| Samsung Galaxy Watch | Suunto Race | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $379★ | $499 |
| Subscription | ✓ None | ✓ None |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 32g★ | 60g |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 100m★ |
| Battery | 1.5 days | 16 days★ |
| Always-on display | ✅ | ✅ |
| GPS | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cellular | ✅★ | ❌ |
| Platform | Android only | iOS & Android |
| Tier | Smartwatch | Sports GPS |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Aug 7, 2026 | Aug 27, 2025 |
| Cycle advice | good★ | bad |
| Deals advice | good | great★ |
| Next model | — | Suunto Race 3S (Announced — on sale in the US October 29, 2026) |
ECG, blood pressure, body composition, SpO2, and advanced sleep coaching — all processed on-device with Galaxy AI.
Answer calls, control SmartThings, and use Galaxy AI features seamlessly across Galaxy phones and tablets.
Access Google Play, Google Maps, Google Wallet, and Samsung's One UI Watch interface.
The redesigned optical HR sensor on Race 2 delivers far more reliable readings during high-intensity sessions — a notable weak point of the original Race that has been addressed.
Dual-frequency L1+L5 multi-constellation GPS for sub-meter precision in urban areas and dense forests, with 55 continuous GPS hours on a single charge.
The display grows to 1.5" at 2000 nits while the case slims to 12.5mm and drops to 76g — more readable in sunlight and easier to wear day-to-day than its predecessor.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$379 vs $499 over 3 years.
16 days vs 1.5 days battery.
10 sensors.
32g.
Android users — especially those in the Samsung ecosystem — who want a premium smartwatch with comprehensive health tracking, Wear OS flexibility, and strong software support. The Ultra suits outdoor-active users who need longer battery life.
Full details →Competitive road and trail runners who want Suunto's precise multi-band GPS tracking and a vivid AMOLED display in a lighter, thinner package. A strong alternative to Garmin for athletes who prefer Suunto's clean interface and ecosystem.
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