Garmin Launches Forerunner 70 ($249.99) and 170 ($299.99) on May 15
Garmin is launching two new running smartwatches, the Forerunner 70 ($249.99, 13-day battery) and Forerunner 170 ($299.99, 10-day battery), alongside a Forerunner 170 Music model ($349.99) with phone-free music and Garmin Pay. They debut May 15, 2026, all featuring 1.2-inch AMOLED screens with advanced training and health metrics.
1. Product Launch and Availability
Garmin will release the Forerunner 70, Forerunner 170 and Forerunner 170 Music on May 15, 2026, exclusively via Garmin.com. All models ship with vibrant 1.2-inch AMOLED displays and a five-button design, aiming to serve both entry-level and seasoned runners.
2. Model Feature Comparison
The Forerunner 70 includes built-in GPS, wrist-based heart rate, Garmin Coach adaptive training plans, quick workouts and advanced health metrics such as sleep tracking, HRV status and Pulse Ox. The Forerunner 170 adds Garmin Pay for contactless payments and the 170 Music version supports local music downloads for phone-free listening.
3. Pricing, Battery and Color Options
Suggested retail prices are $249.99 for the Forerunner 70, $299.99 for the Forerunner 170 and $349.99 for the Forerunner 170 Music. Battery life ranges from 10 days in the 170 models to 13 days in the 70, with multiple colorways available to match user style preferences.