Garmin Forerunner 55 GPS Running Smartwatch, Black

I have owned this watch for a while so that I'm now familiar with many (but not all) of its functions. I originally used it for running. Now I use it for walking/hiking, cardio workouts, HIIT, and strength training. And that is just scratching surface of what it will do (please don't ask about other functions -- there are many I have not used). It holds a charge well and the time it takes to recharge is fast. The watch receives a GPS signal quickly when preparing to walk or run. When saving an exercise activity, it will sync to your smartphone. You can then upload the data to the Garmin online app. You can review the details of your activity when done with the phone app which provides a wealth of information. The heart rate data appears to be reasonably accurate when I have compared its measure of resting rate to that of other devices. Finally, if you get a text message to your phone and the phone is nearby (in your pocket, etc), the text will briefly appear on the watch. While it is not the top of the line Garmin watch, I am hard pressed to find any fault with it. Sure, some Garmin models play music. But on those occasions where I want music, I can either use my phone or my mp3 player.

Purchased for my daughter. She loves it. Garmin is always the best!

A mi hijo le encantó

Love it.

The battery is very good, it's comfortable to use. In the photo, it looks a bit bigger than it actually is. The Garmin interface is excellent. I recommend this watch for those who want to start tracking their workouts and rest

This GPS watch is worth every dollar!First, I love that I could customize the watch face!It shows the characteristics!!!After Sync to Strava all the records are uploaded automatically and almost instantly!I actually fell during one of my trail run. The watch actual detected and used my phone to text my emergency contact!Of course, I use this watch to find my phone a lot!!!

I bought this model December 2022, and right from the beginning the watch is defective. The GPS hardly works, the battery only last one day. The sphere is too dark and if there’s isn’t enough light you won’t be able to see the numbers. Llevo años usando esta marca y he tenido dos modelos anteriores que funcionaban a la perfección. Este modelo desde el principio no me gustó lo siguiente.La esfera es muy oscura y los números no se ven bien donde no hay claridad. El GPS no funciona bien, para cogerlo dura hasta 15 minutos. Los segundos se retrasan y nunca tienen la hora exacta.

Purchased this watch for son who is just getting into running. It's also a great first watch without all the distractions of a smart watch like the Apple Watch that can oftentimes be banded in some school for obvious reasons. This watch is great for a number of reasons.1. Build quality2. Packed with an abundance of features at this price point3. Ease of use and simplicity4. Good looking5. Reasonably priced