This model is no longer sold new. It has been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 970.
Full details →| Garmin Forerunner 965 | Suunto Vertical | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $599 | $599 |
| Subscription | ℹ️ Optional — $70/yr | ✓ None |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 53g★ | 70g |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 100m★ |
| Battery | 23 days★ | 20 days |
| Always-on display | ❌ | ✅★ |
| GPS | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cellular | ❌ | ❌ |
| Platform | iOS & Android | iOS & Android |
| Tier | Sports GPS | Sports GPS |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Mar 1, 2023 | Oct 15, 2025 |
| Cycle advice | superseded | good |
| Deals advice | clearance | neutral |
| Next model | — | — |
Turn-by-turn navigation on full TopoActive maps — essential for trail running and mountain racing.
Cadence, stride length, vertical oscillation, ground contact time, and running power.
Enough for week-long trail ultras without a charge.
The Vertical 2 replaces the MIP screen with a bright 1.5" AMOLED LTPO — delivering vivid colour maps and improved night readability while still providing 65 hours of dual-band GPS.
An integrated LED flashlight is new to the Vertical 2, adding practical trail and camp utility without a separate device — especially useful for early morning and night runs.
Global topographic maps with dual-band GPS, 20-day smartwatch battery, and an AI Coach that personalises training load and recovery recommendations directly on the watch.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$599 vs $809 over 3 years · no required subscription.
23 days vs 20 days battery.
7 sensors.
53g · no required subscription.
Competitive runners, triathletes, and ultramarathon runners who want full maps, running dynamics, and premium build.
Full details →Mountain runners, alpinists, and expedition athletes who want full offline maps, long GPS battery, and a bright AMOLED display in a rugged adventure watch. Suunto loyalists who need the brand's navigation precision and now want a readable colour display in the field.
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