Garmin
Forerunner 55
Based on 173 Reddit mentions
$159.00
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Does a watch for running really make a difference?
My Garmin 265 really has done me wonders in terms of not having to carry too much on a run. I've always hated taking my phone to time anything and the Garmin has been incredibly useful in terms of accuracy of my runs, HR, etc. Measures my sleep data, body battery, and other useful tidbits. You can g
...PaleontologistOwn505 in r/BeginnersRunning
December 17, 2025 3:50 AM
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Vossa compra wow
Se andas de avião: Phones com noise cancelling Se não andas de avião: Phones com noise cancelling (Arranjei há uns anos uns da anker, os SC Liberty 4NC foram dos 50 paus mais bem gastos que tive. Não faltam opções decentes, mas estes são porreiros para chamadas e a bateria dura imenso). Outras coisa
...afonsorrmp in r/portugal
November 23, 2025 2:08 AM
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Watch Recs - Garmin
Garmin forerunner 55 :)Got everything a watch needs, for an OK price.
ren_dier in r/runningfashion
December 30, 2025 2:21 PM
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Watch recs
I also have a garmin forerunner 265s- and love it- I upgraded from the forerunner 55. I liked the 55, but upgraded bc I was ready to track more activities and was interested in the other stats- but the forerunner 55- allowed me to track my runs, walks, yoga, and strength-and is a bit more affordable
...kimchihighpriestess in r/XXRunning
June 8, 2025 5:28 PM
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Is Garmin worth it?
I've really liked all of my Garmin watches! Check out anything from the Forerunner line, like the Forerunner 55. And highly recommend getting a refurbished/used one to save money, if that's an issue for you. You can get the 55, 45, or 35 for a pretty good deal refurbished/used.
ashtree35 in r/XXRunning
October 6, 2025 11:25 AM
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Fenix 8 Pro is useless...
I mean, Garmin Fenix are specialist watches geared towards specific purposes. If you are just a casual active person, they are way cheaper options from Samsung or Apple, but also from Garmin, (forerunner 55 for example). If you are a bit more serious, you can buy a mid range device. The Fenix line i
...Bikes_are_funnnn in r/GarminFenix
September 4, 2025 10:02 AM
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Just started running and I’m exhausted in 20 seconds. Zero stamina. Feeling lost.
Make sure your "running" pace is slow. It may actually feel too slow at first. When your stamina runs out, walk for a while. It's fine, nobody cares, there's no fail state here (other than not trying at all). Tomorrow if your legs/feet hurt or feel tired, just walk. If they feel fine, throw in some
...Im_A_Boozehound in r/BeginnersRunning
January 15, 2026 6:29 PM
5
How do you track your running without a watch?
I’ve been using Garmin for 10+ years and it keeps track of everything. You can get an entry level fitness watch for around $150 (the Forerunner 55). It will be way less complicated as your runs/workouts automatically download to the Garmin app from the watch. Takes zero work. I’ve never used Strava
...Humble-Lab-3950 in r/XXRunning
February 5, 2026 7:09 PM
5
Best watch?
A Garmin Forerunner 55 is a decent cheap smart watch costing around $150 US. No watch is really going to handle skydrol so you have to rinse it off with IPA if it gets contaminated. By smart I mean that is is good enough to stay connected via bluetooth without any hassle and show you texts/incoming
...Fridgeowl in r/aviationmaintenance
March 24, 2026 6:58 PM
5
thinking of getting a running smartwatch
Garmin - FR55, 165 if nakakaluwag, 255 or 265 if mayaman Coros - Pace 3, Pace 4, or Even Pace Pro Narrow your choices between these 2 brands since you specify that you will be using it for running.Upgraded from fr165 to fr255 mainly because of MIP haha hindi ko trip amoled.
Forward_Holiday5621 in r/PHRunners
February 17, 2026 12:29 PM
5