Unisex

Garmin Forerunner 970

$749.99
By Garmin

Color: Carbon Gray - Translucent Whitestone

Model Size Information

Intense performance meets wear-anywhere style. The Forerunner 970 is Garmin’s top-tier running and triathlon smartwatch, featuring a brilliant 1.4" AMOLED display with scratch‑resistant sapphire glass, a lightweight titanium bezel, and premium build quality-all in a 47 mm package. New features like a built-in LED flashlight, voice calls, ECG capability, and advanced running analytics elevate its training value. This watch empowers endurance athletes with unmatched accuracy, guidance, and insight, without sacrificing everyday usability

Key Features & Benefits

  • 1.4″ AMOLED Display (454 × 454 pixels) with ultra-bright visibility and sapphire crystal protection

  • Titanium bezel & polymer case for premium durability in a 56 g design

  • Elevate Gen 5 HR sensor with ECG support, enabling atrial fibrillation detection and medically certified readings T 

  • Built-in LED flashlight (white/red modes + strobe) for visibility and utility in low light  

  • Speaker & microphone for Bluetooth calls, voice prompts/commands, and offline voice control  

  • Dual- and multi-band GNSS tracking with SatIQ™, plus offline maps for unmatched GPS precision in urban and remote environments  

  • Advanced running analytics including Impact Load Factor, Running Tolerance, Step Speed Loss, and Running Economy (requires optional HRM 600 strap)  

  • Multi-sport support with over 50 activity profiles, including triathlon coaching and guide-in workouts

Who It’s For

The Forerunner 970 is built for serious runners, triathletes, and endurance athletes seeking elite-level metrics, advanced navigation, smart functions, and a lightweight yet durable design. While premium-priced, its comprehensive analytics—including ECG, Running Tolerance, and voice-guided training—make it the top-tier choice for committed performance users. Casual users may find the full feature set more than they need.

Specifications

  • Weight: Approx. 56 g  

  • Case Size / Thickness: 47 × 47 × 12.9 mm

  • Display: 1.4″ AMOLED touchscreen, 454 × 454 px, sapphire crystal lens

  • Battery Life: Up to ~15 days in smartwatch mode; up to 26 h in GPS mode with SatIQ; ~14–18 h multi‑band GPS with music 

  • Water Resistance: 5 ATM (swim and shower safe)  

  • Storage: 32 GB for music, maps, and apps  

  • Sensors: Gen‑5 Elevate HR (with ECG), pulse Oximeter, GPS, barometric altimeter, compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, skin temp  

  • Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi‑Fi, NFC (Garmin Pay)  

What’s in the Box

  • Garmin Forerunner 970 (47 mm)

  • USB‑C charging/data cable

  • Quick Start Guide & safety documentation

  • Warranty card