Overview

• The Forerunner 970 adds on-watch mapping, ECG functionality, a sapphire screen, and a titanium bezel, distinguishing it from the 570.
• Both models share bright OLED displays, built-in speakers and microphones, and advanced exercise metrics for runners and athletes.
• The Forerunner 970 offers up to 15 days of battery life, while the 570 provides 10–11 days depending on size options.
• The new lineup consolidates features, leading to the retirement of Garmin’s 200-series watches, and reflects rising production costs.
• Orders for the Forerunner 970 ($749.99) and 570 ($549.99) open on May 21, introducing a new pricing baseline for Garmin wearables.