Garmin Forerunner 255 Music

46 mm, Carbon, One size
Price in EUR including VAT, free shipping
79Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 3 tests
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Product details

Perfectly tuned for runners sport/GPS watch for training planning, recording and evaluation - with music connection.

Key specifications

Watch type
Smart watch
Main functions
Alarm, 
Alarm clock, 
Date display, 
Find my phone, 
Music functionalities, 
Payment system, 
Smart notifications, 
Timer, 
Weather
Operating system
Garmin
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Cycling, 
Fitness functions, 
Hiking, 
Mountaineering, 
Running, 
Swimming, 
Trail running
Operating system compatibility
Android, 
iOS
Case colour
White
Wristband colour
White
Item number
21377157

General information

Manufacturer
Garmin
Category
Sports watches + Smartwatches
Manufacturer no.
010-02641-31
Release date
28.2.2024

Colour

Exact colour description
White

Target group

Target group
Adults

Watch properties

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

Functions

Main functions
Alarm, 
Alarm clock, 
Date display, 
Find my phone, 
Music functionalities, 
Payment system, 
Smart notifications, 
Timer, 
Weather
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Cycling, 
Fitness functions, 
Hiking, 
Mountaineering, 
Running, 
Swimming, 
Trail running
Payment service
Garmin Pay
Sensors
Accelerometer, 
Barometer Sensor, 
Compass, 
Gyro sensor, 
Pulse Oximeter
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
White
Wristband material
Silicone
Wristband size
One size
Strap width
22 mm
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Bracelet changing system
QuickFit (Garmin)
Strap fastener
Buckle

Case properties

Case colour
White
Case material
Carbon
Glass
Gorilla Glass 3
Shape of watch
Round
Case diameter
46 mm
Case thickness
12.90 mm
Case material
Polymer

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)
14 days
Runtime (in GPS mode)
1.25 days
Number of batteries
1
Battery size
Device specific
Battery life
14 days
battery runtime
0.04 years

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Amazon Alexa
Smarthome communication standard
Garmin Connect

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charging/data cable, 
Documentation, 
Forerunner 255 Music

Product dimensions

Weight
49 g

Package dimensions

Length
16.60 cm
Width
7.20 cm
Height
6.50 cm
Weight
212 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
  • 7.Huawei
  • 8.OPPO
  • 9.Garmin
  • 10.Amazfit
  • 11.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.Google
  • 24.Huawei

Return rate

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

Source: Galaxus
  • 10.Hama
  • 11.Coros
  • 12.Garmin
  • 12.Samsung
  • 14.Apple
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good91/100
Very good80/100
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techstage.deSingle testReleaseAugust 2023
  • PositiveVery good workmanship
  • Positivegood battery life
  • PositiveIntegrated music memory (at extra charge)
  • Positivemany training and competition features for triathletes and runners
  • NegativeNo real unique selling propositions
  • NegativeRather unusable for strength athletes

With the Forerunner 255, Garmin actually offers an all-round carefree package for athletes who specialise in endurance training and triathlon: The price is fair compared to the features offered, the battery life is very good, especially compared to the competition, and buyers can enjoy the usual Garmin quality in terms of training and tracking features.

This test report belongs to a different type: Forerunner 255 Music (46 mm, Carbon, One size)
Very good83/100
Stiftung WarentestSingle testReleaseJune 2023

Many smartwatches and fitness wristbands tested are truly multi-talented: they serve as heart rate monitors and altimeters, count steps, calculate the length of distances covered as well as calorie consumption and analyse sleep patterns. Some can also be used to play music, make phone calls or send and receive messages from messenger services such as Whatsapp...

Very good94/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseAugust 2022
  • PositiveExcellent battery life
  • PositivePowerful sports functions with multisport
  • PositiveVery good display with always-on function
  • NegativeNo touch screen
  • NegativeNo integrated music player
  • NegativeNo time control for the display illumination