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title: "Forerunner 55 Easy to Use Lightweight GPS Running Smartwatch, Running and Training Guidance, Safety and Tracking Features included"
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# Built-in GPS for precise route & pace tracking Up to 14 days battery life in smartwatch mode Wrist-based heart rate monitor 24/7 Forerunner 55 Easy to Use Lightweight GPS Running Smartwatch, Running and Training Guidance, Safety and Tracking Features included

**Brand:** garmin
**Price:** B/.551
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏃‍♂️ Run smarter, recover better, and never miss a beat with Garmin Forerunner 55!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Forerunner 55 Easy to Use Lightweight GPS Running Smartwatch, Running and Training Guidance, Safety and Tracking Features included by garmin
- **How much does it cost?** B/.551 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/327034334-forerunner-55-easy-to-use-lightweight-gps-running-smartwatch-running)

## Best For

- garmin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted garmin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Long-Lasting Power:** Stay unplugged longer with up to 14 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and 20 hours with GPS active.
- • **Effortless GPS Tracking:** Pinpoint your runs with reliable, built-in GPS that maps your pace, distance, and route flawlessly.
- • **All-Day Wellness Insights:** Monitor heart rate, sleep, stress, and Body Battery energy to optimize recovery and performance.
- • **Lightweight & Comfortable:** At just 37 grams with a sleek 42mm design, it’s built to stay comfortable on every run and beyond.
- • **Personalized Training Plans:** Garmin Coach offers adaptive 5K to half-marathon plans with expert guidance tailored to your fitness level.

## Overview

The Garmin Forerunner 55 is a lightweight, easy-to-use GPS running smartwatch designed for runners of all levels. It features built-in GPS, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, and adaptive training plans via Garmin Coach. With up to 14 days of battery life, comprehensive wellness tracking, and a comfortable 42mm design, it offers reliable performance and insightful data to help you achieve your fitness goals without breaking the bank.

## Description

Garmin Forerunner 55, 42mm GPS running smartwatch, Aqua | Easy to use, lightweight, training guidance, safety & tracking features, up to 14 days battery life : desertcart.co.uk: Electronics & Photo

Review: Brilliant budget-friendly runner's watch - This is my third Garmin. I bought it to replace my Garmin Vivoactive 3 after it started having reliability issues. I'm really impressed - has all the functions I need for running and working with the Garmin coach plans. It's lightweight and not too big for my scrawny wrists - I didn't like the plastic strap but it was easy to replace with a cheap fabric strap (there are loads available on desertcart). The photo shows it during a Garmin coach "easy run" where I was trying to keep to around 7.30 per Km pace. You can see that it tells me the time left on that leg of the run, the distance run (at the bottom) and (at the top) how well I'm sticking to my target pace (the green zone). It gives me a warning when I get too far from my target pace. Good for people like me who tend to run too fast on the easy runs and also really useful for goal pace repeats and time trials. I'm mostly interesting in running and don't use any of the phone notification smart features so won't comment on those (I turned them all off) but it's ideal for what I need. I'd highly recommend for budget-conscious runners and it would be especially good for people new to running who want to use the Garmin app's built in training plans (up to half marathon) but don't want to spend a fortune on a higher end watch. The Garmin Connect app is user friendly and I had no problems setting up the new watch over Bluetooth. Fantastic watch for the price.
Review: Budget-friendly GPS running watch - I've had the Garmin Forerunner 55 for a little over 2 months at the time of writing this review. I purchased to replace a higher end smart device from a few years back (Huawei GT 2 PRO) which had compatibility issues with IOS and poor GPS tracking. I wanted something lightweight, comfortable and easy to use while running. Whether you're running on the road or hitting the trails, the watch provides reliable and precise tracking of your distance, pace, and route. This is essential for tracking your progress and analysing your runs. It includes a heart rate monitor, allowing you to keep an eye on your heart rate during your workouts. impressive battery stating up to two weeks in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS mode - I've not scientifically tested but I've been getting a good week and a half or so with regular 6-10k runs in. Sleep tracking also feels accurate when reviewing the data in the app vs how I feel that day. Its nice to be able to keep a track of hours slept/recovery. The Garmin connect app is also the best I've used with lots of insightful data from step tracking, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, body battery & setting running plans. You can also sign up to challenges and earn badges which adds a nice competitiveness if you have friends/family on the same platform. My personal favourite feature is having a physical start stop button - its a simple one but being able to hit start/stop when getting to a road junction and it working every time vs my old touch screen watch is really nice. Also helps with accuracy of running times. Overall, the Garmin Forerunner 55 is an excellent GPS running watch for those who are looking for a reliable and affordable device to track their runs. With its accurate GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, customizable display, and extensive training features, it provides all the essential tools to help you reach your running goals. While it may lack some advanced smartwatch features, its impressive battery life and user-friendly interface make it a solid choice for runners of all levels.

## Features

- Easy-to-use GPS running smartwatch monitors heart rate at the wrist and uses GPS to track how far, how fast and where you’ve run
- With the simple press of a button, a user can start their run or walk and track their time, distance, speed and more
- All-day activity tracking counts steps, calories, sleep and more
- Take the guesswork out of your runs with suggested workouts based on your training history, fitness level and recovery time
- Garmin Coach training plans offer on-screen guidance from expert coaches and free 5K, 10K or half-marathon training plans that adapt based on a runner’s goals
- Plan your race day strategy with the PacePro feature, which offers GPS-based pace guidance for a selected course or distance
- Run your best with helpful training tools, including race time predictions and finish time estimates
- Track all the ways you move with built-in activity profiles for running, cycling, track run, virtual run, pool swim, yoga, breathwork and more
- Tune in to your body with advanced wellness features, such as intensity minutes, fitness age, Body Battery energy monitoring, stress tracking and more
- Automatically upload activities to the Garmin Connect app, and download custom watch faces, data fields and apps from the Connect IQ Store

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0953VK51D |
| Age Range Description | Youth |
| Band Colour | Original |
| Band Material Type | Silicone |
| Band Width | 5 Millimetres |
| Battery Average Life | 12 Hours |
| Battery Capacity | 200 Milliamp Hours |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Polymer |
| Battery Power | 3600 |
| Battery capacity | 200 Milliamp Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 187 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 1 in GPS Running Monitors |
| Box Contents | Forerunner 55, charging Cable, Quick Start Guide |
| Brand Name | Garmin |
| Case Material Type | Resin |
| Clasp Type | Armband |
| Closure Type | Buckle |
| Colour | Aqua |
| Communication Feature | Notification |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Compatible Phone Models | All current iPhone models with iOS, all current Android smartphones |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technology | Bluetooth |
| Controller Type | Touchscreen and Voice Control |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 11,521 Reviews |
| Display Type | MIP |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicável |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | Built-in GPS |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00753759279653 |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Item Dimensions | 42 x 42 x 12 millimetres |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15D x 15W x 10H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Forerunner 55, GPS, EU, Aqua |
| Item Weight | 37 Grams |
| Language | English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 64 MB |
| Memory storage capacity | 64 MB |
| Metrics Measured | Heart Monitor |
| Model Name | Forerunner 55 |
| Model Number | 010-02562-12 |
| Operating System | Standard |
| Operating system | Standard |
| Product Features | GPS, Heart Rate Monitor |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Resolution | 208 x |
| Screen Size | 1.04 Inches |
| Shape | Round |
| Special feature | GPS, Heart Rate Monitor |
| Sport Type | Cycling, Running |
| Style Name | Smartwatch |
| Supported Application | Fitness Tracker |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| Target Audience | Unisex Adult |
| UPC | 753759279653 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Depth | 50 Metres |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Waterproof Rating | IPX7 |
| Wearable Computer Type | Smart Watch |
| Wireless Compability | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Provider | Unlocked |
| Wireless communication standard | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Battery capacity:** 200 Milliamp Hours
- **Battery cell composition:** Lithium Polymer
- **Connectivity technology:** Bluetooth
- **GPS:** Built-in GPS
- **Memory storage capacity:** 64 MB
- **Operating system:** Standard
- **Screen size:** 1.04 Inches
- **Shape:** Round
- **Special feature:** GPS, Heart Rate Monitor
- **Wireless communication standard:** Bluetooth

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it track your daily steps automatically without doing an activity?**
A: It does but really badly.  I frequently walk tens of metres with it registering no steps at all.  It helps if you wave your arms about as you walk.

**Q: Does it show the weather .**
A: Yes it does, plus you can download weather apps/widgets from the Garmin Connect Store.

**Q: How long is the strap?**
A: 22 cm

**Q: Does it calculate calories burned?**
A: Yes.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant budget-friendly runner's watch
*by A***R on 4 September 2026*

This is my third Garmin. I bought it to replace my Garmin Vivoactive 3 after it started having reliability issues. I'm really impressed - has all the functions I need for running and working with the Garmin coach plans. It's lightweight and not too big for my scrawny wrists - I didn't like the plastic strap but it was easy to replace with a cheap fabric strap (there are loads available on Amazon). The photo shows it during a Garmin coach "easy run" where I was trying to keep to around 7.30 per Km pace. You can see that it tells me the time left on that leg of the run, the distance run (at the bottom) and (at the top) how well I'm sticking to my target pace (the green zone). It gives me a warning when I get too far from my target pace. Good for people like me who tend to run too fast on the easy runs and also really useful for goal pace repeats and time trials. I'm mostly interesting in running and don't use any of the phone notification smart features so won't comment on those (I turned them all off) but it's ideal for what I need. I'd highly recommend for budget-conscious runners and it would be especially good for people new to running who want to use the Garmin app's built in training plans (up to half marathon) but don't want to spend a fortune on a higher end watch. The Garmin Connect app is user friendly and I had no problems setting up the new watch over Bluetooth. Fantastic watch for the price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Budget-friendly GPS running watch
*by C***N on 31 May 2023*

I've had the Garmin Forerunner 55 for a little over 2 months at the time of writing this review. I purchased to replace a higher end smart device from a few years back (Huawei GT 2 PRO) which had compatibility issues with IOS and poor GPS tracking. I wanted something lightweight, comfortable and easy to use while running. Whether you're running on the road or hitting the trails, the watch provides reliable and precise tracking of your distance, pace, and route. This is essential for tracking your progress and analysing your runs. It includes a heart rate monitor, allowing you to keep an eye on your heart rate during your workouts. impressive battery stating up to two weeks in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS mode - I've not scientifically tested but I've been getting a good week and a half or so with regular 6-10k runs in. Sleep tracking also feels accurate when reviewing the data in the app vs how I feel that day. Its nice to be able to keep a track of hours slept/recovery. The Garmin connect app is also the best I've used with lots of insightful data from step tracking, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, body battery & setting running plans. You can also sign up to challenges and earn badges which adds a nice competitiveness if you have friends/family on the same platform. My personal favourite feature is having a physical start stop button - its a simple one but being able to hit start/stop when getting to a road junction and it working every time vs my old touch screen watch is really nice. Also helps with accuracy of running times. Overall, the Garmin Forerunner 55 is an excellent GPS running watch for those who are looking for a reliable and affordable device to track their runs. With its accurate GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, customizable display, and extensive training features, it provides all the essential tools to help you reach your running goals. While it may lack some advanced smartwatch features, its impressive battery life and user-friendly interface make it a solid choice for runners of all levels.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great fitness device
*by N***L on 23 January 2025*

I am really pleased with this purchase. Very reasonably priced for the type of device. I really like Garmin and the Garmin app from previously owning a vivoactive 3 which gave up after a good few years of use. The forerunner 55 suits my needs better than the vivoactive in that it is button operated rather than touch screen. I often lost activities with the vivoactive dueSee to a coat or running jacket operating the screen. The forerunner 55 is a much more definite function operation which I really like. I've used the watch for hiking and running so far and it's been brilliant regarding information, GPS tracking, linking to Strava, etc. The battery life between charges seems very good so far. I also really like the fact you need to push a button to illuminated the watch rather than it light up on movement as the vivoactive did. The watch still lights up when lifting to view during an activity which is perfect for me. I have also started using Garmin coach for a running aim and this is a brilliant motivator as well as stopping me overtraining which I have done in the past. Thoroughly recommend Garmin and this device for ease of use, practicality, toughness, training options and how it looks.

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