Garmin · Bike computer
Forerunner 970
4.5/5
The verdict
Average of 1 expert review →Reviewers liked
- Vast feature set that supports a huge number of activities
- Excellent cycling capabilities, including full mapping
- Improved optical heart rate sensor accuracy
- Integrates seamlessly into Garmin’s ecosystem
Watch out for
- Heart rate accuracy can vary from one sport to the next
- Requires a snug fit for reliable heart rate tracking
- Demands 24/7 wear to deliver a full suite of data
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Expert reviews
Expert review · 1 Sept 2026
Cycling Weekly
- +Vast feature set that supports a huge number of activities
- +Excellent cycling capabilities, including full mapping
- +Improved optical heart rate sensor accuracy
- +Integrates seamlessly into Garmin’s ecosystem
- −Heart rate accuracy can vary from one sport to the next
- −Requires a snug fit for reliable heart rate tracking
- −Demands 24/7 wear to deliver a full suite of data
https://www.cyclingweekly.com/author/simon-fellows · Read the full review ↗