Garmin Enduro 3 vs Suunto Vertical

Both have (4)

• built-in GPS
• blood-oxygen (SpO₂)
• offline maps
• swim tracking

Only Garmin Enduro 3 (1)

• on-device music

Only Suunto Vertical (1)

• AMOLED display

Pick the Garmin Enduro 3 if…

• You want fewer charges: about 36 days per charge vs 30 days.
• You want a lighter watch: 63 g vs 74 g.
• You need on-device music, which the Suunto Vertical does not list.
• You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Suunto Vertical only works with Android.
• You want the newer model (2024 vs 2023).

Skip it if…

• • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 51 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
• • You want a bright, vivid AMOLED screen — this one uses a lower-power display.
• • You are watching your budget — the list price is $899.

Pick the Suunto Vertical if…

• You want to spend less: it lists for $270 less.
• You need AMOLED display, which the Garmin Enduro 3 does not list.
• You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Garmin Enduro 3 only works with Android.
• You want a bright AMOLED screen.

Skip it if…

• • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 49 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
• • You want something light enough to sleep in — it weighs 74 g.
• • You are watching your budget — the list price is $629.