Garmin Forerunner 255: 57% off at AliExpress

If you have been considering the Forerunner 255, it is currently available at an exceptional discount during the final days of AliExpress’s “Local Day” promotion.

The saving is substantial: this GPS sports and health watch can be bought for €150 instead of €349. To secure this sizeable 57% reduction, enter the code LDFR20 or FRLD20 at the basket before placing your order.

The Garmin Forerunner 255 at a heavily reduced price is available here:

Do not leave it too long, as the offer ends on the evening of Friday 7 August. The product is certified 100% genuine under the Marque+ label, and arrives new and sealed in its box. It also comes with the two-year manufacturer’s warranty, while PayPal lets you pay in four interest-free instalments of €37.50.

With 214 customer reviews, a 5/5 rating and more than 1,000 units sold in recent months, its reliability is hard to question. If you do change your mind, you have 90 days to return it for a refund. Delivery is free, and the Forerunner 255 should arrive within just a few days, as it is dispatched from a warehouse in France, with VAT included.

Why choose the Garmin Forerunner 255?

Although it is no longer brand new, the Garmin Forerunner 255 remains a smartwatch with plenty to offer. Even several years after its launch, it is still one of the benchmark models in its category. It focuses on the essentials without unnecessary extras. Whether you are training for your first 10 km, a marathon, or simply monitoring your daily activity, it strikes an excellent balance between features, accuracy and battery life.

The AliExpress deal covers the 46 mm case version, fitted with a 1.3-inch colour MIP display. Protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, the screen remains easy to read outdoors, including in bright sunshine. In terms of battery life, the Forerunner 255 can last for up to two weeks in normal use and around 30 hours with GPS enabled-considerably longer than many smartwatches, including so-called premium models.

GPS, health sensors and Garmin Connect

It also features particularly dependable multi-band GPS, alongside a wrist-based heart-rate monitor, a Pulse Ox sensor for monitoring blood oxygen saturation, and a barometric altimeter. The data gathered is extensive and accurate, yet remains straightforward to view in the Garmin Connect app.

Its versatility is a major reason for its popularity. Naturally, it performs particularly well for running, but it also supports cycling, swimming, trail running, hiking, skiing, triathlon, strength training, HIIT, yoga and many other activities-around 30 in total. Athletes who switch between several sports therefore do not need a different watch for each training plan.

Training guidance and connected features

Beyond simply displaying statistics, the Forerunner 255 also helps support your progress. It suggests suitable workouts, estimates the ideal recovery time and assesses your sleep quality to help you manage periods of exertion more effectively. Garmin Pay is included for contactless payments, as are the key connected functions expected from a watch in this class, including call and message notifications, weather information and data synchronisation.

In short, the Forerunner 255 remains a dependable choice. It suits both beginners and regular athletes looking for a reliable watch without paying for the most expensive models. With this remarkable 57% discount, it is an excellent deal worth snapping up before it disappears, especially as there is no guarantee that it will return any time soon.