Garmin Forerunner 170 Sports Smartwatch
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Garmin Forerunner 170 Sports Smartwatch - Forerunner 170 Music / Black/Amp Yellow is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Information
The Garmin Forerunner 170 is a GPS running smartwatch built for runners who want structured training guidance and all-day health tracking on one lightweight wrist device. It pairs a 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a traditional 5-button design, delivers up to 10 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, and adds Garmin Pay contactless payments, while the Forerunner 170 Music variant also stores songs and podcasts for phone-free listening.
Who it is for
This watch suits road and trail runners, triathletes and everyday fitness users who train by data. Built-in GPS tracks time, distance and pace, while training readiness, training status, running power and running dynamics show whether today is a day to push or recover. With 80+ built-in sports apps covering swimming, cycling and strength training, plus 24/7 health monitoring, it works as both a training tool and a daily smartwatch.
Key details
- 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen with five physical buttons alongside the touchscreen.
- Up to 10 days of battery life in smartwatch mode from a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
- Wrist-based optical heart rate, HRV status, Pulse Ox, breathing variations, Body Battery, sleep tracking and Sleep Coach.
- Daily suggested workouts and Garmin Coach plans adapt to your performance and recovery.
- 5 ATM water rating for swimming and everyday wear.
- Garmin Pay, barometric altimeter, magnetic compass and open water swim support on the Forerunner 170.
Compatibility and sizing
A compatible smartphone is required for smart notifications, LiveTrack and safety tracking. The Forerunner 170 Music needs wireless headphones and a third-party music service subscription for offline, phone-free playback. Colors include Black/Amp Yellow and Whitestone/Cloud Blue on both models, plus Green/Citron and Pink/Mango on the Music version.
DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Garmin dealer and a dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or start a chat if you want help choosing between the Forerunner 170 and Forerunner 170 Music or picking a color.
- 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen paired with a traditional 5-button design for control while running.
- Up to 10 days battery life in smartwatch mode from a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
- Built-in GPS tracks time, distance, pace and routes without your phone.
- Wrist-based heart rate monitoring with HRV status, Pulse Ox and breathing variations.
- Training tools include training readiness, training status, running power and running dynamics.
- Daily suggested workouts adapt to your recent performance and recovery, with Garmin Coach training plans built in.
- 80+ built-in sports apps covering running, swimming, cycling and strength training.
- 24/7 health monitoring with sleep tracking, Sleep Coach, Body Battery, lifestyle logging and the Health Status feature.
- Smart notifications deliver calls, texts and app alerts when paired with a compatible smartphone.
- LiveTrack and safety tracking features work when paired with a compatible smartphone.
- 5 ATM water rating suitable for swimming and everyday use.
- Forerunner 170 exclusives add Garmin Pay contactless payments, barometric altimeter, magnetic compass and open water swim support.
- Forerunner 170 Music downloads songs and podcasts from third-party services for phone-free listening with wireless headphones (subscription required).
| Models | Garmin Forerunner 170 / Forerunner 170 Music |
| Display Type | AMOLED Touchscreen |
| Display Size | 1.2 in |
| Controls | Touchscreen plus 5 physical buttons |
| GPS | Built-in GPS |
| Heart Rate Monitoring | Wrist-based optical heart rate sensor |
| Health Features | Sleep tracking, Sleep Coach, HRV status, Pulse Ox, Body Battery, Health Status, training readiness |
| Training Features | Training status, running power, running dynamics, daily suggested workouts, Garmin Coach |
| Sports Modes | 80+ built-in sports apps |
| Smart Features | Smart notifications, LiveTrack, safety tracking |
| Water Rating | 5 ATM |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 days (smartwatch mode) |
| Forerunner 170 Exclusive Features | Garmin Pay, barometric altimeter, magnetic compass, open water swim support |
| Forerunner 170 Music Features | Onboard music storage and playback from third-party services (subscription required) |
| Colors | Black/Amp Yellow, Whitestone/Cloud Blue, Green/Citron (Music), Pink/Mango (Music) |
| Intended Use | Running, fitness training, multisport tracking, everyday wear |
⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Garmin Forerunner 70 and the Forerunner 170?
The Forerunner 170 adds Garmin Pay contactless payments compared with the base Forerunner 70. On this listing the Forerunner 170 also carries a barometric altimeter, magnetic compass and open water swim support. The Forerunner 170 has a 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, 5-button design, built-in GPS and up to 10 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
Forerunner 170 vs Forerunner 170 Music: which should I choose?
Choose the Forerunner 170 Music if you want to run without your phone and still hear audio. The Music version downloads songs and podcasts from third-party services for phone-free listening with wireless headphones, which requires a music service subscription. The standard Forerunner 170 shares every other feature, including GPS, training readiness, Garmin Pay and 80+ sports apps.
Can I swim with the Forerunner 170?
Yes. The Forerunner 170 carries a 5 ATM water rating, so it is suitable for swimming and everyday water exposure. Swimming is one of the 80+ built-in sports apps, and the Forerunner 170 also supports open water swim tracking alongside its barometric altimeter and magnetic compass.
Which colors are available for each model?
The Forerunner 170 comes in Black/Amp Yellow and Whitestone/Cloud Blue. The Forerunner 170 Music is offered in Black/Amp Yellow, Whitestone/Cloud Blue, Green/Citron and Pink/Mango. Select the Type option first, then the Color option, because the Green/Citron and Pink/Mango bands are tied to the Music version only.
Review summary
Written reviews for this one are still few, so take the feedback below as early and limited. The Forerunner 170 is a lightweight GPS running smartwatch from Garmin with a bright AMOLED touchscreen, advanced training tools, 24/7 health monitoring, and long battery life. It adds Garmin Pay, a barometric altimeter, and expanded multisport support over the Forerunner 70. It suits runners who want detailed training and recovery data, plus multisport athletes who want one watch for daily wear and workouts.
