Best for running power support
Garmin Forerunner 255S
3.0 feature score
Highest scored product for this feature based on supporting review evidence.
Best Garmin Smart Watch for running power support
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Safest pick
Garmin Forerunner 955
2.5 feature score
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Running power support was useful in concept but limited by the need for an external Garmin sensor.
Pros: step counting accuracy, fit
Cons: blood oxygen tracking, charging convenience
Running power was criticized because the feature still falls short of expectations without wrist-native support.
Pros: outdoor visibility, charging speed
Cons: LTE connectivity, call handling