The Garmin Forerunner 970 is a state-of-the-art smartwatch that has been specially developed for sports and fitness enthusiasts. With a diameter of 47 mm, it offers a robust yet elegant design that can be worn both in everyday life and during sports. The combination of a black and transparent case gives the watch an appealing aesthetic that can be combined in a variety of ways. The Forerunner 970 is equipped with a variety of functions that enable precise monitoring of activities and health data. These include GPS tracking, heart rate measurement and various sports modes that allow individual customisation to the user's needs. Weighing just 0.5 kg, the watch is light and comfortable to wear, even for long periods of time. Its origin in Taiwan emphasises the high quality and advanced technology that have gone into the development of this model. The Garmin Forerunner 970 is therefore an ideal choice for anyone who wants to track their fitness goals effectively.
Smartwatch functions | Compass, Date display, Datebooks, Find my phone, Music functionalities, Music storage, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Touch screen, Weather |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Pedometer, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels, Water consumption |
Activities | Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Interval training, Mountain bike, Mountaineering, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Yoga |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Plastic |
Item number | 58833218 |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | 010-02969-11 |
Release date | 22.5.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Smartwatches | 656 of 3251 |
Exact colour description | White, Yellow |
Watch type | Smart watch |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | Waterproof |
Operating system | Garmin |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
Smartwatch functions | Compass, Date display, Datebooks, Find my phone, Music functionalities, Music storage, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Touch screen, Weather |
Health functions | Cycle protocol, Heart rate measurement, Pedometer, Respiratory rate, Sleep recording, Stress levels, Water consumption |
Activities | Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Interval training, Mountain bike, Mountaineering, Rowing, Running, Skiing, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Yoga |
Payment service | Garmin Pay |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor |
Localisation technology | Compass, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | AMOLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.40" |
Image resolution | 454 x 454 pixels |
Wristband colour | White, Yellow |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Strap width | 22 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Buckle |
Case colour | White, Yellow |
Case material | Plastic |
Glass | Sapphire glass |
Shape of watch | Round |
Case diameter | 47 mm |
Case thickness | 12.90 mm |
Case material | Titanium |
Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct |
Storage capacity | 32 GB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life (without GPS) | 15 days |
Runtime (in GPS mode) | 0.88 days |
Battery size | Device specific |
Battery life | 15 days |
Country of origin | Taiwan |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | 1 piece |
Weight | 56 g |
Length | 9 cm |
Width | 8 cm |
Height | 9 cm |
Weight | 174 g |
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