Garmin Forerunner 955 GPS Smartwatch with Touchscreen, Full-Color Display, Long-Lasting 80-Hour Battery. Ideal for Triathletes and Outdoor Adventures

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$437.76
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  • Model Name Forerunner 955
  • Vehicle Service Type Bicycle
  • Screen Size 1.3 Inches
  • Special Feature Touchscreen
  • Connectivity Technology Bluetooth, USB
  • Map Type Satellite
  • Sport Training, Track & Field, Exercise & Fitness, Running, Outdoor Lifestyle
  • Included Components Forerunner 955; Charging/data Cable; documentation
  • Battery Life 80 Hours
Description

Experience the ultimate in wearable technology with the Forerunner 955. Featuring an always-on, full-color display, it's lightweight and easy to read, even in direct sunlight. Enjoy unmatched battery life, with up to 15 days in smartwatch mode, 42 hours in GPS mode, and an impressive 80 hours in UltraTrac mode. Navigate your journey effortlessly with both button controls and a responsive touchscreen.

Stay on track, whether you’re running city streets or cycling rugged trails, thanks to full-color built-in maps. The Forerunner 955 accesses multiple global navigation satellite systems, providing superior accuracy in challenging environments. Receive a daily training readiness score based on your sleep, recovery, and training, so you always know if it's a day to push hard or take it easy.

Prepare for your next race with the race widget, offering training tips, personalized daily workouts, and completion time predictions based on course details and weather. The Forerunner 955 isn't just a smartwatch; it's your ultimate training companion, designed to help you achieve your best performance, every day.

Product Highlights

Discover the power and precision of the Garmin Forerunner® 955, a GPS running smartwatch tailored for triathletes. Stay on top of your fitness goals with this advanced device that offers up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 42 hours in GPS mode.

Features:

  • Display: The always-on, full-color display is easy to read, even in direct sunlight, ensuring you won’t miss any vital information.
  • Battery Life: Up to 80 hours in UltraTrac mode, perfect for extended training and outdoor adventures.
  • Navigation: Equipped with full-color, built-in mapping and access to multiple global navigation satellite systems, providing superior accuracy even in challenging environments.
  • Control Options: Enjoy the flexibility of traditional button controls or a responsive touchscreen, making it easy to navigate maps and stats.
  • Training Readiness: Get a training readiness score each morning based on sleep quality, recovery, and training metrics to determine if it's a good day to push hard or take it easy.
  • Race Preparation: Utilize the race widget for training tips, personalized workout suggestions, and completion time predictions tailored to your next race’s specifics.

Elevate your training and outdoor exploration with the Garmin Forerunner® 955. It's not just a smartwatch; it's a comprehensive fitness partner designed to help you achieve peak performance.

Customer Insights

POSITIVE
High Precision GPS

Consistently praised for its accurate GPS functionality.

Impressive Battery Life

Long-lasting battery, lasting up to 14 days in smartwatch mode and around 9-10 days with regular use.

Wide Range of Features

Extensive set of performance tracking features, including advanced health metrics like heart rate variability and sleep monitoring.

User-Friendly Interface

Intuitive interface makes it easy to navigate and operate.

Durable and Robust Design

Reliable build quality with sturdy buttons and a superior charger compared to older models.

Performance in Different Conditions

Works effectively in various conditions, including underwater heart rate monitoring.

Comfortable to Wear

Comfortable design makes it suitable for daily use and extended wear.

NEGATIVE
Touchscreen Issues

Some users find the touchscreen haptic feedback irritating and have turned it off.

Size

The watch is larger compared to older models, which might be an issue for some.

App Synchronization

Occasional syncing issues with the Connect app, particularly with Body Battery information.

Lap Detection

Swim lap detection is marginally better than older models but still not perfect.

Customization

Users who expect personalized settings might find limitations, especially without a factory reset.

Interface Overload

The extensive features can be overwhelming for users unfamiliar with advanced smartwatch functions.

Upgrade Necessity

Users coming from older models only notice marginal improvements, questioning the necessity of the upgrade.

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