Coros Pace 3 vs Garmin Forerunner 965
Coros Pace 3 (38 h GPS, 39 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 Pace 3Trail running GPS watch with track navigation, barometric altimeter and up to 38 h battery life in GPS mode. Lightweight (39 g), accurate and with offline maps. Best value for mountain navigation.
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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 Pace 3 | Garmin Forerunner 965 |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 38 h | 31 h |
| Multi-band battery | 15 h | 19 h |
| Smartwatch | 24 days | 23 days |
| Weight | 39 g | 53 g |
| Maps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-band | ✓ | ✓ |
| Music | – | ✓ |
| Display | MIP | AMOLED |
| Price | Entry | 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 Pace 3 lasts longer in GPS mode. If you want the lightest watch on your wrist, go for Coros Pace 3. On budget, Coros Pace 3 is the more affordable option.