
Garmin Forerunner 570
Mid-range Garmin with the same Elevate Gen5 sensor as the FR970. Two size options at a more accessible $449 price point for serious but budget-conscious athletes.
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Our Verdict
Mid-range entry to premium Garmin features with same Elevate Gen5 sensor as FR970. Two size options (42mm/47mm) at more accessible $449 price point.
Score Breakdown
Pros & Cons
Pros
- •Elevate Gen5 sensor
- •Two size options (42/47mm)
- •More accessible pricing
- •Full Garmin ecosystem
- •AMOLED display
Cons
- •Fewer metrics than FR970
- •No ECG
- •No maps
- •Plastic construction
Specifications
| Display | 1.3"/1.4" AMOLED |
| GPS | Multi-band GNSS |
| Battery | 22 hours GPS |
| Sensors | HR, SpO2 |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM |
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Mid-range Garmin seekers
- Runners wanting quality sensors
- Two-size preference
- Garmin ecosystem entry
Not For
- Advanced metrics needs
- Map navigation needs
- ECG monitoring
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