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Garmin Forerunner Gray 255 GPS Running Smartwatch 46mm Multisport Heart Rate Monitor $180 + Free S/H

$180

$299

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NexWare (Brand+) Store via [aliexpress.com] has Garmin Forerunner Gray 255 GPS Running Smartwatch 46mm Multisport Heart Rate Monitor on sale for $180 when you Apply $20 off Coupon at checkout: USBS20 orVSUSAFF20. + Free S\H from US warehouse.

Key Features:
  • GPS: Dual-frequency multi-band, accurate tracking
  • Heart Rate: 24/7 wrist-based HR, blood oxygen, sleep monitoring
  • Sports: Running, cycling, swimming, triathlon, and more
  • Battery: 14 days smartwatch, 30 hours GPS mode
  • Waterproof: 5ATM (50m), swim-proof
  • Training: VO2 max, training load, race predictor
  • Notifications: Smart alerts, weather, find phone
  • Design: 46mm lightweight, always-on display.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1...73895.html
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NexWare (Brand+) Store via [aliexpress.com] has Garmin Forerunner Gray 255 GPS Running Smartwatch 46mm Multisport Heart Rate Monitor on sale for $180 when you Apply $20 off Coupon at checkout: USBS20 orVSUSAFF20. + Free S\H from US warehouse.

Key Features:
  • GPS: Dual-frequency multi-band, accurate tracking
  • Heart Rate: 24/7 wrist-based HR, blood oxygen, sleep monitoring
  • Sports: Running, cycling, swimming, triathlon, and more
  • Battery: 14 days smartwatch, 30 hours GPS mode
  • Waterproof: 5ATM (50m), swim-proof
  • Training: VO2 max, training load, race predictor
  • Notifications: Smart alerts, weather, find phone
  • Design: 46mm lightweight, always-on display.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1...73895.html

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Aug 18, 2026 8:14 PM
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Johann1900Aug 18, 2026 8:14 PM
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Are garmin from Ali express fine?
Aug 18, 2026 11:40 PM
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ThomWeightsAug 18, 2026 11:40 PM
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Quote from Johann1900 :
Are garmin from Ali express fine?
That's my concern as well. The only review on their site says it's legit but I'm leery on buying name brand products via Ali
Last edited by ThomWeights August 20, 2026 at 06:05 AM.
Aug 19, 2026 8:41 PM
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calvano915Aug 19, 2026 8:41 PM
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I found enough reports from Reddit, etc that genuine Garmin products are received but are usually a Hong Kong variant (which means you switch language to English, have possibly delayed firmware updates, and risk warranty problems). There was plenty of bluster about fakes but no actual reports of receiving one. I went ahead and ordered and have a tracking number populate already.

I was willing to forego warranty as my Garmin devices over the years have never failed in first couple years of use.
Last edited by calvano915 August 19, 2026 at 01:48 PM.
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Aug 19, 2026 9:00 PM
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make sure this is not the ASIA version of the Garmin because it won't do some US things and won't take US firmware

(I think that is called APAC version, can't remember)

but that's a FANTASTIC price for the 255 which has about 80-90% of the features of the flagship models

including dual-band GPS (L1+L5) which is rare, only 255+955 have that

Quote from GOOGLE :
The primary difference between the Garmin Asia-Pacific (APAC) version and the US/Rest of World (ROW) version of a Forerunner watch is language support and the timeline for software updates. APAC models contain specialized double-byte character sets for Asian languages, which require separate firmware branches.

Key DifferencesSoftware
Updates:
US/ROW models receive public updates and beta firmware much faster. APAC updates typically lag behind by weeks or months because Garmin has to adapt and test software builds for specific language packs.

Language Packs:
APAC versions are preloaded with specific regional language sets (such as Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese, Bahasa, and Malay) alongside English. US versions support standard Western languages (English, Spanish, French, etc.).

Firmware Interoperability:
You CANNOT cross-flash US firmware onto an APAC device or vice versa; they use distinct part numbers and dedicated update channels.

Compatibility & Ecosystem:
While core tracking features, GPS accuracy, and smartphone syncing via Garmin Connect work identically, third-party Connect IQ app availability or regional map features can occasionally differ or update slower on APAC variants.
Last edited by avalon August 19, 2026 at 02:08 PM.
Aug 19, 2026 9:06 PM
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ThomWeightsAug 19, 2026 9:06 PM
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Quote from avalon :
make sure this is not the ASIA version of the Garmin because it won't do some US things and won't take US firmware(I think that is called APAC version, can't remember)but that's a FANTASTIC price for the 255 which has about 80-90% of the features of the flagship modelsincluding dual-band GPS (L1+L5) which is rare, only 255+955 have that
I have to assume this will be the Asia version but how would you check beforehand/after?
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Aug 19, 2026 9:15 PM
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oh also, that page says it is AMOLED

is it NOT amoled

the 255 is old-school MIPS


also wrong "always-on display"

MIPS is not the always on display

only AMOLED has "always on" option

the 255 does NOT have "always on" display

(the more expensive 265 is the one with AMOLED / always-on)

there is no touchscreen on 255/265 but there is a dedicated light button
Last edited by avalon August 19, 2026 at 02:21 PM.
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Aug 19, 2026 9:18 PM
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Quote from ThomWeights :
I have to assume this will be the Asia version but how would you check beforehand/after?
the ASIA APAC version will have a different part number

Quote from GOOGLE :
The base Garmin part number (SKU) for the standard US version of the Garmin Forerunner 255 (46mm, Slate Gray) is 010-02641-00

Forerunner 255 (Slate Gray): 010-02641-00
Forerunner 255 (Tidal Blue): 010-02641-01
Forerunner 255 Music (Black): 010-02641-20
Forerunner 255 Music (Whitestone): 010-02641-21
Forerunner 255S Smaller Version (Powder Gray): 010-02641-12
Forerunner 255S Smaller Version (Light Pink): 010-02641-03
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How do you see the seller name on aliexpress?

here's a "local delivery" with US codes on the real 265 AMOLED "always on"

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...45414.html

it says $256 so can you use the $40 code to make it $216?

Because a 265 with AMOLED for $216 would be arguably hotter deal than 255 for $165

or maybe you can get it under $200? I don't know how aliexpress works
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ThomWeightsYesterday 3:51 PM
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Quote from calvano915 :
I found enough reports from Reddit, etc that genuine Garmin products are received but are usually a Hong Kong variant (which means you switch language to English, have possibly delayed firmware updates, and risk warranty problems). There was plenty of bluster about fakes but no actual reports of receiving one. I went ahead and ordered and have a tracking number populate already.

I was willing to forego warranty as my Garmin devices over the years have never failed in first couple years of use.
I'm curious what version of the watch you get - if you receive it soon please update!
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calvano915Yesterday 5:11 PM
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Quote from ThomWeights :

I'm curious what version of the watch you get - if you receive it soon please update!
Will do! Thanks to other posters for providing more info. Still not seeing any deal breaker regarding firmware, and its nice to know that I can check a part number before opening the box.

The package is in USPS possession now. Out of all the things its crazy that this made me pull the trigger for my first order from Aliexpress/Alibaba, after avoiding for all these years.
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Quote from avalon :
How do you see the seller name on aliexpress?

here's a "local delivery" with US codes on the real 265 AMOLED "always on"

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32...45414.html

it says $256 so can you use the $40 code to make it $216?

Because a 265 with AMOLED for $216 would be arguably hotter deal than 255 for $165

or maybe you can get it under $200? I don't know how aliexpress works
Price just DROPPED to $180 using $20 off coupon VSUSAFF20.
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ThomWeightsToday 4:26 PM
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Quote from DealzRGood4U :
Price just DROPPED to $180 using $20 off coupon VSUSAFF20.
Nice - you're referring to the original posting and not the 265 the user you quoted listed, correct?

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