Can I replace the battery of Garmin Forerunner 255?

Garmin Forerunner 255 was released in June 2022. Generally speaking, the battery on Garmin watches is backed with exceptional battery life. You will not need to look for a replacement battery until the watch is 3 or 4 years old.

And, if you keep your battery charged between 20 to 80 percent at all times, there is a good chance of the battery lasting for extended duration beyond 5 years as well.

However, what are the options available in the event you require the battery replacement for a Forerunner 255?

Batteries of Garmin smartwatches are lithium ion packs. These are designed to be non user-replaceable. So, if you are reasonably sure that the battery of your Forerunner 255 needs a replacement, we will suggest following the proven methods below.

First, talk to the Garmin customer support team. Garmin does not replace batteries. Everyone knows that. But, there is a chance that you may end up getting a refurbished Forerunner 255. Or, perhaps, a new Forerunner 255 at discounted prices. The best bet, therefore, remains to talk to a live person within the Garmin customer support team.

Garmin’s support is pretty friendly. You may end up getting surprised in more ways than one.

If this is not the preferred option for you, we would like to tell you that you can still get the old battery replaced. We suggest using the services of a watch technician to do so. The watch repair kit or the essential kit is required to replace the batteries without causing any collateral damage to the watch.

The replacement battery specifications conform to the following specifications:

These batteries are sourced from China and are available through online marketplaces. The price for the 240 mAH battery is in the range of $20. So, you should be able to get the battery replaced for a little under $50.

Just to reiterate, we strongly recommend taking the services of a watch service technician for the battery replacement.