Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Suunto Core. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Activity/Sport | Running, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 45 mm | 49.1 mm |
Height | 45 mm | 49.1 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 14.5 mm |
Weight | 42 g | 64 g |
Body Material | - | Composite |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Colours | Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue | Black |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, optical heart sensor | Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate | Time, speed, altitude, temperature |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions | Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
Feedback Type | - | Visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS receiver | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Monochrome |
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Resolution | 215 x 180 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.23" | - |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Type | - | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Crystal Type | - | Mineral glass |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | - | Aluminium |
Case Details | - | Black |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Band Type | Strap | Strap |
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Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Elastomer |
Band Colour | Grey | Black |
BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Form Factor | - | CR2032 |
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Battery Life | - | 12 month(s) |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days |
Regular usage - up to 12 months |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 235 | Suunto Core |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | - |
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Preloaded Software | Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 30 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |