Garmin Forerunner 55 vs. Coros Pace 2: A Comparative Review

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The Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Coros Pace 2 target the same audience: demanding runners and athletes. One focuses on Garmin reliability and a refined interface. The other offers an unrivaled autonomy/weight ratio.

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Objective: to provide you with a detour comparison to choose quickly.

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2. Technical specifications

Design and dimensions

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Weight, diameter (42 mm vs 42 mm), thickness (11.6 mm vs 11.9 mm).

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Screen

Forerunner 55: MIP 1.04 ″, 208 × 208 px. PACE 2: MIP 1.2 ″, 240 × 240 px.

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Sensors and connectivity

GPS + Galileo vs GPS + Glonass + Beidou, optical cardio, baro altimeter (pace 2).

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3. Sports functions and health follow -up

Profiles: 20 vs 13 (+trail, triathlon).

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GPS accuracy: ± 3 m vs ± 2 m.

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Optical heart rate: gap <2 BPM.

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Advanced measures (VO2max, VFC, lactic threshold).

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4. Autonomy and recharge

Announced autonomy: 8 p.m. GPS / 14 J vs 30 h gps / 20 d.

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Real test: 6 p.m. vs 28 h.

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Charging time: 1 h vs 2 h (50 % in 40 min).

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5. User experience and interface

Menu: 5 plugs VS wheel+2 buttons.

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App: Garmin Connect vs Coros app.

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Notifications: identical, Garmin poster + info.

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6. Price and availability

199 € vs € 169. Opportunity: ~ 150 € vs ~ 130 €.

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7. Advantages and disadvantages

ModelStrengthsWeak points
Forerunner 55Ergonomics, ecosystem, lightnessLimited autonomy, no altimeter
Coros Pace 2Autonomy, baro altimeter, metricsComplex interface, slow recharge
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8. FAQ

  • What autonomy in ultra racing? 6 p.m. vs 28 h.
  • What model for beginners? Forerunner 55.
  • Power sensor? Ant+ vs Bluetooth.
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9. Verdict and recommendations

Beginner or ecosystem: Forerunner 55.

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Long distance, advanced metrics: Pace 2.

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Buy Forerunner 55 | Buy pace 2

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