Garmin Forerunner 170 Smart Watch

The Garmin Forerunner 170 is a lightweight GPS running smartwatch designed for runners who want essential training data, recovery insights and everyday health tracking in one easy-to-use device. It features a bright 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a 390 x 390 pixel resolution for clear viewing of workout and wellness information. Built-in GNSS tracks pace and distance, while wrist-based heart rate monitoring provides useful training data. The watch includes daily suggested workouts, Garmin Coach adaptive training plans, training readiness, training status, training effect and recovery time. It also provides HRV status, Body Battery, sleep tracking, Sleep Coach, nap detection and Pulse Ox monitoring. Garmin Pay adds convenient contactless payments from the wrist. With up to 10 days of smartwatch battery life and 5 ATM water resistance, the Forerunner 170 is built for both regular training and everyday use.

Key Features

• Display: 1.2-inch AMOLED color touchscreen with 390 x 390 pixel resolution
• GPS: Built-in GNSS for tracking pace, distance and outdoor activities
• Running Metrics: Track pace, distance, heart rate and advanced running performance data
• Training: Daily suggested workouts that adapt based on performance and recovery
• Garmin Coach: Adaptive training plans for running goals and events
• Training Readiness: Helps determine whether you are prepared for your next workout
• Training Status: Provides insights into training progress and productivity
• Recovery: Recovery time and training effect provide useful workout feedback
• Health Tracking: HRV status, Body Battery, sleep score, Sleep Coach, stress and Pulse Ox
• Smart Features: Garmin Pay, smartphone notifications, weather, calendar, Find My Phone and Connect IQ
• Sports Profiles: More than 80 built-in sports and activity apps
• Water Resistance: 5 ATM water rating
• Battery Life: Up to 10 days in smartwatch mode

Product Specifications

• Brand: Garmin
• Model: Forerunner 170
• Product Type: GPS Running Smartwatch
• Display Type: AMOLED with optional always-on mode
• Display Size: 1.2 inches / 30.4 mm diameter
• Display Resolution: 390 x 390 pixels
• Touchscreen: Yes
• Lens Material: Chemically strengthened glass
• Bezel Material: Fiber-reinforced polymer
• Strap Material: Silicone
• Case Size: 42.6 x 42.6 x 11.9 mm
• Wrist Compatibility: 126–203 mm
• Weight: 41 g
• Band Size: 20 mm industry-standard quick-release
• Battery Type: Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion
• Smartwatch Battery Life: Up to 10 days
• Battery Saver Mode: Up to 19 days
• GPS-Only GNSS Battery Life: Up to 20 hours
• All-Systems GNSS Battery Life: Up to 14 hours
• Water Rating: 5 ATM
• Memory: 4 GB
• Charging Method: Garmin proprietary plug charger
• Available Model: Forerunner 170
• Part Number: 010-03920-00

Training & Health Monitoring

• Daily Suggested Workouts: Workout Guidance: Receive personalized running workouts that adjust according to performance and recovery
• HRV Status: Recovery Insight: Monitor heart rate variability during sleep to better understand training and recovery
• Training Readiness: Readiness Tracking: Use sleep, recovery and other health information to understand workout preparedness
• Training Status: Performance Insight: See whether your training is productive and how your fitness is progressing
• Training Effect: Workout Feedback: Understand the primary benefit and impact of completed workouts
• Sleep Coach: Sleep Guidance: Receive sleep score and personalized recommendations based on your needs
• Body Battery: Energy Monitoring: Track estimated energy levels throughout the day
• Nap Detection: Nap Tracking: Automatically track or log naps and understand their potential benefits
• Pulse Ox: Blood Oxygen: Check blood oxygen saturation using supported Pulse Ox measurements

Garmin Pay & Smart Features

• Garmin Pay: Contactless Payments: Make compatible contactless payments directly from your wrist
• Smart Notifications: Connectivity: Receive notifications from a compatible paired smartphone
• Weather: Weather Information: Check weather information when connected to a compatible smartphone
• Find My Phone: Device Assistance: Use the watch to help locate a connected smartphone
• Connect IQ: Customization: Access compatible apps, widgets and watch faces
• Safety Features: Incident Detection: Supported safety and tracking features can help provide assistance when paired with a compatible smartphone

Easy Operation / Usage

• Controls: Use the AMOLED touchscreen and physical buttons to navigate menus and workout functions
• Running: Select a running profile and start the activity to record GPS-based performance information
• Training: Follow daily suggested workouts or choose an adaptive Garmin Coach training plan
• Smartphone Pairing: Connect with a compatible smartphone to synchronize data and receive notifications
• Activity Tracking: Choose from the available sports and activity profiles for different workouts
• Data Review: Review training, recovery, sleep and wellness information on the watch or through Garmin Connect
• Band Replacement: Band Compatibility: The 20 mm industry-standard quick-release band can be replaced when required

Why Choose This Product

• Runner Focused: Purpose: Designed specifically around essential running, training and recovery requirements
• AMOLED Display: Screen Quality: Provides a bright and detailed display for workout statistics and daily information
• Training Guidance: Garmin Coach: Provides adaptive training plans that can adjust according to your progress and recovery
• Health Insights: Wellness Tracking: Combines HRV status, sleep, Body Battery, heart rate and Pulse Ox features
• Contactless Payments: Garmin Pay: Lets you make supported payments directly from the watch
• Long Battery: Battery Performance: Up to 10 days of smartwatch use helps reduce frequent charging
• Lightweight Design: Weight: At 41 g, the watch is designed for comfortable everyday wear and training
• Water Resistance: Durability: 5 ATM water resistance makes it suitable for swimming and everyday water exposure

In the Box

• Garmin Forerunner 170 smartwatch
• Silicone watch band
• Garmin charging cable
• Documentation