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Suunto Vertical 2 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Screen size:1.5 inchBattery life:20 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Suunto Vertical 2 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 31 expert and video reviews and 6 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Suunto Vertical 2
8.5/10

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

35%

8.5

Technical score

30%

8.3

List score

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

9.9

Sentiment score

★Better than 96% 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%

8.5

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.5

Technical score

Technical score
8.5/ 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 97% of models
Score components

24%

8.5

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

8.7

Battery

14%

7.1

Smart features

12%

8.2

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

7.3

Hardware

★Better than 97%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 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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▲ Better than 76% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (31)
7 reviews + 24 videos, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 76%
8.3

List score

List score
8.3/ 10
✕
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 (6)
List score: in 6 of 120 lists (5%)
★Better than 91%
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Ranked #31 of 777 models in Smartwatches (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Suunto Vertical 2

Technical score
Technical score
8.5/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

24%

8.5

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

8.7

Battery

14%

7.1

Smart features

12%

8.2

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

7.3

Hardware

8.5
Reviews score
8.3
List score
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
9.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

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Price

9.0
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
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a 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
20 days
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch lasts 20 days on a charge, which is longer than 90.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.4% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
65 h
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 65 h on a charge, which is longer than 96.7% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
65 h
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 65 h with GPS on, which is longer than 98.2% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.5% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
620 mAh
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a 620 mAh battery, which is larger than 96.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 90 min, which is quicker than 64.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 9.9% 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
?
Dual-frequency GPS
yes
Suunto Vertical 2 supports dual-frequency GPS. 85% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.5 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.5 inch screen, which is larger than 66.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.1% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
466x 466
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466 which is higher than that of 84.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
?
Display brightness
2000 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 2000 nits, which is higher than 84.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 6.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Apollo510
This smartwatch uses the Apollo510 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 32 GB of internal storage, which is more than 81.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 15% of Smartwatches.
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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Suunto Vertical 2 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 13 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (20 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    20 days vs 7 days
  • 44 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (65 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    65 h vs 21 h
  • 45 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (65 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    65 h vs 20 h
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 19.8% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • 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
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 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
    ▲ Better than 76% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (31)
    7 reviews + 24 videos, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • 32.0% higher sentiment score
    9.9 vs 7.5
  • 15.6% better value for money
    Suunto Vertical 2 has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.98 vs 7.8).
    8.98 vs 7.76
  • 5.1% higher list score
    List score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    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 (6)
    List score: in 6 of 120 lists (5%)
    8.3 vs 7.9
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 19.8% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 4 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    2,025 vs 2,021
  • 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
  • 13 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (20 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    20 days vs 7 days
  • 44 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (65 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    65 h vs 21 h
  • 45 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (65 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    65 h vs 20 h
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • 315 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (620 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    620 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Maps support
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 34.4% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports dual-frequency GPS
    Suunto Vertical 2 supports dual-frequency GPS, while the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of Smartwatches support dual-frequency GPS.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 1,250 nits brighter screen
    This smartwatch has a brighter screen than the average smartwatch (2000 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 750 nits
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 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
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    466x466 vs 360x360
  • 0.1 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • 8x more internal storage
    This smartwatch has more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 29 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (74 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    74 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.3 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    14 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 6.5 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (49 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    49 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 4 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (49 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45.0 mm tall.
    49 mm vs 45.0 mm
  • 29 g heavier
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (74 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    74 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.3 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    14 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 6.5 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (49 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    49 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 4 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (49 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45.0 mm tall.
    49 mm vs 45.0 mm
  • 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

9.0
Strength Sweat Succeed
≈ estimated
13/09/2026
Long-term test · 6 weeks of daily use
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 is a strong outdoor watch with excellent battery life, but the anniversary extras only pay off if you use the compass.
8.0
fear no machine
≈ estimated
08/05/2026
Hands-on review · GPS, heart rate and sleep tracking
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 is a solid, good-looking watch with excellent GPS, but its always-on display and sleep tracking are weak.
9.0
TechMagnet
≈ estimated
05/02/2026
Hands-on review · mountain and trail use
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 is a strong outdoor companion for mountains, with a bright display, long battery life and reliable navigation.
8.0
Chad Lubinski
≈ estimated
12/12/2025
Hands-on review · outdoor use and feature overview
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 suits new Suunto buyers and adventurers, though not being able to pause activities is a real drawback.
7.0
Clint Gibbs
≈ estimated
26/11/2025
Hands-on review · battery life and cycling use
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2's battery life is its strongest point, though it lacks a speaker and contactless payment.
8.0
Matt LeGrand
≈ estimated
25/11/2025
Hands-on review · battery, routing and app tests
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 has strong battery life and build quality, but software quirks, heart rate issues and missing music keep it from being perfect.
8.0
German Accent Reviews
≈ estimated
09/11/2025
Long-term test · several weeks of training and navigation
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 is a solid classic sports watch for AMOLED fans, but Vertical One owners have no need to upgrade.
9.0
The Run Testers
≈ estimated
06/11/2025
Hands-on review · running test and Garmin comparison
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 is a strong Garmin alternative at a good price, with battery life and design as its main strengths.
7.0
Dave Crooks
≈ estimated
31/10/2025
Long-term test · 10 days of real-world battery use
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 lasts around 10 days on the AMOLED screen, and turning off always-on display and 24/7 heart rate tracking adds battery life.
8.0
Chase the Summit
≈ estimated
09/10/2025
Initial thoughts · a few days of use, GPS and flashlight
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 does a lot well, but the titanium version is hard to justify against competitors at its price.
8.0
Active Ideas
≈ estimated
01/10/2025
Hands-on review · 130 km ultra and early testing
Verdict
The Suunto Vertical 2 is a great watch for serious adventurers, with comfort and weight that impress, though battery life is still unproven.
8.0
The Quantified Scientist
≈ estimated
30/09/2025
Scientific review · GPS, heart rate and sleep tests
Verdict
Suunto Vertical 2 is an outdoorsy watch with great GPS, though its sports heart rate and sleep tracking are mixed.
More graded video reviews (6)
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 7 · 12

Reviewers like the long battery, sharp display and handy flashlight, but smart features are thin and heart rate and comfort divide opinion.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
05/03/2026
Hands-on review · AMOLED adventure watch
Verdict
The Suunto Vertical 2 suits Suunto fans who want a bright AMOLED screen and strong offline maps, but training insights and heart rate readings fall short.
9.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
12/03/2026
Field test · Adventure AMOLED watch
Verdict
The Suunto Vertical 2 is a bright AMOLED adventure watch with long battery life and an LED flashlight, but its training software still trails Garmin's.
7.9
ich-liebe-berge.ch
✓ explicit
08/04/2026
Field test · Outdoor watch
Verdict
The Suunto Vertical 2 is a rugged outdoor watch whose long battery life and easy-to-read screen suit mountain hikers, though it offers few smart features.
9.8
harlerunner.de
✓ explicit
24/05/2026
Long-term test · Outdoor watch
Verdict
The Suunto Vertical 2 is a strong outdoor watch for trail and long-distance users, with excellent battery life, but it lacks an app store and contactless payment.
9.0
runmorph.com
✓ explicit
04/06/2026
Field test · Ultra trail watch
Verdict
The Suunto Vertical 2 suits ultra-distance runners who need long GPS battery life and a readable AMOLED screen, though it lacks built-in music and contactless payment.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Suunto Vertical 2

  • 20 days of battery life covers a long trip with room to spare.
  • 65 h of GPS tracking at top accuracy covers a long multi-day route.
  • The AMOLED screen at 2000 nits stays easy to read outdoors.
  • Dual-frequency GPS holds position near tall buildings and in dense woods.
  • The readiness score shows how ready you are for a hard session.
  • Free offline maps work on the watch without a signal.

What we don't like about Suunto Vertical 2

  • At 74 g and 14 mm thick, it is heavy for an all-day watch on a slim wrist.
  • Heart rate accuracy falls off at very high intensity.
  • Maps must be downloaded over Wi-Fi, since none come preloaded.
  • Offline, the watch cannot reroute, so you follow the preset track back.
  • The flashlight sits several menu levels deep during an activity.

Verdict

An AMOLED screen at 2000 nits is the main change in the Suunto Vertical 2. It suits trail runners and hikers who want a bright, long-lasting watch on steep ground. Up to 65 h at the highest GPS accuracy covers many long weekends. The battery lasts about 20 days in daily use, and a full charge takes only 90 min. Dual-frequency GPS holds its position near tall buildings and in dense woods. The catch is weight: at 74 g with a 14 mm case, it is noticeable on the wrist. Its heart rate sensor is reliable with a fabric strap, though it reads less accurately at very high effort. It is a sound choice for long days on rough ground, where battery life matters most on a multi-day trip.

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