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Suunto 9 Peak Pro review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Screen size:1.2 inchBattery life:30 daysDisplay type:Transflective LCD

Suunto 9 Peak Pro Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 23 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Suunto 9 Peak Pro
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

35%

8.1

Technical score

30%

8.0

List score

25%

7.8

Reviews score

10%

8.4

Sentiment score

▲Better than 84% of smartwatches
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Value for money

Value for money
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

24%

8.0

Health

21%

9.7

Fitness

16%

8.9

Battery

14%

7.1

Smart features

12%

6.7

Connectivity

9%

6.9

Display & Design

4%

6.7

Hardware

▲Better than 86%
7.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (23)
6 reviews + 17 videos, average 7.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 52%
8.0

List score

List score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 120 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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Best prices
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Ranked #568 of 777 models in Smartwatches (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Suunto 9 Peak Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

24%

8.0

Health

21%

9.7

Fitness

16%

8.9

Battery

14%

7.1

Smart features

12%

6.7

Connectivity

9%

6.9

Display & Design

4%

6.7

Hardware

8.1
Reviews score
7.8
List score
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.6
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
?
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
?
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
?
Cadence sensor
?
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
30 days
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch lasts 30 days on a charge, which is longer than 95.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
40 h
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 40 h on a charge, which is longer than 83.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
40 h
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 40 h with GPS on, which is longer than 83% of Smartwatches and the same as 3.4% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
?
Charge time
60 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 60 min, which is quicker than 83.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 12% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54% of Smartwatches and equal to 42.1% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
?
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
Suunto 9 Peak Pro does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.2 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.2 inch screen, which is smaller than 84.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 8.1% of Smartwatches.
Display type
Transflective LCD
This smartwatch uses Transflective LCD, which is less advanced than the screen in 68.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
?
Display brightness
300 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 300 nits, which is lower than 98.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.5% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

Suunto 9 Peak Pro vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 23 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (30 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    30 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • 19 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    40 h vs 21 h
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 20 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 11.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (23)
    6 reviews + 17 videos, average 7.5/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.8 vs 7.0
  • 11% better value for money
    Suunto 9 Peak Pro has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.61 vs 7.8).
    8.61 vs 7.76
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 25 more exercise types
    This smartwatch includes more exercise types than the average smartwatch (115 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    115 vs 90
  • 23 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (30 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    30 days vs 7 days
  • 60 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • 19 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    40 h vs 21 h
  • 20 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (40 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    40 h vs 20 h
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses titanium for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    titanium vs polycarbonate
  • 50 m deeper water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for deeper water than the average smartwatch (100 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    100 m vs 50 m
  • 10 °C higher heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a higher temperature than the average smartwatch (55 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45.0 °C.
    55 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses fabric for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    fabric vs silicone
  • 0.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (11 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    11 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IPX8 vs IP68).
    IPX8 vs IP68
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (Transflective LCD vs AMOLED).
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • 450 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (300 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    300 nits vs 750 nits
  • 0.2 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • 10 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (55 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    55 g vs 45.0 g
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IPX8 vs IP68).
    IPX8 vs IP68
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (Transflective LCD vs AMOLED).
    Transflective LCD vs AMOLED
  • 450 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (300 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    300 nits vs 750 nits
  • 0.2 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    240x240 vs 360x360
  • 10 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (55 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    55 g vs 45.0 g
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

4.0
The Wolf of Williamsburg
≈ estimated
14/12/2024
Revisit review · comparison with Garmin and Apple Watch
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a decent watch with an improved interface, but it is not worth choosing over the Garmin Instinct or Apple Watch.
8.0
Learn Random
≈ estimated
15/06/2024
Long-term review · over 100 days of daily use
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro has excellent battery life and GPS for multisport use, but it is a poor fit for anyone wanting smartwatch features.
9.0
Backpacking UK
≈ estimated
14/03/2024
Long-term test · running, cycling and hiking use
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is excellent value for money and highly recommended, despite its small size and screen.
7.0
Chase the Summit
≈ estimated
14/04/2023
Long-term test · several months of use
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro offers good looks, a wide feature set and a strong app, but its price is hard to justify unless you already use Suunto.
9.0
Active Ideas
≈ estimated
10/03/2023
Software deep-dive · menus, settings and months of use
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is an enjoyable daily companion with excellent battery life, though its sleep detection needed tweaking.
9.0
KLGadgetTV
≈ estimated
16/01/2023
Long-term test · one month of use vs Apple Watch
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a surprisingly capable sports watch with strong metrics and battery life, worth buying for serious training.
7.0
Eric @ DirtyOldSneakers
≈ estimated
21/12/2022
Hands-on review · one month of running use
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a sleek, capable running watch, but its small display and high price put it out of reach for some buyers.
8.0
Sean Talks Tech
≈ estimated
20/12/2022
Hands-on review · accuracy test against Apple Watch Ultra
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is accurate enough for casual users and adventurers, with heart rate more responsive than the Apple Watch Ultra.
7.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
07/11/2022
Hands-on review · GPS, heart rate and weight training tests
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a solid upgrade with a premium build, but it is hard to justify over the previous Peak model at this price.
9.0
Active Ideas
≈ estimated
11/02/2024
Long-term use · about eight days of daily training
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro is comfortable and lasts many days between charges with easy navigation, though heart rate readings seemed off.
9.0
Ben Notley
≈ estimated
07/11/2022
Comparison test · GPS distance accuracy over several weeks
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro consistently measured closer to the real course distance than the Garmin Phoenix 6, and it was enjoyable to use.
6.0
The Run Testers
≈ estimated
11/10/2022
First impressions · one run and four days of use
Verdict
Suunto 9 Peak Pro has solid heart rate and GPS, but its battery gains are unproven and little is new, making for a cautious first impression.

What reviewers agree on

Based on 6 · 11

Reviewers praise strong battery life and accurate location tracking, but smart features are lacking and maps and heart rate fall short.
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Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.2
cleverhiker.com
✓ explicit
28/04/2025
Real-world test · Multisport GPS watch
Verdict
The Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a stylish, fast multisport watch for single-day outings, but its battery drains quickly and it lacks daily smartwatch features.
7.7
220triathlon.com
✓ explicit
23/01/2026
Triathlon review · Multisport GPS watch
Verdict
The Suunto 9 Peak Pro suits multisport athletes who want long battery life and GPS, though its small display and basic navigation lag behind top triathlon rivals.
8.0
countryfile.com
✓ explicit
04/01/2024
Hands-on review · Multisport GPS watch
Verdict
The Suunto 9 Peak Pro suits smaller wrists with long battery life and easy route planning, but its dim display and lack of maps hold it back.
9.0
sport-passion.fr
✓ explicit
Not Dated
Full test · Multisport GPS watch
Verdict
The Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a slim, durable sports watch with precise GPS and long battery life, but it has no maps and only basic smartwatch features.
7.0
horloge-du-coureur.fr
✓ explicit
10/02/2026
Hands-on test · Outdoor GPS watch
Verdict
The Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a light outdoor watch for trail runners and endurance athletes, with stable GPS, but it lacks maps, music storage and contactless payments.
9.0
gearshare.nl
≈ estimated
15/02/2026
Hands-on test · Outdoor GPS watch
Verdict
The Suunto 9 Peak Pro is a light outdoor watch with long battery life, best for hikers and trail runners, though it is not a full smartwatch.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Suunto 9 Peak Pro

  • Battery life of 30 days means fewer charges on long trips.
  • 40 h with GPS on covers a full day in the hills.
  • Waterproof to 100 m suits swimming and open-water sessions.
  • 115 exercise modes cover most outdoor and indoor sports.
  • At 52 g in the 43 mm size, it is light enough for all-day wear.
  • The buttons work with gloves on.

What we don't like about Suunto 9 Peak Pro

  • The 1.2 inch screen with 300 nits is hard to read in bright sun.
  • Wrist heart rate is less reliable in hard intervals, so a chest strap is advised.
  • No built-in maps, so routes only come as preloaded breadcrumb trails.
  • No fall detection or crash detection.
  • No music storage or contactless payments.

Verdict

The 30 days of battery life on the Suunto 9 Peak Pro sounds generous, and it is, but the figure that matters on a long hike is 40 h with GPS running. In tests it reached about 21 days of daily wear, which is still plenty for a trip. At 52 g in the 43 mm size it is easy to forget on the wrist during a long day. The GPS locks quickly in mountains and dense forest, and the buttons still work with gloves on. The trade-off is the wrist heart rate sensor, which is less reliable in hard intervals, so a chest strap helps there. It suits a hiker, runner or triathlete who wants a rugged watch that lasts well beyond a weekend and does not need music or payments.

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