Coros Pace 3 vs Polar Grit X2 Pro
Coros Pace 3 (38 h GPS, 39 g) vs Polar Grit X2 Pro (43 h GPS, 64 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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PolarPolar Grit X2 ProPolar's adventure multisport watch: 1.39" AMOLED display with sapphire, dual-frequency GPS and full-colour offline topo maps. 43 h of battery in training mode and MIL-STD-810H military standard. Top-tier recovery and training metrics for demanding trail and outdoor use.
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| Spec | Coros Pace 3 | Polar Grit X2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 38 h | 43 h |
| Multi-band battery | 15 h | Yes |
| Smartwatch | 24 days | 10 days |
| Weight | 39 g | 64 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, Polar Grit X2 Pro 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.