Customer Ratings & Reviews

I had a Forerunner 305 GPS for probably about 5 years, and used it a lot for running, biking, and cross country skiing. My only complaint with it is that it is quite large, but is very functional. But the battery was going bad, and so it was time for a new GPS, and I liked the FR15's combination GPS / Activity Tracker. The FR15 is a good, although basic GPS. It lacks the functionality of customizing the GPS screens like you can do on higher end GPS's, and unfortunately it is really made for running, and doesn't really lend itself to nordic skiing and biking. But when you download the activities to Garmin Connect it is easy to change the activity from running to another activity. However, the calorie counter seems to be high for cycling, and probably isn't very accurate. It's probably more accurate for running. I haven't had a chance to use it for nordic skiing yet. If you are going to use the GPS for running only, the screen selections are probably good enough, and I am guessing that the calorie counter is more accurate. If you only want a GPS, and don't care for the activity tracker, probably another GPS will be a better product / value. Likewise, if you are only interested in an activity tracker, and don't care about GPS functionality, you will probably be better served by getting an activity tracker. When selecting this FR 15, I found the following review from DC Rainmaker to be the most helpful. Following is that link: http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/06/garmin-forerunner-15-depth-review.html

After reading some reviews I decided to go with the Garmin 15 Watch. The reason I bought this watch was because it has the GPS and heart rate monitor bundle, plus foot pod capable. Lately I have been using it indoors to track my workouts by using the heart rate monitor. This function helps you calculate how much calories you've burned and monitor performance when working out indoors. As for the GPS feature, the Virtual Pacer feature is very good and plan on using it more next season.

...especially with the heart rate monitor option. Add the activity tracker option and this watch is the perfect step up from the FR10. The HR monitor takes a little bit to get used at first but provides a more accurate reading of calorie burn during a run.

As a beginning runner I like being able to see my pace and distance. I looked at other watches but they were all big and bulky. This one is not.

Works fine as described. Nothing super fancy, but functional.

I bought this watch for my son for Boy Scout camp. He needed a water proof watch. He really loves it! The fitness features are great, but the heart rate monitor requires the separate, but included chest strap. I would recommend this watch.

I run before work, so the main thing I wanted was to know when to turn around and head back. I wanted a face big enough to read without my glasses. I wanted something I could easily wash with soap and water. I didn't want to spend a lot of money. The GPS is really cool and it came with a heart rate monitor (which I haven't used yet) It doesn't communicate wirelessly with your phone - you will need a newer model for that (more money) This one connects to you computer with USB cable.

I got this because I have a neurological condition where I need to have my heart rate accessible at all times as well as a GPS in case I get confused or lost. I got this because I have a neurological condition where I need to have my heart rate accessible at all times as well as a GPS in case I get confused or lost. I didn't realize that the heart rate monitor is a big black strap that goes around your torso

it is a little bulky but otherwise a great product.

I purshase this watch for a gift for my sister in law who felt in love with it. She likes to run, so this will help her keep track.

This watch does the basic things I need it to do - track pace and distance. The only negative is the GPS can take awhile to connect.

I got this for my son to have a water proof watch for summer camp. He really loves it. It also motivates him to be active.

She loved it! Very functional and good for her to track her activities as well as her heart rate.

The only issue I have is the rubbing on my skin leaves chaffed skin

The Garmin Forerunner 15 has the "essential" features of a GPS running watch that anyone starting may need: GPS, passive activity monitoring, "Garmin Connect" compatibility (online, social, tracking) - gives feedback and motivation. The "15" allows you to add heart rate transmitter strap and foot pod for more advanced training. I bought this for my wife who is restarting running - this tool helps make the transition more effective and efficient. (I use the Garmin Forerunner 620 now, the 210 before that; Garmin GPS products have helped me enjoy "more running more", not to mention golf and driving more too.)