Suunto · Trail & ultra watch
Suunto Vertical 2
Suunto’s long-haul specialist—excellent when charging is scarce.
Our scores
| Overall | 8.6 / 10 |
|---|---|
| GPS accuracy | 8.4 |
| Battery | 9.6 |
| Training features | 8.2 |
| Build | 8.8 |
| Value | 7.8 |
Ultra-oriented Suunto with very high dual-band GPS battery claims and free maps. Built for long days more than smartwatch use.
Meta-review
Consensus strengths
- Class-competitive ultra GPS battery claims
- Free offline maps
- Adventure-first design
Consensus weaknesses
- Smart features limited
- Heavier specialist tool
- Fewer mainstream retail deals than Garmin
Who it's for
Ultra and mountain athletes prioritizing battery and maps.
Verdict
Suunto’s long-haul specialist—excellent when charging is scarce.
Key specs
| Display | MIP/AMOLED options vary by SKU |
|---|---|
| GPS | dual-band |
| GPS battery (claimed) | 65 hours |
| Smartwatch battery (claimed) | — |
| Weight | — |
| Water rating | 100 m |
| Maps | Yes |
| Music | No |
| MSRP | From $599 |
What outside reviewers say: AMOLED battery champion with a flashlight; heavy-ish and map workflow is clunky.
Outside reviews we verified
- DC Rainmaker — Suunto Vertical 2 In-Depth Review: Its Got a Flashlight!
- Wareable — Suunto Vertical 2 review: The outdoor battery champion
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Frequently asked
What is our Suunto Vertical 2 score?
Suunto Vertical 2 scores 8.6/10 overall on our watch scale (gps accuracy 8.4, battery 9.6, training features 8.2, build 8.8, value 7.8). Ultra-oriented Suunto with very high dual-band GPS battery claims and free maps. Built for long days more than smartwatch use.
How much does Suunto Vertical 2 cost?
List price starts around $599 USD. Confirm on the maker or retailer page.
Who is Suunto Vertical 2 for?
Ultra and mountain athletes prioritizing battery and maps.
What are alternatives to Suunto Vertical 2?
Close alternatives on this site include Suunto 9 Peak Pro, COROS Vertix 2S, Suunto Race 2, COROS Nomad, Garmin Enduro 3.