Garmin GPS Running Watches

When faced with multiple watches boasting an impressive haul of features and excellent battery life, it can be tricky to decide on the best running watch for you! When it comes to choosing a Garmin running watch, our advice is to let the type of running you do determine which watch you buy.

The Forerunner 55 GPS running smartwatch has all the fundamental features a runner needs, plus suggested workouts and guided training plans. This makes it a solid choice for those looking to step up from a basic fitness tracker and get more serious about their running.

If you’re an improver runner after advanced training and recovery insights to run at a higher level or notch your best time yet, the Forerunner 255 GPS running smartwatch is a brilliant option. It benefits from new features including the race widget, heart rate variability (HRV) tracking, and multi-band GPS support. Multi-band uses multiple satellite frequencies to provide better, stronger and more accurate tracking in environments susceptible to signal disruption, such as urban areas dominated by tall buildings like Canary Wharf and forest parks where there’s a lot of tree cover.

The 255 comes in two versions: Garmin Forerunner 255 (non-music) and Garmin Forerunner 255 Music (capable of storing music). Both versions are available in standard size or ‘S’ size – the S variants featuring a 5mm reduction in watch casing size, perfect for runners with smaller wrists.

If you’re a serious runner or triathlete who wants the absolute best in functionality and performance, the Forerunner 955 GPS running smartwatch is the model for you.