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Garmin Forerunner 970

Garmin Forerunner 970
4.9 / 5
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5 / 5

The best smartwatch for triathlon.

- Gilles, 23 October, 2026

I’m really pleased with my watch – I ordered it at 5 pm and received it the next day at 2 pm. Thank you, Mantel.

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5 / 5

A brilliant smartwatch!

- Jorik, 4 September, 2026

I’ve had my watch for three weeks now and I’m absolutely delighted with it! Great value for money!

Pros & Cons

Battery life
Lots of data on display
The navigation system for running is brilliant
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5 / 5

A really lovely sports watch with great features.

- Pieter, 22 July, 2026

A good watch with useful features.

Pros & Cons

Long battery life
Works well with the TrainingPeaks training plan
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5 / 5

The best Forerunner out there right now!

- Jean-François, 1 July, 2026

Great promotional prices at Mantel, with super-fast and efficient delivery to a collection point. It really is a step up from the 965 (readability, features, interface).

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5 / 5

Top watch

- Annelore, 24 June, 2026

Very easy to use and light on the wrist. Loads of features, and there are still new ones to discover every day.

Pros & Cons

Battery life
Built-in torch
Lots of new features (training readiness, etc.)
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5 / 5

A brilliant watch; it’s everything I’d hoped for.

- Andy, 23 June, 2026

A massive upgrade on my Fenix 5 Plus. Brilliant for a data lover

Pros & Cons

Crisp, beautiful AMOLED screen
Long battery life
Lots of (pre-programmed) workouts
Scratch-resistant thanks to sapphire glass
Tracks a lot of data
Haven’t experienced any yet
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5 / 5

Super sports watch

- Roddy, 24 May, 2026

Easy to operate, accurate recordings, nice screen, lightweight, in short very satisfied

Pros & Cons

Lightweight, super during running
The screen is super, bright and easy to use
Versatile
Maybe the price, but worth every euro
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5 / 5

Top purchase!

- Ruben, 20 May, 2026

Completely matches expectations. For someone who loves running, this is a must have.... Truly a great watch!

Pros & Cons

Better integration with apps than previous models
Easy operation
Great battery life
Top readable
No e-sim option
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5 / 5

Highly recommended!

- Gert Jan, 5 May, 2026

It is a great product that displays a super registration and which you can fine-tune to your sport.

Pros & Cons

Clear display
Lots of possibilities
Nice colours
Strap sometimes pinches a bit
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5 / 5

Highly recommended to Mantel

- Jeffrey CL, 22 January, 2026

Quick delivery and good product as described.

Pros & Cons

Good quality
Quick delivery