Garmin Instinct 2 Solar vs. Suunto Core

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Instinct 2 Solar 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 Instinct 2 Solar vs. Suunto Core Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android -
Activity/Sport Multisport -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 45 mm 49.1 mm
Height 45 mm 49.1 mm
Depth 14.5 mm 14.5 mm
Weight 53 g 64 g
Body Material Fibre-reinforced polymer Composite
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours - Black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Sensors Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level Time, speed, altitude, temperature
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, solar charging, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver -
Payment Technology Garmin Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ -
DISPLAY Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective Monochrome
Resolution 176 x 176 pixels -
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Screen Protection Power Glass -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Type Push buttons Touch buttons
CASE Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Case Size 45 mm -
Crystal Type - Mineral glass
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Aluminium
Case Details Mist grey | Graphite Black
BAND Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Band Type Band Strap
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 135-230 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Elastomer
Band Colour - Black
STORAGE Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Storage Capacity 32 MB -
BATTERY Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Technology Lithium Ion -
Form Factor - CR2032
Battery Life - 12 month(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 65 days
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 70 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 370 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 48 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 32 days
Regular usage - up to 12 months
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Suunto Core
Included Accessories Charging/data cable -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m 30 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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