Garmin Forerunner 570

Here’s a detailed look at the Garmin Forerunner 570 Smartwatch, one of Garmin’s newest GPS-enabled wearables that landed in Australia in May 2025 with a typical retail RRP around AU$999 (though prices vary by size and retailer). Built as a versatile running and multisport watch with full smartwatch features, it sits between entry-level fitness trackers and Garmin’s premium multisport watches, offering a compelling mix of performance tracking, everyday smart features and long battery life.

At first glance the design feels familiar to Forerunner fans but noticeably refined. The watch is offered in both 42 mm and 47 mm case sizes, each with a lightweight aluminium bezel and Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 over an AMOLED touchscreen that delivers crisp, bright visuals — ideal for viewing stats on the move or under sunlight. It’s also water rated to 5 ATM, making it suitable for swimming, showering or running in the rain without worry. 

Garmin has endowed the Forerunner 570 with a broad set of fitness and health tools. At its core is the Elevate Gen 5 heart rate sensor, which continuously tracks heart rate during workouts and daily activities. You’ll find standard metrics such as pulse-ox blood oxygen saturation (with spot check and optional all-day tracking), stress tracking and advanced sleep analytics that feed into Garmin’s overall wellness ecosystem via the Garmin Connect app. Built-in GPS with Multi-Band GNSS and SatIQ technology ensures accurate pace, distance and route tracking even in challenging environments, whether you’re on city streets or winding forest tracks. 

For runners and multisport athletes, the watch delivers comprehensive training metrics. It includes updated training readiness scores, running power from the wrist, recovery advisors and adaptive Garmin Coach plans that suggest workouts based on your recent performance and goals. There’s also a projected race time predictor and auto-lap features for structured training. Those doing more than running will appreciate support for a wide variety of activity profiles, including cycling, swimming and strength training, making this a versatile training companion. 

Beyond pure fitness tracking, Garmin has equipped the 570 with a built-in speaker and microphone, enabling on-wrist phone calls and voice-enabled interactions when paired with a compatible smartphone. Notifications, music controls and even stored music (with onboard storage up to 8 GB) mean you can go hands-free on runs or daily routines. Contactless payments are supported via Garmin Pay™, and safety features such as LiveTrack and incident detection help keep you connected and secure on outdoor adventures. 

Battery performance is strong, especially for a watch with such a bright AMOLED screen. In typical smartwatch mode the Forerunner 570 offers up to 10 days of battery life, and when you’re out tracking with GPS it can last up to 18 hours, depending on the settings and sensors you’re using. Garmin’s power management features, including SatIQ auto-selection of GNSS modes, help balance performance and longevity during longer outings. 

Everyday usability is also considered in the physical design. Despite its performance focus, the watch remains light on the wrist — roughly 42 g for the smaller size — and the quick-release bands mean swapping to a different strap is straightforward if you want a different look or fit. The screen can be configured with always-on mode or a gesture trigger depending on how you prioritise battery life versus visibility. 

Health tracking goes beyond basic steps and calories. Garmin includes detailed sleep tracking, stress monitoring and what it calls “Evening Report” summaries that give insights into how your day’s training and rest patterns might affect tomorrow’s performance. These insights are accessible both on the watch and in the companion app, reinforcing Garmin’s emphasis on holistic training and recovery rather than raw metrics alone. 

Smartwatch features extend into daily life too, with support for smartphone notifications, weather updates and customisable watch faces. Music playback options mean it’s possible to leave your phone behind on runs or workouts if you’ve stored playlists directly on the watch. Pairing with the Garmin Connect app provides deeper analysis, training suggestions and community features that many athletes value for motivation and progress tracking. 

Whether you’re a runner looking for detailed training insights, a multisport athlete needing broad activity support, or someone who wants a capable smartwatch with solid battery life and intuitive fitness tracking, the Forerunner 570 strikes a balance between performance and everyday wear. Its position in Garmin’s lineup makes it a compelling choice for active users who want more than basic tracking without stepping up to the more expensive flagship models.

This description was generated with the help of AI and last updated February 2026.