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BRide from
Perfect upgrade and switch from Fenix 5
Always intimidating to switch to a new version of anything, especially watches and Garmin products. This Forerunner is so great. LOTS of things to still learn. So far it is an excellent watch, easy to use, once you learn the ways. Love it all around.
Date published: 2026-05-01
Rated 5 out of
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Tuffnutt19 from
Accurate Easy Navigation
Second Garmin Forerunner I’ve owned…
New hardware easy to navigate. It tracks all I need within an accurate window.
Date published: 2026-04-30
Rated 5 out of
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In92 from
Awesome
Really good upgrade to the fenix 7. Heart rate sensor is so much better and having morning and evening reports is helpful
Date published: 2026-04-25
Rated 5 out of
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LAB1 from
Great Batter Life and Practical Application
I bought the watch 4 weeks ago and love the features and the battery life! Incredibly customizable and practical for the user!
Date published: 2026-04-23
Rated 5 out of
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Abarli65 from
Loving my new forerunner 970
My previous watch was a fenix 5S. I love the new features and data that the new forerunner provides the watch looks great!
Date published: 2026-04-23
Rated 5 out of
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Bob279 from
Bought it to upgrade from a 955. Lots of added features and I’m really happy with the purchase. Got it on a discount too which helped a bunch. Great watch.
Date published: 2026-04-21
Rated 5 out of
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Sleep from
Back in Style
I have used garmin forerunner for 20+ years. I had the 920xt for 12 years before this. As always I am on the learning curve with an new watch. As always it has everything and way more that I need. I have picked it up fairly quicky. Overall i love the bigger screen now as those who get older know, the eyes fade. I love my new forerunner and plan on having it for years to come
Date published: 2026-04-15
Rated 5 out of
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Manu1981 from
Best smart watch
Bought it like 2 weeks ago and love it!!! Battery life … screen … stats… it is an amazing smart watch I would not change it!!!
Date published: 2026-04-15
Rated 5 out of
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Popz6008 from
I like the amoled screen and functions.
I upgraded from a Fenix 6 sapphire. I am very pleased with the 970. It's features are great and the accessibility it easy.
Date published: 2026-04-13
Rated 5 out of
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OGIE from
WONDERFUL !!!!
I purchased the Garmin Forerunner 970 about 3 weeks ago. It is the ABSOLUTE BEST on the market !!!!
Date published: 2026-04-11
Rated 5 out of
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leosrun from
Accurate metrics!
I bought this watch about 2 weeks ago and so far the watch has performed quite well. The battery seems to last a bit less than the 965 but the metrics have been good
Date published: 2026-04-07
Rated 5 out of
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Rdub from
Love it. Switched from Apple Watch. The Garmin has 10x the fitness tracking stuff. Well worth it.
Date published: 2026-04-03
Rated 5 out of
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Marco89 from
Farewell other watches!
I got tired of constantly charging my other smartwatch after 2-3 hours of exercise! Take a guess which one it was! First thing about Forerunner 970 is that even with Face on all time charge lasts 5-6 days! Second thing is very bright and easy to read Amoled screen. Like Apple watch you can program it either through app or directly through watch interface. It take a bit of time to get use to it ( I used Apple watch before), but once you learn how to program and use it it's a joy to have. It's a must for anybody serious about fitness. One small issue I couldn't address so far is subpar integration with Dexcom CGM ( I am a diabetic), hopefully Garmin and Dexcom will find some solution for that soon.
Date published: 2026-03-29
Rated 5 out of
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Idgy from
Watch of a lifetime
After 9 years my 920XT died. The Forerunner 970 is incredible. Still learning all the features.
Used it playing tennis. The continuous heart rate feature is outstanding. Great for monitoring how quickly the heart rate recovers.
The sleep coach is another strong feature.
Date published: 2026-03-26
Rated 5 out of
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Anonymous from
Best switch from Apple to Garmin
I loved my Ultra 2 and I first I wasn’t too sure if I was going to like switching to Garmin, but it was the best decision! I’m in love with my Garmin 🫶🏽
Date published: 2026-03-26
Rated 5 out of
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Mausa from
Great
Still learning about so many things. Good watch. battery last max 7 days and charges in about 1:30 h
Date published: 2026-03-24
Rated 5 out of
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slong64 from
More data, features, and accuracy
I bought my Garmin FR 970 in January 2026 and it is a great watch. I previously had a Garmin Venu 2, which was good, but I'm really enjoying the additional data, features, and accuracy that I get with this watch. Automatic HRV tracking data and the training readiness feature were key reasons that I upgraded. But I've also noticed that it more accurately tracks my sleep data, so I get much better insights into my overall health and training readiness, which increases my confidence in how I approach each day.
Date published: 2026-03-23
Rated 5 out of
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Jburns32 from
I didn’t think I needed an upgrade to my forerunner 935. Then it gave out after 5 years and I bought this watch. I’m grateful I chose this one. The flashlight is worth it over the 965. Use it all the time and easy to use for early and late runs outside.
Date published: 2026-03-20
Rated 5 out of
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Plego from
Great upgrade
This watch does everything I could ask for. Since I’ve really taken my fitness goals to another level the forerunner has improved my day to day life.
Date published: 2026-03-19
Rated 5 out of
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Chris W from
Finally upgraded from Fenix 5xPlus. Very satisfied with AMOLED screen. I can still use the button functions that I'm used to but with many improvements.
Date published: 2026-03-02
Rated 5 out of
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Paul F from
970 does not disappoint
Great product as with all Garmin products. Excellent features and precision accuracy.
Date published: 2026-02-28
Rated 5 out of
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ashish from
one of the best fitness tracking device used so fa
bought this month, had been using Apple Watch since last 5 years, but honestly not missing apple watch, and best part it does its job for tracking all activities that too without any notifications or other apps
Date published: 2026-02-25
Rated 5 out of
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ANDRE Liotti from
970 Is Not a Watch — It’s a Weapon
I’ve used a lot of running watches over the years, and I can honestly say the Forerunner 970 is on a completely different level. This isn’t just an upgrade — it feels like Garmin finally put everything serious runners actually need into one device without compromising comfort or usability.
From the first run, you can tell this watch was built for performance. The data isn’t just impressive — it’s actionable. Training load, readiness, HRV trends, recovery insights, race predictions — everything feels purposeful. It’s not just throwing numbers at you; it actually helps you make smarter decisions about your training.
The build quality is excellent. It’s lightweight, comfortable for long runs, and the display is crisp and easy to read in any condition. It feels premium without being bulky. Battery life is outstanding — I don’t have to think about charging constantly, which is a huge plus when you’re training consistently.
The training experience is seamless. Structured workouts are intuitive, intervals are easy to follow, and long runs feel fully supported by the metrics. It genuinely feels like having a performance lab on your wrist. The ECG feature is also a great addition — it adds an extra layer of health awareness without complicating the core running functionality.
Overall, this watch is not just for tracking miles — it’s a serious performance tool. If you’re committed to improving and training with intention, the Forerunner 970 absolutely delivers. I would buy it again without hesitation.
Date published: 2026-02-19
Rated 5 out of
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Avunit09 from
Great watch and features and lightweight
Great watch and features and lightweight, happy with it
Date published: 2026-02-15
Rated 5 out of
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Matthew300 from
Forerunner 970
Great watch, light and easy to use. Tracking triathlon training made simple with Garmin.
Date published: 2026-02-14
Rated 5 out of
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Jimmy S from
Premier watch for runners.
I run roughly 20-25 miles a week. I’m working my way up toward a marathon so hopefully by next year I will be there. My previous watch was Garmin EPX GEN two, and before that was an apple ultra watch. Both farming watches were tough a lot accurate. This one has a beautiful screen, you can text and call from it, it has a couple more other focused matrix, such as running tolerance and rucking. It also has the EKG feature as well. The battery life is so much better than an Apple Watch. Both Garmin watches were roughly 15 days but I would charge it for about 10 to 15 minutes a day while I was showering and I never had any issues. The main reason I got this watch and upgraded was also for rucking. I was torn between a Fenix 8 vs Forerunner 970 due to durability. However, I’m very thankful I went with this watch because you can barely feel it on your wrist despite it’s size. Both the Fenix 8 and 970 have the sapphire screen, but the 970 has a lighter frame. Overall, I’m extremely pleased with this watch!
Date published: 2026-02-11
Rated 5 out of
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Derek J from
A runner's best friend!
Have been using Garmin watches for 20 years now. This is the best running watch I've owned, bar none. Lightweight, durable, with a brilliant OLED face. Data sets are intuitive and customizable, GPS is quick and accurate, and data transfer is seamless. Intended for the more seasoned runner. Hits all the marks. Bravo, Garmin!
Date published: 2026-02-09
Rated 5 out of
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indypaths from
Always impressed with each new evolution.
This is my 5th Garmin Forerunner, beginning with a Forerunner 305 in 2010. I've continued to be impressed with the improvements found in each generation. This latest model has far more features than I would have ever anticipated when I started using them years ago.
Date published: 2026-02-08
Rated 5 out of
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DPLandry from
Love my new Garmin!!!
I purchased my 970 to replace my Apple Watch Ultra for my marathon training and absolutely love it!! So much more information to track running and recovery.
Date published: 2026-02-06
Rated 5 out of
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Alex C from
Awesome watch!
Great interface, quality and support. Highly recommend! Use it everyday and especially when exercising.
Date published: 2026-02-03
