Garmin Forerunner 170 review: an affordable and accurate running watch
The Garmin Forerunner 170 is an upgraded running watch that offers enhanced features compared to its predecessor. It is lightweight and provides accurate sports tracking, making it a solid choice for runners. However, it has a higher price point and some limitations, such as short battery life and the absence of dual-band GPS.
- ▪The Garmin Forerunner 170 costs $299.99 and features a new user interface with improved training analysis.
- ▪It is considered a more expensive option compared to the Garmin Forerunner 70, which is priced at $249.99.
- ▪The Forerunner 170 offers handy smart features but lacks dual-band GPS and triathlon mode.
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Tom's Guide Verdict The Garmin Forerunner 170 is a small but clear upgrade on the Garmin Forerunner 165, with a new user interface that brings in a lot of new software features, including more detailed training analysis for runners. If you don’t need its smart features, however, the Garmin Forerunner 70 and Coros Pace 4 offer better value. $299.99 at Garmin $299.99 at Amazon(Blue) $299.99 at Amazon(Black) Check Best Buy Pros +Lightweight, attractive design +Accurate sports tracking +Improved training analysis +Handy smart features Cons -Short battery life -No dual-band GPS -No triathlon mode Best picks for you I review running watches and these are my top 3 suggestions for most people Best Garmin watch 2026 tested and rated: top picks to hit your fitness goals this year These are the best…
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