the fact that you were able to make a video this thorough with a runtime under 12 minutes is so impressive

Honestly the best review/comparison video I've watched. Super detailed, minimal filler. Pretty impressive. One of those videos I might actually watch a second time to make sure I got all the details.

Very exciting to see triathlon come to the 200 series! Up to this point I think that was a hole in their line up. I’d love to see the event feature come to the instinct 2.

I really wish the 255 was identical in software to the 955. I love the 955 but I want the size of the 255! Garmin can easily factor in the same operating system/maps and hotkeys of the 955 into the 255 but they don't because the trackers are on different tiers. I'm a Fenix 7x owner but don't want to always wear the fenix and its a nice to give the wrist a break sometimes. Just wish they offered a smaller 955 or the 255 with same exact software as their higher tiered devices.

Very helpful, detailed, impressive, short, excellent. No unimportant comments around. Thanks a lot!

Garmin, if you're reading this, I'm pretty sure many Forerunner users would love a solar powered 200/700 series. Personally I believe most people don't really need the more advanced features like maps or A.B.C, but a solar charging feature on the next iteration of the 200/700 series would be awesome. Thanks!!

Thanks for helping me make a decision, I was thinking about the 945, but when you said the 255 is very capable that made my choice clear.

Just ordered the 955 based on your guidance! The 255 doesn't quite have all of the features I was looking for. Thank you!

I like how he define the dif model of watch with battery life comparison and example of app and training it's available

Looks like the 645 line is over. I liked that because it had a nice look and had the training load typed features. Nice summary of the differences, Des!

Best review about the 255, 955 and even 745 that i could find. Been watching reviews for a week on which watch to buy. Thanks!

Great comparison Des! Your comment that the 255 would be preferred over the 745 is interesting. Would it be worth a comparison video of those, given that the 745 is still available and often on sale??

Not sure if it was intentional but this video is only accessible via a link from either separate 955 and 255 videos. Just letting you know as it definitely affects engagement

Thanks for the review. It might also be interesting if you can do a video on how you can talk so efficiently and at the same time change breaths ever so effortlessly haha!

I've narrowed it down between 255 and 955, and this video helped me decide

Great one, this is exactly what I needed! Garmin products and differences between them can be really confusing...

Last week I lost my 645 :( Then from looking online and watching your video, I'm happy to go with the 255. Doesn't look as nice as the 645 but it looks like a good upgrade anyway!

Good comparison, but 1 important difference is not mentioned: The 255 lacks Hotkeys. I find this super handy for quickly accessing features you use frequently (in my case the stopwatch, timers, alarms and Garmin Pay. My old 745 had them and my 955 as well, unfortunately the 255 does not. Quite a miss if you're used to them.

For hiking/backpacking purposes im looking for a new watch. (Forerunner 245 won’t hold better anymore, so time to upgrade). Here I am trying to decide between these two- and I hear “pickleball”. DONE. Thanks Des for always having thorough reviews 👏🏼

best review video I've watched so far. Answered questions I had that no other video did. Thank you! Definitely will be thumbs-upping :)

Thanks for the video, really cool! I really would like a video about instinct 2 vs forerunner 255 and maybe fenix 6 cuz of similar price points...It would really help me out with which to buy :D

This is so helpful! I’ve watched two videos and totally missed in the specs I was sent that training readiness isn’t on the 255! I thought it totally was

I can't figure out why I watch Des and DC but like everyone I do. Always want a MTB / trail perspective on the gear. Thx Des

Wow. Great job. Very clear the difference between watches. Thank you so much!!

FENIX 6/7 vs forerunner 955 please . I like every video I watch from you

Que nivel de explicación uff great job brother thank you for taking the time to put the whole thing together

Great video. Lots of great information. Looking to get my first Garmin. I am looking to get the 255 non music version. I have been using a Fitbit for about 3 years now. I run, lift weights and ride my bike outside. Thanks again for making this video.

Really well made video, thanks so much

My forerunner 245 music is still going strong!

awesome review. everything i need to know. thank you

you are the man very useful and help me make a decision on which to get

Again a great video! Thanks.

I really think the 955 is the watch I want, because I'm starting to do more trail running and my ultimate goal is an ultra marathon. My only hesitation is the size. I have a very small wrist and I think the 955 will be very clunky on me.

For $30 difference, to me, hard to not select the 955, even though I think it is a bit too thick but imagine I will get used to that?

Clearly presented as always. The 955 checks every box I've been in search of. Not even sure what the Epix 2 (twice the cost) has to offer that the 955 doesn't have (other than the screen).

51 Heart Rate? Damn bro, u are really REALLY FIT

Great guy. Great info.

Great video 👍

Brilliant video (as ever) @DesFit. You've clarified something that DCR was not clear about which is breadcrumb mapping. Do you know if that enables route finding through a pre-made route from Garmin Connect or Strava routes. I use this a lot on my 935, which is due an upgrade, but if so, I don't see the need to jump to the 955 as the 255 would do everything I need it for.

Thanks for the great comparison. As you mentioned Garmin is bringing new features from the 255 to the 945 LTE, could you please make a comparison video between the two?

Excellent! I agree with the comment about how you manage to pack it all in 10 minutes. Fast talking, I suppose!

Hope you’re ready for the race against DC Rainmaker. I believe it’s this weekend and I didn’t see it on your calendar when you went over that feature 😂

Nice video. I’m curious about the accuracy of both the pool swim and open water swim function on 255. If they work well, I’ll pick 255 since I already got edge 530.

What is the 955 is priced lower than 265, would the 955 be the obvious choice even then?

Thanks Des...Garmin got me with the little nuanced features...for 100 bucks more i think i prefer the non solar 955 to the 255M

Looks like the 255 can even be an upgrade for 745 users. It’s a sad that garmin choose not to give some of the software updates to the normal 945. And just update the LTE. I think that giving software upgrades is something that keeps users inside the garmin ecosystem. And even bring some new users that buy the used watches when another user upgrades to the new model.

HI @Desfit , i am more inclined to MIP display over amoled. 255 tick most of the box feature i need except lacking training readiness. Is it worth going for 955 just for the training readiness features? is this feature helpful?

A video comparing the 945 vs 955 will be very handy!

This video is top notch, thank you

I have a small problem, and you may help me, here's what it's all about. I bought Vivosmart 5 and I tested HR at the same time, for about an hour, with an apple watch and HRM-Dual Chest Strap on a Garmin Tacx smart trainer in Zwift. The results had not even close. HRM-Dual and Apple gave one result (166 BMP) and Vivosmart 91BMP. HRM-Dual had activity on Zwift, but Apple and Vivosmart did not. I ask around and didn't find the right answer to what could be the issue here. I also change Vivosmart for a new one, and I had the same results. They told me, you have to turn on an activity to have correct results. I said Ok, but what in a rest mode? similar answer. Garmin has to have 99,9% accuracy. Put in other words, we can not help you. I also wanted to buy a better watch, Fenix or Runner, and then I realized, maybe on all Garmin watches HR algorithm works like Vivosmart (If you ask me, totally incorrect and the whole data about stress, battery energy, etc is incorrect) and it will be waste of money. So could you please test any of Garmin watches in a way: On one watch turn on activity and on the other, not. Check watches from time to time to compare HR on both watches and please tell me the results. thank you so much :)

VO2max 63 OMG????? I have the 255music does it worth the upgrade to 955? From your video I didnt see anything that was interesting to my needs but since you used them does it worth the money?

Great Video! On a day to day when you aren’t testing devices what is your favorite watch to wear for your everyday?

does FR 955 have badminton mode?

955 love💚

Is true that Solar version has worst display than non solar? Black is not black, more reflections etc? I have for test 255 and I like them, only I am missing touch screen (affraid of pushing out of buttons in time). In every case... Does 955 Solar have better display than 255? Visibility etc. Thx a lot

Another difference is that the auto detect for cycling ftp doesn’t work on the Garmin 255

Awesome video, many tnanks! Don't think the 250 Euro premium for the 955 is worth it though unless you need navigation capabilities.

I have the brightness set to 20% and the screen looks so washed out and faded. Is this normal?

Plz review huawei gt runner coz I like u r reviews very much thank you

Can you also add music to either of the 955 models?

I wish they had some specific dirt biking data I could utilize.

Great video! I can currently get the 255 for £225 or the 955 for £360 here in the UK, which one would you go for!?

sir garmin 255 or garmin 945 ,who better? plss see my comment 😢😢

Is there any way to get to some sort of kayaking tracking functionality on the 255? i.e. create a custom profile? I'm a bit baffled as to why they cut that, and also exactly what's missing on the 255 vs the 955. Thanks!

@desfit or anyone who might know the answer to this. Can i play music from my spotify on my phone, and will i be able to change tracks using my watch? Or do i have to download spotify to my watch to listen to music? Hopefully this makes sense.

Can we get Venu2 plus vs Forerunner 255 video? Kinda confused between the two

If I have a budget of 500€/550€ what should I do? Buying the 255 and a HRM or just buying the 955?

Des, any chance you are going to be doing a comparison video between the 255 and the Venue 2 plus?

Great video. Wondering what is your opinion of the 255 Vs Venu2. 😊

Awesome review, thanks so much!! One question: Why doesn't the 945 "non LTE" is targetet to get such nice upgrades?

So just to be clear, for additional running metrics we need to pair 255 with a pod & the 955 with HRM pro ? Can HRM pro with 255 give same results ?

Great video! How have you got the contrast so good and colours so bright on the 255? Mine are really faded compared.

Great review, do either of the watches have Pacer Pro and Strava Segments? Ta

Interesting that Polar Pacer Pro gets you 35 hours of GPS (comparable to 255), but only 7 days in smartwatch mode. Wonder where it looses all the energy? Screen? Tracking (leds)?

Great review! Does the 255 have a barometer screen displaying the 24h graph trend ?? Cheers

255 doesn't have Strava Live Segments

Can you compare the fenix 7x solar and the 955 solar

Great video! Do you know more about when the 945 LTE will receive this feature update, and which features it is? I’m torn between getting the 945 LTE or the 955.

Great job!is it adjustable except triathlon also for example swim-run or whatever multisport i want to do,or is just for triathlon?

Thank you for the comparison! From the video the 255's screen looks a bit sharper and brighter. Maybe the solar glass on the 955 Solar is the cause? Do you know if the 955 non-solar's screen is more like the 255's in this video?

255: Only GPS gives 36 hours, All system 8 Hours. what about automatic navigation selection? how long does it lasts?

Is there still issues surrounding 955 touchscreen and maps?

What is the difference between Body Battery and Training Readiness? They seem to serve the same function!

Thanks for the video. Question - I already have the 245, is it worth the upgrade to the 255s?

Hey thanks for the review! with the HRV do you know how long the watch scans for data whilst you sleep?

Thanks for the great comparison! A couple questions (apologies if I missed these) You mentioned they can receive data from a HR sensor, but can they project the data from the built in HR sensor as well? I use a garmin bike computer, could I lose the HR strap if wearing these? Do they support voice control (Siri commands)?

Can someone tell me whats wrong please. I wore my fr 955 last week and did a 16km run. Then yesterday i did a 12km run, and right after that the watch said ""this is your longest run."" Even though its saved last weeks 16km run and all.. Anyone know why it did that ???

I wish they'd add indoor Air Bike such as (Assault bike) to the available Garmin activities. I ride this thing not only for HIIT but also for distance. It's a want, not a need but it would be nice to categorize it under Air Bike rather than indoor cycling or whatever I shuffle it into these days.

Great review as always. Maybe I am missing something but I cannot find a 965 v 265 comparison vid that you mention in the video a couple of times. I see a 955 v 255 but not the latest models?

Also, wondering if HRV and training readiness features will be coming to the Fenix 6 line or is it time to upgrade?

Do a comp. 255 vs 945 LTE please

I probably missed the comparison of the display glass used on both...same material? Any concerns when it comes to ruggedness? I am trying to decide between these 2 and the polar grit x pro :/ ...expected use is for road and mtb, swimming and occasional hiking.

Torn between forerunner 255 music and venu 2 plus. Insights, anyone?

How accurate is the heart rate monitor compared to an Apple Watch Series 7?

Question. I went for an 8K run and once I was done I clicked on "saved". I then clicked on "back" twice to bring me to the main menu. I forgot that after you "saved" you're suppose to press on the "start" button again to be able to press on "done". So now, the 8k run is in my last 7 days activity folder but it does not show on the top of my watch nor on my garmin app. What am I suppose to do?

Great review! Has this watch LTE as the 945 LTE?

Just curious if you've heard if they are bringing any of these new features to the 745 or are they leaving this one behind? Definitely going to upgrade eventually to the new 955 either way!

Will Garmin show some love to the 945 by bringing some of these features to it in a future software update?

Hi, I really hope you can help me decide which watch should I pick.....I have 2 options, the forerunner 245 vs the 255.Currently in my country is a huge discount for the 245 wich costs now 200$ and the 255 costs 370$.I need the watch just for running and I think that with this price the 245 is worth it but on the other side I really like some new features from the 255 like training readiness and morning repot but this features are not crucial. So can you tell me please which watch will you suggest me to pick?

If you could choose between fenix 6 pro and the 955, which would you choose?