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Garmin Forerunner 970 vs COROS PACE 4
Get the COROS PACE 4. Very light, dual-band GPS, triathlon modes and longer battery, for a fraction of the price. The Forerunner 970 is for trail runners who need maps and Garmin's deepest coaching.
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Which one is for you?
Forerunner 970
Get the 970 if this sounds like you: trail maps, the most detailed coaching, payments and music.
Is the Garmin Forerunner 970 worth it?Coros Pace 4
The longest battery in a light watch, triathlons on a budget, no maps needed? The PACE 4.
Is the COROS PACE 4 worth it?Key differences
Forerunner 970Coros Pace 4
Battery
About 15 days
Up to 19 days✓
Maps
Colour, turn by turn✓
Breadcrumbs only
Weight
Chunky
About 27g✓
Payments and music
Yes✓
No
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Tom's Guide, TechRadar, TechRadar, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Tom's Guide, Android Central, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 31 Oct 2026How we decide