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Garmin Forerunner 970

AMOLED GPS watch with 5 ATM water resistance, titanium case and Sleep Coach

$749.99 USD

010-02969-00

23 in stock

Model/Type Carbon Gray DLC Titanium with Black Case and Black + Translucent Whitestone Band Titanium with Whitestone Case and Whitestone + Translucent Amp Yellow Band Soft Gold Titanium with French Gray Case and French Gray + Translucent Indigo Band

Factory-direct shipping. Exact cost at checkout. Ships by parcel · within 1 business day · 1-3 days in transit

Financing: Pay over time with Shop Pay Installments on orders from $35 to $30,000, subject to eligibility. Financing options
Delivery and assembly: Curbside delivery is standard. Threshold and White Glove delivery cost extra and are offered on select products. Need it assembled? Assembly Services connects you with vetted local installers by ZIP code.
Returns: New, unopened and unused items in their original packaging, within 30 days of delivery. A 10% restocking fee applies, and you pay return shipping. Refund Policy

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At a Glance

Display: AMOLED
Water resistance: 5 ATM
GPS: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou
Warranty: Up to 1 year

Description

About this product

The Forerunner 970 pairs a 1.4 in (35.3 mm) AMOLED touchscreen — 454 × 454 pixels with an optional always-on mode — with a titanium case and silicone band at 56 g. A 5 ATM water rating covers swimming, and positioning runs on five satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou.

Sleep tracking is advanced, with Sleep Coach and Nap Detection, and the built-in lithium-ion battery recharges via Garmin's proprietary plug charger. Smart notifications are supported. Garmin backs the watch with a 1-year limited warranty; orders ship within 1 business day by parcel, with 1–3 day transit.

What's included

Garmin Forerunner 970 smartwatch
Silicone strap (installed)
Garmin proprietary plug charger
Documentation

Features

1.4 in (35.3 mm) AMOLED touchscreen — 454 × 454 pixels, optional always-on mode
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, Garmin proprietary plug charger
5 ATM water resistance, swim-rated
Advanced sleep tracking with Sleep Coach and Nap Detection
5 satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou
1-year limited manufacturer warranty

Best for

Athletes who want multi-system positioning: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou
Swimmers — 5 ATM swim-rated water resistance
Sleep-focused wearers — Sleep Coach and Nap Detection in a 56 g case

Specifications

Display

Display	AMOLED (optional always-on mode)
Display size	1.4" (35.3 mm) diameter
Resolution	454 x 454 pixels
Touchscreen	Yes

Tracking

GPS	GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou
Sleep tracking	Advanced, with Sleep Coach and Nap Detection

Battery & power

Battery	Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery
Charging	Garmin proprietary plug charger

Connectivity

Notifications	Yes

Build

Case size	47 x 47 x 12.9 mm
Case material	Titanium
Band	Silicone
Water resistance	5 ATM
Dimensions	1.85 × 1.85 × 0.51 in (4.7 × 4.7 × 1.3 cm)
Weight	56 g

Compliance

Recommended age	16+

Identifiers

Model	010-02969-00
UPC	753759349899

Shipping & delivery

Method	Parcel
Delivery	Parcel to your door
Ships from the manufacturer in	1 business day
Time in transit	1-3 days

Warranty

Product	1 year

Garmin Consumer Limited Warranty (PDF)

Resources

OM EN-US	Download PDF: OM EN-US (Opens in a new window.)
Manual	View online: Manual (Opens in a new window.)
Safety	View online: Safety (Opens in a new window.)
Safety Health Information	Download PDF: Safety Health Information (Opens in a new window.)

Return Policy

30-Day Return Policy

Return new, unopened and unused items in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery. A 10% restocking fee applies to all returns, and you pay return shipping. Refunds go to your original payment method.

You can cancel within 24 hours of placing your order.

Read the full Refund Policy

Garmin Forerunner 970

$749.99 USD

Which is right for you?

Garmin Fenix 8 AMOLED Edition: Higher water rating — 10 ATM vs this model's 5 ATM
Garmin vivosmart 5: Published battery life of up to 7 days

	Garmin Forerunner 970	Garmin Fenix 8 AMOLED Edition	Garmin vivosmart 5
Price	Regular price $749.99 USD	Regular price From $999.99 USD	Regular price $149.99 USD
Available in	Model/Type: Carbon Gray DLC Titanium with Black Case and Black + Translucent Whitestone Band, Titanium with Whitestone Case and Whitestone + Translucent Amp Yellow Band, Soft Gold Titanium with French Gray Case and French Gray + Translucent Indigo Band	Case Size: 43mm, 47mm, 51mm Style: Silver with Whitestone Silicone Band, Sapphire + Soft Gold with Fog Gray/Dark Sandstone Silicone Band, Sapphire + Carbon Gray DLC Titanium with Black/Pebble Gray Silicone Band, Slate Gray with Black Silicone Band, Sapphire + Titanium with Spark Orange/Graphite Silicone Band	Size: Small/Medium, Large Style: Black, White, Cool Mint
Power	Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery	Lithium-ion	Rechargeable, built-in lithium-polymer battery
Key spec	Display: AMOLED	Display: AMOLED	Display: OLED
Warranty	1-year warranty	1-year warranty	1-year warranty

Questions buyers ask

Is the Garmin Forerunner 970 waterproof?

It has a 5 ATM water-resistance rating and is swim-rated, so it's suitable for swimming.

Does the Forerunner 970 have built-in GPS?

Yes. It receives five satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou.

What size is the Forerunner 970 case?

The case measures 47 × 47 × 12.9 mm and the watch weighs 56 g, with a 1.4 in (35.3 mm) display and a silicone band.

Does the Forerunner 970 track sleep?

Yes. Sleep tracking is advanced and includes Sleep Coach and Nap Detection.

What warranty comes with the Forerunner 970?

The Forerunner 970 carries a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty covering the product.

How quickly will my order arrive?

Orders ship within 1 business day. Delivery is parcel to your door, with transit of 1–3 days.

Shipping & Delivery

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1. Shipping & Tracking

As soon as your label prints, you’ll get a “Shipment on the way” email with tracking and a Bill of Lading (for freight). Follow the link to watch each scan in real time.
2. Delivery
- Small packages: arrive at your door with no signature required.
- Freight: the local terminal calls to book a curbside appointment. Be present to sign, inspect, and note any damage before the driver leaves.
3. Inspection, Support & Setup

Inspect every shipment before you sign for it and note any damage on the delivery receipt. If anything is missing or damaged, email photos and your order number to help@myfitnessoutlet.com within 48 hours of delivery, and we’ll work with the carrier and manufacturer on a replacement, repair or refund. If the item is returned, our standard return terms apply. Need it assembled? Assembly Services connects you with vetted local installers by ZIP code.