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Highlights
- · Built with an always-on, full-color display that’s light on the wrist and easy to read even in direct sunlight
- · Battery life: up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode for a full picture of your health — from sleep to training; plus, get up to 42 hours in GPS mode and up to 80 hours in UltraTrac™ mode
- · Click or swipe through maps and stats with traditional button controls or a new, responsive touchscreen
- · Whether you’re running on city streets or riding densely covered trails, Forerunner® 955 provides full-color, built-in mapping to keep you on track
- · Access multiple global navigation satellite systems, and get access to multiple frequencies sent by navigation satellites for improved accuracy in areas where GNSS signals are reflected, weak or typically don't penetrate — giving you superior accuracy for how far and how fast you’ve run — even in challenging environments
- · From the moment you wake up, get a training readiness score based on your sleep quality, recovery, training and more, so you can determine whether it’s a good day to go hard — or take it easy
- · Get ready for your next race with race widget — which provides training tips, personalized daily suggested workouts and completion time predictions based on course details, weather and performance
- · Using new indicators such as HRV status, your recent exercise history and performance, get an easy insight into your overall effort with training status — and know whether you’re training productively, peaking or strained
- · Receive an overview of your sleep, recovery and training outlook as soon as you wake up with morning report — alongside HRV status, training readiness and weather; you can even customize your report to show what you want to see (This device is intended to give an estimate of your activity and metrics)
- · With HRV status, gain a deeper understanding of your overall health, recovery and training performance through HRV while you sleep, based on technology developed by our Firstbeat Analytics™ team (This device is intended to give an estimate of your activity and metrics)
- · With daily suggested workouts, view your entire week of daily suggested workouts, which adapt after every run to match your performance and recovery
- · With running power, get a continuous measurement on your wrist of how much power you’re applying to the road as you run when using a Running Dynamics Pod or HRM-Pro™ monitor (sold separately)
- · Use real-time stamina to track and manage your exertion — and help avoid overexerting at the start of your run or bike ride
- · When using a Running Dynamics Pod or HRM-Pro™ monitor (sold separately), the Forerunner® 955 watch measures crucial running metrics such as cadence, stride length, ground contact time and balance, and more
- · Switch up your workouts with 30+ activity profiles, including cycling, triathlon, pool and open-water swimming, track running and more; for races and brick workouts, switch sports with a single button press
- · If you feel unsafe or if your watch senses that an incident occurred, Assistance and incident detection features send messages with your location to emergency contacts; incident detection is enabled by default for select activity profiles only (Requires setup and your smartphone to be in an area with network coverage where data connectivity is available)
- · See your health and fitness information, connect and compete with friends, sign up for challenges to earn badges and more — all in one free, zero-subscription app
- · Download custom watch faces, add data fields, and get apps and widgets from the Connect IQ™ Store app downloaded on your compatible smartphone
Description
Lead the pack with Forerunner® 955, the premium GPS running and triathlon smartwatch. The training readiness feature tells you when you’re primed for a productive session, while daily suggested workouts adapt to your performance and recovery alongside the race widget, which provides training tips, course details and completion time predictions. With morning report, you can get an overview of your sleep, recovery, training and more — as well as a picture of your overall health with heart rate variability (HRV) status (This device is intended to give an estimate of your activity and metrics). On the run, new multi-band GPS and full-color, built-in maps, help you navigate confidently. And with traditional buttons and a touch display, it has never been easier to tap into your training status and know whether you’re training productively, peaking or strained. If you’re pushing toward the podium — or to the very limits — Forerunner 955 is by your side with up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
Features: White (band)
Weight: .77 Pounds
Water Resistance: Water-Resistant
Product Model: Garmin Forerunner 945
Electronics Features: Compass, Changeable Bands, Lap Time, Stopwatch, Mobile Payment Technology, Built-In GPS, Reminders to Move, Music Capabilities, Target Zone Alarms, Gyroscope, Touchscreen Display, Text Notifications, Call Notifications, Customizable Watch Faces
Connection Type: USB
Material: Watch Band: Silicone
Includes: User Manual, Charging Cable
Operating System Compatibility: Apple iOS, Android
Wireless Technology: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Screen Size: 1.3 Inches
Activities tracked: Swimming, Dynamic Workout Activities, Skiing, Multisport Modes, Running, Climbing, Daily Workout Memory, Pilates, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Elliptical Training, Custom Activity Tracking, Weights, Cycling, Yoga
Maximum Battery Charge Life: 15 Days
Metrics Measured: Active Minutes, Speed, Daily Distance, Stress Level, Heart Rate, Elevation Climbed, Sleep Interruptions, Floors Climbed, Sleep Duration, Sleep Quality, Calories Burned, Sleep Stages, Average Speed, Maximum Speed, VO2 Max
Material: Polycarbonate
Battery: 1 Non-Universal Lithium Ion, Required, Included
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 86823695
UPC: 753759297039
Item Number (DPCI): 057-03-9965
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 3.9 inches length x 3.9 inches width x 3.9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.5 pounds
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Summary of reviews
The Garmin Forerunner 955 is a highly praised fitness watch that excels in various sports tracking, offering impressive battery life and a wealth of features. Guests appreciate its lightweight design, accurate heart rate monitoring, and seamless integration with fitness apps. The touchscreen interface and customizable options enhance user experience, making it suitable for both casual and serious athletes. However, some guests have noted issues with the swim tracking accuracy and occasional software glitches.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.6 out of 5 stars with 373 reviews
quality: 4 out of 5
value: 3.5 out of 5
50% would recommend
2 recommendations
Great feature
5 out of 5 stars
Monadb - 6 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I love this watch, . It’s comfortable on the wrist and highly customizable with a wide range of bands and watch faces.
Fantastic for my needs
4 out of 5 stars
Billdozer - 6 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I upgraded from an older Apple Watch, and it has been amazing. It has been great for tracking all my activities
So good I probably don't need it
5 out of 5 stars
Rock67 - 14 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
This watch is too good for me. I am a competitive martial artist and I run frequently for training, so I figured having a dedicated smartwatch for running would be useful. And it is - the Forerunner 955 has provided me with such detailed tracking and metrics that I have become a much better runner! The thing is, I don't need 95% of the things that it tells me. What even is "vertical oscillation?" And why is mine so bad? I have no clue. In that sense, I probably should have gone for the Venu or maybe a cheaper Forerunner - I'm a pretty serious athlete, but unless you're a truly elite runner, this watch is probably too advanced for you. That being said, everything this watch does - wild running metrics included - it does fantastically well. The sleep tracking is so accurate I sometimes have trouble believing it, and the HR and pulse ox sensors are always reliable (with the occasional few seconds where my heart rate shoots up and the watch is slow to track it). The stress and body battery features are useful too, and usually align with how I feel. I love how detailed the fitness metrics are as well - knowing my VO2 max and lactate threshold has been so helpful for me in improving my running! The pace tracker and GPS are darn near flawless as well, and the personalized running plans are very useful. Don't even get me started on the training readiness - I have a habit of overtraining, so this feature has been great in helping me avoid excessive fatigue and pain. Overall, this is a must-buy for top-tier runners, and well worth the money for anyone who calls themselves an athlete. Keep in mind, however, that you really don't need most of the things it can do unless you are at a very high level of competition.
Big face
3 out of 5 stars
SplashMtn - 15 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
Returned it. Face was too big. Never able to load my music. Too many bells and whistles for my needs.
Love it
5 out of 5 stars
Always push forward - 16 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
This watch is great. Using it to train for an ironman. Only issue i have is during swimming it won't count the laps you train with a kickboard. Also during strength training your reps may need to be adjusted but besides those small issue I love it.
Great watch
5 out of 5 stars
Asukaeric - 28 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I am training for marathon, this watch has more than I expected. Very happy I made the decision
Too much
3 out of 5 stars
Gary 71 - 29 days ago
originally posted on Garmin
I purchased this watch because it had the longest GPS mode battery life. It replaced a five year old Forerunner 245. I don’t listen to recorded music while running, preferring the music of birds, the wind and my heart. This watch every day pops up with “Tip - hold down for music”. And every time I save a run it forces me to select an effort level and a how I feel icon. This is data I am not interested in and it should be easy to tell it not to ask but I have not yet figured out how. The watch is also too big for my skinny runner wrist. I do like the battery life, the touch screen and the spare watch band loop that came with it. Also I find it very cumbersome to create a new activity type versus the old 245.
The forerunner replaced my Apple Watch
5 out of 5 stars
Joe brown - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
As a lifelong apple user concerned about leaving the ecosystem, I sought a better alternative. Despite my daily workouts and cardio routine, I had issues with Apple Watch battery life and performance tracking. My fiancée’s Farming Forerunner 65 series impressed me, and I found the 955 cheaper with better data. I’ve been delighted with the watch’s lightness, long battery life, and accurate performance tracking.
Good enough
4 out of 5 stars
EastB - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
Had a few issues here and there with workout recording. The battery life is exceptional….. as long as you don’t have the hr monitor running. Turn the screen brightness down, and have a very simple watch face if you want to take advantage of the battery life. Could be better overall but salvageable.
Nice upgrade, except for the battery
4 out of 5 stars
allday - 1 month ago
originally posted on Garmin
I recently upgraded from a 935 to a 955. I am enjoying the added features, but the battery life is disappointing so far. The 955 is supposed to last 14 days in smartwatch mode (I am not currently working out) but is down below 20% in less than a week.
Best watch ever
5 out of 5 stars
Putter - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
Between the long battery life and easy to read display can't beat it for the cost.
Heart rate for skate skiing greatly improved
5 out of 5 stars
- 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
Heart rate for skate skiing greatly improved. Thank yiu
955
5 out of 5 stars
t2coachwendy - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
Upgraded from 945 to 955 nice to have a heart rate monitor that is more accurate as mine was always reading so high and elevation is accurate, as mine was reading too much elevation gain.
Love it!
5 out of 5 stars
CIvy - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
I bought this 5 years ago and don’t know how I ever lived without it.
Forerunner 955 Review
4 out of 5 stars
Chihua - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
I like it, but I did not like what happened two weeks ago. It went looping for a day until I reached seller, distributor and finally Garmin to fix it. I don't know if ti's going to happen again
Essential necessary features and easy to navigate
5 out of 5 stars
Ultra runner - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
I’ve mine for a while now maybe about two years now. One of my favorite features is the navigation/bactrack, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve used. It’s accurate and it has help me to navigate my way back to the car safely. Another of many features I like is the Garmin customizable workouts I can download to my watch. There are too many features to mentioned but I am really happy to had used to on many ultras as well, up to a 50 miler. Chargable on the go, an A plus!! And now I just got my daughter hooked up to the Garmin family too.
training tool
5 out of 5 stars
Padl - 2 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
Great training tool. I did a Level 2HR 2 hour outrigger paddle yesterday that this watch kept me in my zone the whole 2 hours. Love it.
Works well.......when it works
3 out of 5 stars
suomikiwi - 3 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
Had the device for a while, then today got the Blue Triangle of Death on starting a run with GPS. Had to do a full factory reset to recover the unit. Lost all settings and spent lots of time rebuilding it. Garmins Software issue caused me a ton of incovenience and wasted my time. No fix yet available so GPS use is off the menu for me.
Everything I need in a triathlon training tool
5 out of 5 stars
Secret_treaties - 3 months ago
originally posted on Garmin
Background: Re-started triathlon training in August 2024 after a 20 year break. While my old HR monitor and cycle computers (cadence, speed distance) still worked, so many technical tools are now available beyond what used to be available. That, and I bought a used Cervelo P4 that had a power meter that only was ANT+ compliant. Problem: So, I needed a new bike computer (that was ANT+ compliant) for the power meter, and maybe update my old training tools. Research: After trying a number of options like running with my phone (Iphone was not Ant+ compliant), I identified garmin smart watches and bike computers as likely candidates. More research narrowed the watches to Garmin forerunner 955 and 965. Purchase: A post holiday season sale enticed me to purchase Garmin Forerunning 955 and the HRM pro+. Due to budget, I purchased the watch before a bike computer. Review: After Two weeks of use, I can say that this was the best training tool I have ever purchased. I set up the watch to display everything I need in a bike computer display and running display. Also bought a Garmin Tacx bike trainer that seamlessly paired with the watch. Garmin Connect is easily configurable to monitor so many health points such as sleep, training load, training readiness, blood pressure, weight and so on. Workouts are easy to find or create manually. My only small annoyance so far is that while I can manually enter workouts that I did not record on the watch, the data is not included in the body battery, training load, training readiness metrics. I did not require much of a learning curve on the watch or Garmin connect. These are mostly intuitive, or a quick online search will help me find what I am looking for. I am also happy that Garmin Connect (at the moment) does not require a subscription. I also find it comfortable to wear for 24 hours. Face size is big enough and bright enough when using outdoors and indoors. So far, an excellent purchase for my needs.
Excellent
5 out of 5 stars
Damien M - 3 months ago
originally posted on ExpertVoice.com
Such an amazing Smartwatch, perfect for hybrid training and sleep data. Love it