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Suunto Vertical 2 vs Garmin running test for GPS & heart rate
· By Endurance Wire
Image source: Gadgets & Wearables device matchup garmin News smartwatch suunto Wearables October 27, 2025 Marko Maslakovic 6 min read Suunto Vertical 2 goes up against the Garmin Forerunner 955 in this running test, with GPS and heart rate accuracy in focus. I’ve tested both over several runs, including one 10.7K route through central London. At first glance these two watches might seem similar. The Vertical 2 keeps the tough, high-end feel of the original but swaps in an AMOLED screen that really stands out. It’s heavier than the Garmin due to the extra metal in the build, and it uses three buttons instead of five.
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