Forerunner 970

Garmin

Forerunner 970

117 positive 5 neutral 63 negative

Based on 185 Reddit mentions

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My first 48 hours with the Venu 4

Hello everyone, since many people seem to be interested in the new Venu 4 and there aren’t many user reviews yet, I thought I’d share my first impressions of this watch.

I actually downgraded from a Forerunner 970. The FR970 is a fantastic watch in itself, but I initially had a massive ghost-touch

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DerGigantAusDemAll in r/GarminWatches

September 24, 2025 6:56 PM

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FR970 or Enduro 3 🙃

Thought I'd share this for anyone interested.

Not seen any pictures of this comparison, for a good reason, these are in many ways to totally different watches. But here it is.

Been testing a few of the latest garmin watches (instinct 3, fenix 8, enduro 3, forerunner 970) and debating with myself

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OptimusTrion in r/GarminWatches

June 2, 2025 8:36 AM

133

My new Forerunner 970

I love my new Forerunner 970 with the ultrafit wristband. I also tested the Fenix 8 and the Venu X1. But for me, the 970 is currently the most attractive and harmonious watch.

SweatyJackfruit6176 in r/GarminWatches

July 10, 2025 12:45 PM

132

Apple Watch to Forerunner 970

My first smartwatch was an Apple Watch Series 7. I upgraded to the Series 10 last year, but since I started running and wanted more detailed insights into my progress, I decided to get a Forerunner 970 yesterday.

Having been in the Apple Watch ecosystem for so long, switching to Garmin’s interface

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TurtlepipeL3N in r/GarminWatches

June 19, 2025 5:41 PM

115

Forerunner 970

Okay,

So, finally made the move.

Was using Enduro 3 from last 6 months and loved the watch, the battery life was monstrous but the size started to bother me a bit and MIP display, well i feel its time to move on.

Forerunner 970, the biggest difference i noticed straight away is the weight and t

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Zestyclose-Room1323 in r/GarminWatches

June 6, 2025 9:30 PM

99

Suunto Race 2: From an analytical and neurotic consumer.

I wondered whether being a Garmin Fenix 5, then Fenix 6 pro owner, whether I could change sides. After all, I was attached to my MiP display and the durability of the Garmin. I’d been waiting for something that looks exactly like the Suunto Race 2 - slim profile, beautiful display with titanium and

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The_HungryRunner in r/Suunto

October 23, 2025 5:33 AM

97

Which?

which of these watches will be ok for my wrist? in my opinion the enduro is a bit too big. I have to have maps, a flashlight and sapphire - that's why I'm increasingly leaning towards the forerunner 970 (it goes with both sports and a suit, in my opinion its size is also right)

Lost_Rent_689 in r/GarminWatches

June 16, 2025 2:13 PM

77

Joined the Garmin family

I someway ordered 42mm but it supposed to be 47 forerunner 970. I got used to 42mm now we are doing good very cool :)

ahmt0844 in r/GarminWatches

September 16, 2025 3:53 AM

62

FR970 vs FR965 vs Epix vs COROS Pace Pro

It’s another one of these posts, but I appreciate the help.

I’m coming off a COROS Pace 3. I’ve been very happy with it for workouts, but it’s starting to feel a little embarrassing at my business casual office with occasional more dressy events. Wrist is ~190mm. I do about 20-30 mpw, but looking

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sqigglynoodles in r/GarminWatches

November 21, 2025 3:18 AM

24

Forerunner 970 fit check?

I was worried it would be too big but it seems pretty okey!? Upgrading from a Venu 3s. Very excited 🤞🏻

For reference I have 16 cm (6,3”) wrists.

mieball in r/GarminWatches

July 31, 2025 12:54 PM

47

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