Garmin Forerunner 245 vs. Suunto Core

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 and Suunto Core. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Forerunner 245 vs. Suunto Core Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, ski, cycling -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 42.3 mm 49.1 mm
Height 42.3 mm 49.1 mm
Depth 12.2 mm 14.5 mm
Weight 38.5 g 64 g
Body Material Fibre-reinforced polymer Composite
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours Black Black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Sensors Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level Time, speed, altitude, temperature
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm
Notifications SMS, social apps, incoming calls -
Feedback Type - Visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ -
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Monochrome
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels -
Screen Size 1.2" -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Type - Touch buttons
CASE Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Crystal Type - Mineral glass
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Aluminium
Case Details Black Black
BAND Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Band Type Band Strap
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 127-204 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Elastomer
Band Colour Grey | Merlot Black
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Form Factor - CR2032
Battery Life - 12 month(s)
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
Regular usage - up to 12 months
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 245 Suunto Core
Included Accessories Charging/data cable -
Preloaded Software Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 30 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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