Fitbit Sense vs. Garmin Forerunner 55

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Fitbit Sense and Garmin Forerunner 55. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Fitbit Sense vs. Garmin Forerunner 55 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 7.0 (Nougat) or later, iOS 12.2 or later iOS, Android
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width 40.38 mm 42 mm
Height 40.38 mm 42 mm
Depth 12.45 mm 11.6 mm
Weight - 37 g
Body Material Stainless steel, aluminium -
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Colours - Monterra grey
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Sensors Ambient light sensor, altimeter, gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor Accelerometer, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, sleep stages, stress level, menstrual cycle, ECG Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, stress level
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, HR zones, breathing training function Music remote handling, idle alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Body Battery
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps Calendar, Email, social apps
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS receiver GPS receiver
Payment Technology FitBit Pay -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
IoT Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Type AMOLED - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution - 208 x 208 pixels
Screen Size - 1.04"
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) Chemically strengthened glass
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch buttons
CASE Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Case Shape Square Round
Case Details Silver stainless steel | Graphite stainless steel | Soft gold stainless steel Black | White | Aqua green
BAND Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Band Type Band Band
Band Size S/L -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-220 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Sage grey | Carbon | Lunar white Black | White | Aqua green
BATTERY Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Life 6 day(s) 14 day(s)
Battery Life Details Typical usage - up to 6 days
GPS mode - up to 12 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 20 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Sense Garmin Forerunner 55
Included Accessories Charging cable, 2 wristbands (S+L) Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software FitBit Pay -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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