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Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 970
★ 4.7MSRP: $749
| Compatibility | iPhone & Android |
|---|---|
| Watch Type | Full Smartwatch |
| Analytics | Maximum Analytics |
| Price Tier | Premium |
| Battery Life | 26 hrs GPS |
| GPS | Dual-Band GPS |
| Case Size | 47mm |
| Weight | 56g |
| Wrist Calls | Yes |
| Offline Maps | Yes |
| Offline Music | Yes, syncs Spotify/Amazon Music |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 5 ATM |
| Notable For | Editor's Pick |
Why This Watch
The 970 adds a built-in speaker and mic for calls, an ECG sensor, and Garmin's deepest race-specific analytics in a Forerunner-sized package. If you're a serious runner who wants the top training tools without going full Fenix, this is the watch.
Head-to-Head
Compare Garmin Forerunner 970 with Similar Models
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*Estimated — this model's exact GPS battery life isn't published by the manufacturer. All figures are standard GPS mode, midsize case, no solar boost.
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