Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 55 and Garmin Tactix 7. 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 Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 42 mm | 51 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 51 mm |
Depth | 11.6 mm | 14.9 mm |
Weight | 37 g | 61 g |
Body Material | - | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Colours | Monterra grey | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor, gyroscope |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, stress level | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, temperature, hydration, recovery time, hunt activity |
Modes | - | Night vision mode, stealth mode, jumpmaster mode |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, idle alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Body Battery | Find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, multiple time zones, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, Group LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, PacePro pace guidance, solar charging, music playback control, weather information, kill switch, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor |
Notifications | Calendar, Email, social apps | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
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Resolution | 208 x 208 pixels | 280 x 280 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.04" | 1.4" |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Power Sapphire |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Bezel | - | Titanium |
Case Details | Black | White | Aqua green | Black DLC |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | - | 26 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 135-213 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Nylon |
Band Colour | Black | White | Aqua green | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Battery Life | 14 day(s) | 28 day(s) |
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Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 20 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 37 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 90 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 1 year GPS mode - up to 89 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 122 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 63 hour(s) All satellite systems mode (with solar) - up to 77 hour(s) All satellite systems with music mode - up to 16 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 213 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 578 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 62 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 139 days |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 55 | Garmin Tactix 7 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Black silicon band, charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | - | Stopwatch, Data, Time, Alarm Clock, Timer, Garmion Connect IQ |
Compliant Standards | - | MIL-STD-810 |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |