rather than an upgrade. Upon receiving the device, Garmin support had to send me a USB-C cable so I could install Garmin software on my MacBook and update the watch, as it arrived without the necessary software pre-installed.
I've attempted to use the watch for cardio, swimming, and cycling, but it consistently fails to track activities accurately and often stops on its own without any input. Additionally, the backlight feature is unreliable—working less than 10% of the time—and the watch face resets every morning, requiring me to manually reconfigure it each day.
Overall, it’s been a disappointing experience. I've been a longtime fan of Garmin products, but these ongoing issues are making me seriously consider switching to an Apple Watch.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great watch
on May 13, 2025
Posted by: RunMig
Solid watch with a good size screen. Light weight. Battery is good, lasts anywhere between 12 to 16 days depending on how much you're in GPS mode. Customize it with watch straps and screen protectors. Big fan of Garmin watches and this one is up there!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin