Coros Apex 2 Pro vs Garmin Forerunner 965
Coros Apex 2 Pro (66 h GPS, 53 g) vs Garmin Forerunner 965 (31 h GPS, 53 g). Side-by-side spec comparison: battery, weight, maps, multi-band GPS and price. Which GPS watch should you buy?
CorosCoros Apex 2 ProMountain watch with outstanding battery life: 66 h in full GPS, 26 h in dual-frequency and up to 21 days in daily use, at just 53 g. Free offline maps, multi-band GPS, MP3 music and touchscreen. The light, long-lasting alternative to Garmin for ultras and crossings.
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GarminGarmin Forerunner 965Premium running watch with a 1.4" AMOLED display, onboard topo maps, multi-band GPS and music. Up to 31 h in GPS mode (19 h multi-band) and 23 days in smartwatch mode, at just 53 g. Garmin's top running watch without the bulk of a Fenix: ideal for marathons and single-day ultras with accurate navigation.
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| Spec | Coros Apex 2 Pro | Garmin Forerunner 965 |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 66 h | 31 h |
| Multi-band battery | 26 h | 19 h |
| Smartwatch | 21 days | 23 days |
| Weight | 53 g | 53 g |
| Maps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-band | ✓ | ✓ |
| Music | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | MIP | AMOLED |
| Price | High-end | High-end |
GPS battery = each manufacturer's standard GPS mode; multi-band = dual-frequency (maximum accuracy). On Suunto, Polar Grit and Amazfit T-Rex the GPS figure already corresponds to dual-band mode. Figures verified against the manufacturer.
Verdict
For maximum autonomy on long ultras, Coros Apex 2 Pro lasts longer in GPS mode. If you want the lightest watch on your wrist, go for Coros Apex 2 Pro. Both sit in the same price segment, so let battery, weight and the feature you value most decide.