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.
GENERAL | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Suunto Core |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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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 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature |
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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 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | - |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Suunto Core |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Monochrome |
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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 |
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Type | - | Touch buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Suunto Core |
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Crystal Type | - | Mineral glass |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | - | Aluminium |
Case Details | Black | Black |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Suunto Core |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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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 |
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Form Factor | - | CR2032 |
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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 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | - |
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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 |