Garmin Forerunner® 255S, Smaller GPS Running Smartwatch, Advanced Insights, Long-Lasting Battery, Powder Gray , 41 MM

The Garmin Forerunner® 255S has truly become my absolute favorite smartwatch and has been a key tool through my fitness journey, here's why I love it:Adapting to My Workouts:Although labeled as a running smartwatch, it effortlessly fits into my diverse workout routine. Whether I'm hitting the gym, practicing yoga, or going for a nature walk, it tracks my progress with accuracy.Feels Like Nothing:The lightweight design is a game-changer. During workouts and even during sleep, I barely notice it's there, allowing me to focus solely on my routines.Accurate Insight:From heart rate monitoring to sleep tracking, it offers insights that help me tailor my workouts effectively and monitor my health data reliably and easily. Knowing I can rely on its data keeps me motivated.Part of My Day:Its sleek profile and customizable faces make it not just a workout companion, but an everyday accessory that reflects my style.No Worries About Charging:One thing I appreciate is its impressive battery life. It's a relief knowing I can wear it all day without needing to recharge constantly. For my use, it lasts 11 days before needing a charge. When It does need charging, it charges FAST!In short, the Garmin Forerunner® 255S is more than a gadget; it's a personal fitness partner. It adapts to my routine, offers accurate insights, and feels like a natural extension of my active lifestyle. Whether I'm lifting weights or running errands, it's a constant companion that helps me stay on track and motivated. I highly recommend this watch!

Excellent watch for marathon training!! I used to use Apple Watches but after my last marathon my battery was at 12% when I crossed the finish line(charged fully night before). I did not want to risk next race battery to die so I figured I’d give Garmin a shot. This has 12 days of battery life! So nice not having worry about charging every night after use. Everything this watch offers is near perfect accuracy with gps, sleep insight, heart rate, body battery and coaching. Great affordable watch!

I love the Forerunner 255S. Most importantly, the classic always-on screen is the best feature, and that's something they took away in the newer models. In the newer models, you have to pivot your wrist to get the motion sensor to turn on the display just to check the time, which is actually more annoying than you'd think. It's way more convenient to be able to see the time without doing anything unnatural.Secondly, I'd argue the lack of a touchscreen (compared to the Venu's) is actually a feature. When I bought this 2 years ago, I was coming from a touchscreen Garmin watch, and I was afraid I'd miss the touchscreen. I was wrong. The buttons are just as quick and easy to use, and if it's raining you can still use it, and most importantly if you're wearing a rain jacket, it doesn't randomly "touch" things on the screen (that would happen with my previous touchscreen watch when the rain jacket was wet and touching the screen).The battery life is ridiculously good, I only have to charge this like every 6 days and I use it for occasional 3 mile weekday runs and always keep it connected to my phone as a smartwatch for text messages. For longer hikes, the battery life is also ridiculously good. I'd struggle to find a reason to pay much more than what this watch costs, I think this watch is the perfect watch for 90% of people!

I am not a runner but I have been considering a Garmin watch for a long time because I am usually an active hiker. I haven't been as active for a while and I feel like the wellness tracking this device offers is helping me back on track. This has been one of those purchases that I wish I had pulled the trigger on sooner now that I have it.Combined with the web app I really love the amount of detail that I can get and the variety of things I can easily track. I've found the GPS tracking on my longer walks to be very accurate so far. I also enjoy the variety of customization options both native to the watch and through Connect IQ score.I know that the sleep, stress, body battery, etc, are not the most accurate, but they are still a great tool for getting a rough idea of where I can improve. For me, being called out by something as neutral as data is very helpful and I appreciate being able to see trends and make note of things that I could change for the better. I do have to take some of the body measurements with a grain of salt because of medications that I take, like the HRV-based stress readings (always high for me), so you should take that into consideration if you are prescribed any kind of medication that either stimulates or sedates.I am so glad I went with the smaller model, I am a petite person and it feels like the perfect size for my wrist. I don't find it to be obtrusive at all. I don't love the silicone band and went with an alternative that looks better at the office and doesn't bother my skin as much.

Very nice watch! Lots of customization. Perfect for the recreational user