Detailed comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 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.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | - | 42 mm |
Height | - | 42 mm |
Depth | - | 11.6 mm |
Weight | - | 37 g |
Body Details | Case only: 57 g | - |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Colours | - | Monterra grey |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, stress level |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, music playback control, dual grid coordinates format | Music remote handling, idle alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Body Battery |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps | Calendar, Email, social apps |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 208 x 208 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | 1.04" |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) | Chemically strengthened glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Case Size | 47 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | - |
Case Details | Silver | Black | White | Aqua green |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | Black | White | Aqua green |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | - |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Battery Life | 48 day(s) | 14 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days |
GPS mode - up to 20 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 | Garmin Forerunner 55 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |