Garmin Forerunner 45S vs. Suunto Core

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 45S 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 45S vs. Suunto Core Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 39.5 mm 49.1 mm
Height 39.5 mm 49.1 mm
Depth 11.4 mm 14.5 mm
Weight 32 g 64 g
Body Material - Composite
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours - Black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, stress level Time, speed, altitude, temperature
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm
Notifications Calendar, Email, social apps -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Visual interface
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ -
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Monochrome
Resolution 208 x 208 pixels -
Screen Size 1.04" -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Type - Touch buttons
CASE Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Crystal Type - Mineral glass
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Aluminium
Case Details White | Iris | Black Black
BAND Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Band Type Band Strap
Band Size S -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 124-185 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Elastomer
Band Colour White | Iris | Black Black
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Form Factor - CR2032
Battery Life - 12 month(s)
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 13 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
Regular usage - up to 12 months
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 45S Suunto Core
Included Accessories Charging/data cable -
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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