Garmin Forerunner 230 Purple

Garmin Forerunner 230 is the successor of the popular Forerunner 220 model. It is equipped with a display that is larger than its predecessor's: the size has increased by 44% mostly due to the reduction of the frame. As a result, the display can now show a lot more information at the same time. Garmin has also improved the battery life, and so the sports watch now lasts up to 16 hours with the GPS on and up to 5 weeks in simple watch mode. Unlike the previous Forerunner models, Forerunner 230 is now also equipped with multisport profiles - cycling, running, and others. 

Sports Watch and Smartwatch in One

You can now use your sports watch as a smartwatch by pairing it with your Android or iOS smartphone through Bluetooth. The watch then displays information about incoming/missed calls, text messages, emails, and other notifications. It will also enable you to comfortably send measured data directly to the training server or watch athletes on the track in real time using Live Tracking.

Key Features

• Large display with excellent readability
• Smartwatch function
• VO2Max value calculation for running (optional)
• Voice control
• Support for the IQ Connect platform
• High-quality GLONASS receiver
• 5ATM water resistance

Lighting-fast GPS

A GPS chip and support for the Russian GLONASS satellite system reception are matter-of-course, and so there is no need for buying any external GPS receivers. The GPS signal is very accurate and is available in a matter of seconds - your watch will be ready for you a long time before you finish warming up. The watch is made specifically for runners but it is also useful for cyclists, inline skaters, skiers and other active-lifestyle enthusiasts. 

Countless Training Features

Forerunner 230 will show you, among other things, your current or average tempo - for example, your watch will signal with a beep and display your time for every kilometre, or any given distance (optional setting), you have conquered. It also offers advanced training features, such as interval training and its planning, and also sound/vibration notifications. Interval training is an interesting way to switch up your workout; you can choose one of the preset variants in the online log or customise your own, and then upload it to your watch. It will then tell you when you need to speed up, slow down, and how long you should run at the given speed.

Connect IQ

With the Garmin Connect Mobile application, you will be able to add not only Garmin Connect IQ features, but also features from other providers. You can easily personalise your device by changing the appearance of your display or by using different data fields, widgets, and applications .

• Watch Faces - allow you to customise the appearance your watch
• Data Fields - allow you to download new data fields that now show the sensor, activity, and history data. You can add Connect IQ data fields to built-in features and pages.
• Widgets - provide instant information, including sensor data and notifications.
• Applications - add interactive features to your watch, such as new types of outdoor and fitness activities.