Garmin Forerunner 55
Score: 75/100
Amazfit Active 2 Sport
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Amazfit Active 2 Sport offers a large 1.75-inch AMOLED display, built-in GPS and up to 14 days of battery life, targeting budget-conscious fitness fans. It lacks NFC and can suffer occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues. Perfect for users who prioritize long endurance and a wide range of sport modes.
The Garmin Forerunner 55 is an entry-level GPS running watch with a lightweight design, long battery life and a sunlight-visible MIP display, making it ideal for beginners. Its limitations include a lack of advanced health sensors and modest customization options. Suited for casual runners who want reliable GPS and endurance without premium features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
336 hoursbest | 336 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 37 g | 29.5 gbest |
1.04 inches | 1.75 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.6 mmbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
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Sensors(1) | ||
SpO₂ Sensor | false | true |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 1.04 inches | 1.75 inches |
Display Resolution | 208x208 | 390x450 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 37 g | 29.5 g |
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Professional reviewers consider the Forerunner 55 a well-rounded, budget-friendly entry-level running watch. They commend its long battery life, clear display, and reliable wrist-based heart-rate monitoring, while noting the lack of advanced sensors and limited data customization as trade-offs for its price point.
Professional reviewers commend the Amazfit Active for its exceptional value at around $99, offering a large AMOLED screen, extensive sport modes, AI health coaching, and a standout 14-day battery. However, they point out the lack of premium sensors like an altimeter, a less refined rectangular look, and unspecified brightness that may lag behind the Active 2's 2,000-nit display.
“Up to 14 days of battery life in typical use, far exceeding most competitors.”
“Lacks NFC and advanced sensors such as an altimeter.”
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the long battery life, feather-light weight, vivid display, and reliable fitness tracking, especially GPS and heart-rate monitoring. Recurring complaints focus on occasional Bluetooth drops, occasional GPS inaccuracies in dense areas, strap comfort for larger wrists, and the absence of NFC and broader third-party app support.
