Is the Forerunner 570 worth it over the 265?

The 570 adds adaptive Garmin Coach plans, training readiness, training status and an evening report on top of the AMOLED screen. If you only want GPS, heart rate and basic training metrics, the 265 covers that; the 570 is for people who want daily coaching and recovery guidance.

Does it work for triathlon?

Yes. Garmin Coach includes triathlon plans, and the watch handles swim, bike and run activities with multisport mode. It does not have full-color maps, so open-water and trail navigation is more basic than on the 970.

How long does the battery last?

Battery life depends on GPS mode and screen use. The AMOLED display draws more than the MIP screens on older Forerunners, so expect shorter runtime between charges, especially with always-on display or music.

What is training readiness based on?

It combines sleep quality, recovery, HRV status, training load and recent activity into a morning score. A high score suggests a hard session; a low one suggests an easy day or rest.

Does it come with a heart rate strap?

The HRM bundle includes a Garmin chest strap heart rate monitor for more accurate effort and running dynamics than the wrist sensor. The watch alone still tracks wrist heart rate.

Can I use it without a phone?

Yes. GPS, heart rate and training features work standalone, and workouts sync to Garmin Connect when you pair with a phone. Smart notifications and music controls need the phone or stored music.

What do buyers say about the Garmin Forerunner 570 42mm HRM With GPS Watch?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 41 ratings.

Where can I buy the Garmin Forerunner 570 42mm HRM With GPS Watch?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Start Fitness, The Home Depot, Amazon.

Garmin Forerunner 570 42mm HRM With GPS Watch

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At Amazon, for $444.99, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

5 / 541 ratings

Owners rate it 5 out of 5 across 41 ratings. They like the bright screen, the comfortable 42mm fit and the daily readiness and coaching prompts that make training decisions easier.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners call the AMOLED screen bright and easy to read, even outdoors.
FitPraisedThe 42mm case is described as comfortable for smaller wrists and light enough to sleep in.
CoachingPraisedGarmin Coach adaptive plans and readiness scores are seen as genuinely useful for structuring training.
BatteryMixedSome owners note the AMOLED screen shortens battery life compared with older MIP-display Forerunners.
FeaturesMixedBuyers note that maps and advanced running dynamics are left to the more expensive models.

About the Garmin Forerunner 570 42mm HRM With GPS Watch

The Garmin Forerunner 570 is a 42 mm GPS running smartwatch with a bright AMOLED display and an aluminium bezel. It has wrist-based heart rate and a pulse ox sensor.

For training, it offers Garmin Coach adaptive plans for running, triathlon, cycling and strength. Select plans adapt daily based on performance, recovery and health metrics. A training readiness score, training status and daily suggested workouts help you decide how hard to train. The suggested run workouts vary in intensity and adapt after every run.

It also tracks sleep, stress, HRV status and energy levels. A built-in speaker and microphone let you make and take calls when the watch is paired to a smartphone. You can also use voice commands.

Case size

42 mm

Display

AMOLED

Bezel

Aluminium

Positioning

GPS

Sensors

Wrist-based heart rate, pulse ox (blood oxygen saturation), skin temperature

Calls and voice

Built-in speaker and microphone; calls when paired to a smartphone; voice commands

Training plans

Garmin Coach adaptive plans for running, triathlon, cycling and strength

Training insights

Training readiness, training status, recovery time, acute load, training effect, performance condition, VO2 max

Running metrics

Wrist-based running dynamics (cadence, stride length, ground contact time and more), wrist-based running power

Race tools

Race predictor (5K, 10K, half-marathon, marathon), projected race time

Workouts

Daily suggested workouts, custom multisport workouts from Garmin Connect, downloadable HIIT, strength, cardio, yoga, pilates and mobility workouts, voice alerts