Garmin Forerunner 255S Music

41 mm, Carbon, One size
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45Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 1 test
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Product details

Touchscreen: No, Connectivity options: ANT+, Bluetooth, Compass: Yes, Running time in GPS mode: 5.5 h, Running time without GPS: 288 h, Water protection strength: Rain/showers, Swimming.

Key specifications

Watch type
Sports watch
Main functions
Calorie consumption measurement, 
Datebooks, 
Emergency call function, 
Find my phone, 
Music functionalities, 
Oxygen saturation, 
Pedometers, 
Respiratory rate, 
Stopwatch, 
Timer, 
Weather
Operating system
Garmin
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Barometric altitude, 
Cycling, 
Fitness functions, 
Interval training, 
Rowing, 
Running, 
Swimming, 
Yoga
Operating system compatibility
Android, 
iOS
Case colour
Black
Wristband colour
Black
Item number
21982291

General information

Manufacturer
Garmin
Category
Sports watches + Smartwatches
Manufacturer no.
010-02641-32
Release date
28.2.2024

Colour

Exact colour description
Black

Target group

Target group
Adults

Watch properties

Watch type
Sports watch
Durability
Waterproof (5 ATM)
Protection type (IP code)
Waterproof
Operating system
Garmin
Operating system compatibility
Android, 
iOS
Integrated components
Microphone, 
Speakers

Functions

Main functions
Calorie consumption measurement, 
Datebooks, 
Emergency call function, 
Find my phone, 
Music functionalities, 
Oxygen saturation, 
Pedometers, 
Respiratory rate, 
Stopwatch, 
Timer, 
Weather
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Barometric altitude, 
Cycling, 
Fitness functions, 
Interval training, 
Rowing, 
Running, 
Swimming, 
Yoga
Payment service
Garmin Pay
Sensors
Accelerometer, 
Barometer Sensor, 
Compass, 
Gyro sensor, 
Heart rate sensor
Type of satellite navigation system
Galileo, 
GLONASS, 
GPS

Display properties

Time display
Digital
Screen technology
MIP display
Display size (inches)
1.30"
Image resolution
260 x 260 pixels

Wristband properties

Wristband colour
Black
Wristband material
Silicone
Wristband size
One size
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Bracelet changing system
QuickFit (Garmin)
Strap fastener
Buckle

Case properties

Case colour
Black
Case material
Carbon
Glass
Gorilla Glass 3
Shape of watch
Round
Case diameter
41 mm
Case thickness
12.90 mm

Connectivity

Connectivity
ANT+, 
Bluetooth

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
4 GB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life (without GPS)
12 days
Runtime (in GPS mode)
0.23 days
Standby time
25 h
Number of batteries
1
Battery life
1.25 days

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Amazon Alexa
Smarthome communication standard
Amazon Alexa

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charging/data cable, 
Documentation

Product dimensions

Weight
49 g

Package dimensions

Length
18.70 cm
Width
10.60 cm
Height
6.80 cm
Weight
206 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.Huawei
  • 7.OPPO
  • 8.Garmin
  • 9.Amazfit
  • 9.Polar

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 19.TCL
  • 21.Polar
  • 22.Garmin
  • 22.Huawei
  • 24.Google

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 11.Hama
  • 12.Samsung
  • 13.Garmin
  • 14.Xplora
  • 15.Apple
Source: Galaxus

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Very good84/100Rank 1 out of 6
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  • PositiveLong runtime
  • PositiveMuch adjustable
  • Positivewith music player and pay function
  • NegativeContrastless display without touch screen
  • Negativesomewhat complicated to operate

Garmin's Forerunner models are pleasantly lightweight and packed with exciting functions for training. In the tested, they did their job well. Garmin has improved the overview of the many menus, but the operation remains complicated, especially since the watch can only be controlled via five buttons without a touchscreen.

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