Coros Pace 3 vs Suunto Vertical
Coros Pace 3 (38 h GPS, 39 g) vs Suunto Vertical (60 h GPS, 86 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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SuuntoSuunto VerticalAdventure watch with free offline topo maps and enormous battery life: 60 h in dual-band and up to 60 days in daily use, with a 500 h Tour mode. Large display, dual-band GPS and five satellite systems. Built for big mountain crossings and multi-day ultras.
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| Spec | Coros Pace 3 | Suunto Vertical |
|---|---|---|
| GPS battery | 38 h | 60 h |
| Multi-band battery | 15 h | Yes |
| Smartwatch | 24 days | 60 days |
| Weight | 39 g | 86 g |
| Maps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-band | ✓ | ✓ |
| Music | – | – |
| Display | MIP | MIP |
| 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, Suunto Vertical 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.