Garmin Forerunner 255
Fitness Trackers

Forerunner 255

Garmin

Released Jun 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Apr 10, 2026

Garmin Forerunner 255 in the Fitness Trackers category. The Garmin Forerunner 255 scores 86/100 based on 9 expert reviews in the fitness trackers category. Coverage includes reviews from Weeviews, Tomsguide, Dcrainmaker, and Theguardian.

Critic Score

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86

based on 9 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Long battery life(5)
  • Lightweight and comfortable(4)
  • Good gps accuracy(3)
  • Multisport(3)
  • Two sizes available(2)

Cons

  • No touchscreen(4)
  • No training readiness(4)
  • Pricey(3)

9 Expert Reviews

92
Independent publication08/2025

Best running-focused watch I've ever had. Easy to use, customizable, and comfortable.

90
Major publication08/2022

The Garmin Forerunner 255 has everything you could ever want from a running watch.

85
Established publication06/2022

The Garmin Forerunner 255 is a highly capable multisport watch that offers excellent GPS accuracy, comprehensive training features, and competitive pricing, making it a strong choice for athletes.

85
Major publication07/2022

Thin, light, comfortable and highly customisable, the Forerunner 255 is a great sporting companion as long as you don't need offline maps.

85
Independent publication06/2022

The Garmin Forerunner 255 and 955 offer significant improvements in GPS accuracy and new features, making them top choices for runners and triathletes.

85
Independent publication07/2022

A superb running watch with features that seasoned runners will love.

85
Independent publication07/2022

The Garmin Forerunner 255 represents a big step up from the 245, and is now a fully fledged triathlon watch.

83
Independent publication05/2023

The Garmin Forerunner 255 can do everything a cycling head unit can do and a lot more since it can live on your wrist analysing your heart rate and sleep, keeping track of your health as well as your ...

80
Major publication01/2023

Garmin's latest wearable for runners and triathletes adds a new Morning Report to track your daily fitness.