Updated 31 Oct 2026
Is the Garmin Forerunner 570 worth it?
Only on a good deal.
It has Garmin's brightest AMOLED screen at this level, an accurate new heart sensor, dual-band GPS and a mic and speaker for calls and voice commands, with all of Garmin's training tools. But at full price it has no maps and no ECG, and battery (up to 10 to 11 days) is shorter than cheaper Garmins. The Forerunner 970 adds maps and a flashlight for a little more, and the Forerunner 170 or 70 cover most runners for far less. It works with iPhone and Android.
Good to know
- No offline maps or ECG.
- Shorter battery than cheaper Garmins.
- Uncomfortable for some in bed.
- Some insights sit behind Garmin's paid subscription.
- Very bright AMOLED screen
- Accurate heart rate and GPS
- Mic and speaker for calls
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Get it if…
- You find it well below full price.
- You want a light, colourful running watch that takes calls.
Skip it if…
- You want maps and a flashlight: the Forerunner 970 costs a little more.
- You run a few times a week: the Forerunner 70 or 170 costs far less.
More on the Forerunner 570
How we reached this verdict
TechRadar (4/5) calls it a slick, accurate mid-range running watch but more refinement than reinvention for the high price, with shorter battery and still no maps. Tom's Guide (4/5) enjoyed using it but says it isn't a smart buy at full price next to the Forerunner 265 and 965. Android Central (4/5) says Garmin omits features that keep it from being worth its price.
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: TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Android Central, Garmin, Tom's Guide, TechRadar, TechRadar, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Tom's Guide, Android Central, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 31 Oct 2026How we decide