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Suunto Core 2 vs Suunto Vertical 2

Suunto Core 2 ($199) vs Suunto Vertical 2 ($599) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sports watch.

Suunto Core 2
Suunto
Core 2
$199
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Suunto Vertical 2
Suunto
Vertical 2
$599
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Spec-by-spec
SpecSuunto Core 2Suunto Vertical 2
Price$199$599
Weight74g87g
Weight74g (Suunto)87g (Suunto)
SensorsAltimeter, barometer, compass—
Water resistance10 ATM—
BuildComposite case, Gorilla Glass, stainless bezel—
Case—48.6mm, 13.5mm thick
Glass—Sapphire crystal
Bezel—Stainless steel
Features—Offline maps, multisport GPS
Pros & Cons

Suunto Core 2

  • Altimeter, barometer and compass
  • 10 ATM water resistance
  • About $199
  • Basic watch features
  • Not a smartwatch
  • No GPS mapping

Suunto Vertical 2

  • Offline maps
  • Sapphire crystal
  • Multisport GPS
  • $599
  • 48.6mm is a big case
  • Heavier than lighter running watches
Suunto Core 2 is the better value at $199. Both are part of our curated sports watch index — tap through to check current pricing.
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