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Series

Forerunner6Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/garmin-unveils-the-forerunner-570-and-forerunner-970-its-newest-gps-running-and-triathlon-smartwatches-for-performance-driven-athletesRead 30 September 2026

Run1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Maker names the Suunto Run line. The page is Suunto Run 2.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

010-02969-00, 010-02969-01, 010-02969-02, 010-02969-10, 010-02969-11, 010-02969-121Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026US part numbers 010-02969-00, -01, -022Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-GB/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

SS051723000, SS051724000, SS051725000, SS051639000, SS051640000, SS051641000, OW2612Maker product pageus.suunto.com/products/suunto-run-2-all-black.jsRead 14 October 2026Suunto US store product data lists SS051639000 (All Black, 64 GB), SS051640000 (Feather Gold, 64 GB), SS051641000 (Aloe Green, 64 GB), SS051723000 (All Black, 4 GB), SS051724000 (Feather Gold, 4 GB) and SS051725000 (Aloe Green, 4 GB). OW261 is the hardware type in the safety guide.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026English section, printed pages 4 to 8: radio equipment type and model no. OW261. The online guide and the PDF guide print OW234 in their CE section, which looks copied from the original Suunto Run, so OW261 from the Run 2 safety guide is used.

GTIN / EAN

753759349899, 753759349905, 075375934991210Retailer pageabt.com/Garmin-Forerunner-970-Smartwatch-47mm-Carbon-Gray-DLC-Titanium-Case-with-Black-Translucent-Whitestone-Band-0100296900/p/224204.htmlRead 30 September 2026Visible UPC 753759349899 for 00, 753759349905 for 01, and related Product JSON-LD gtin13 0753759349912 for 02.11Retailer pageabt.com/Garmin-Forerunner-970-Smartwatch-47mm-Whitestone-Titanium-Case-with-Whitestone-Translucent-Amp-Yellow-Band-0100296901/p/224205.htmlRead 30 September 2026Visible UPC 753759349905 for exact 010-02969-01.

6417084219831, 6417084219848, 6417084219855, 6417084218834, 6417084218841, 641708421885811Retailer pagewatchnation.com/products/suunto-run-2-46-5mm-4gb-amoled-digital-all-black-silicone-smart-fitness-watch-ss051723000Read 14 October 2026Watchnation product page for SS051723000 (All Black, 4 GB) lists GTIN 6417084219831. The EAN-13 check digit is valid. Maker pages do not publish GTINs.12Retailer pagewatchnation.com/products/suunto-run-2-46-5mm-4gb-amoled-digital-feather-gold-silicone-smart-fitness-watch-ss051724000Read 14 October 2026Watchnation product page for SS051724000 (Feather Gold, 4 GB) lists GTIN 6417084219848. The EAN-13 check digit is valid. Maker pages do not publish GTINs.13Retailer pagewatchnation.com/products/suunto-run-2-46-5mm-4gb-amoled-digital-aloe-green-silicone-smart-fitness-watch-ss051725000Read 14 October 2026Watchnation product page for SS051725000 (Aloe Green, 4 GB) lists GTIN 6417084219855. The EAN-13 check digit is valid. Maker pages do not publish GTINs.14Retailer pagewatchnation.com/products/suunto-run-2-46-5mm-64gb-amoled-digital-all-black-silicone-smart-fitness-watch-ss051639000Read 14 October 2026Watchnation product page for SS051639000 (All Black, 64 GB) lists GTIN 6417084218834. The EAN-13 check digit is valid. Maker pages do not publish GTINs.15Retailer pagewatchnation.com/products/suunto-run-2-46-5mm-64gb-amoled-digital-feather-gold-silicone-smart-fitness-watch-ss051640000Read 14 October 2026Watchnation product page for SS051640000 (Feather Gold, 64 GB) lists GTIN 6417084218841. The EAN-13 check digit is valid. Maker pages do not publish GTINs.16Retailer pagewatchnation.com/products/suunto-run-2-46-5mm-64gb-amoled-digital-aloe-green-silicone-smart-fitness-watch-ss051641000Read 14 October 2026Watchnation product page for SS051641000 (Aloe Green, 64 GB) lists GTIN 6417084218858. The EAN-13 check digit is valid. Maker pages do not publish GTINs.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

15 May 20256Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/garmin-unveils-the-forerunner-570-and-forerunner-970-its-newest-gps-running-and-triathlon-smartwatches-for-performance-driven-athletesRead 30 September 2026

8 September 20265Reviewtomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/i-tested-the-suunto-run-2-for-two-weeks-and-its-an-accurate-and-attractive-sports-watch-with-mapsRead 14 October 2026Tom's Guide: the Suunto Run 2 launched on 8 September 2026.6Press articleactive.com/running/articles/suunto-run-2-launchRead 14 October 2026Launch report: pre-orders open September 8, 2026 at $349 for 4 GB and $399 for 64 GB.

Status

Available1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026On sale at 749.99 USD on the date accessed

Available2Maker product pageus.suunto.com/products/suunto-run-2-all-black.jsRead 14 October 2026All six variants show as available on the US store. The products were published on 2026-09-08.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Garmin Forerunner 96517Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Forerunner-970-Garmin-replaces-Forerunner-965-with-new-smartwatch-that-arrives-for-749.1017596.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck's headline says Garmin replaces the Forerunner 965 with the Forerunner 970 and the text says the 970 effectively succeeds the 965.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$749.996Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/garmin-unveils-the-forerunner-570-and-forerunner-970-its-newest-gps-running-and-triathlon-smartwatches-for-performance-driven-athletesRead 30 September 2026Suggested retail price $749.99

$3492Maker product pageus.suunto.com/products/suunto-run-2-all-black.jsRead 14 October 2026US store list price 349.00 USD for the 4 GB editions and 399.00 USD for the 64 GB editions. US sales tax is not included. The base value is the 4 GB edition.5Reviewtomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/i-tested-the-suunto-run-2-for-two-weeks-and-its-an-accurate-and-attractive-sports-watch-with-mapsRead 14 October 2026Launch prices $349 (4 GB) and $399 (64 GB), as on the Suunto US store.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€749.9912Press releasegarmin.com/fr-FR/newsroom/garmin-devoile-les-forerunner-570-et-forerunner-970-les-nouvelles-montres-gps-connectees-de-course-destinees-aux-runners-experts-et-aux-triathletesRead 30 September 2026Prix et disponibilite: May 21 availability, EUR 749.99 recommended retail price.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, DE, EU1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 20262Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-GB/p/1462801Read 30 September 20263Maker product pagegarmin.com/de-DE/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Same part numbers 010-02969-10, -11, -12

US2Maker product pageus.suunto.com/products/suunto-run-2-all-black.jsRead 14 October 2026US store. Regional stores show other currencies.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Carbon Gray DLC Titanium with Black Case, Titanium with Whitestone Case, Soft Gold Titanium with French Gray Case1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

All Black, Feather Gold, Aloe Green1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Three colours: All Black, Feather Gold and Aloe Green. Each comes in a 4 GB and a 64 GB edition.

Segment

Sport1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Listed under Sports & Fitness > Running

Sport1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Suunto calls it a lightweight running watch for marathon training and road running.

OS updates promisediYears of explicitly promised OS updates. A security-only support period does not establish an OS-upgrade promise.

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Security updates untiliExact end date published for security-update support of this model. Do not calculate it from a stated number of years. A security-only period does not promise OS upgrades.

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Case

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Case sizeiMarketed case-size options. The marketed size can differ from physical case height, such as ceramic editions. Base dimensions describe the smallest base-material case.

47mm1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

46.5mm1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Suunto publishes no marketed case size. 46.5 mm is the stated width and height. The Watch diameter label and the product images show a round case.

Case shape

Round1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Round body outline observed in the exact base-SKU manufacturer figure (010-02903-00 or 010-02969-00), whose image and model caption are in the public GarminAppBootstrap.

Round1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026The size is labelled Watch diameter and the maker images show a round case.

Case materialiMaterial of the housing body, not just the bezel. Use Mixed when the maker describes a mixture of housing/frame materials. Read the published-material field for the parts and proportions.

Fibre-reinforced polymer9Reviewirunfar.com/garmin-forerunner-970-reviewRead 30 September 2026Garmin uses a fiber-reinforced polymer case, with a titanium bezel

Fibre-reinforced polymer1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specification data: case material glass fibre reinforced polyamide, bezel material stainless steel, lens Gorilla glass, strap silicone. The housing is not classed as stainless steel.

Case material (as published)

Fiber-reinforced polymer case with titanium bezel9Reviewirunfar.com/garmin-forerunner-970-reviewRead 30 September 2026Design and Fit section explicitly distinguishes the polymer case and titanium bezel.

Glass fibre reinforced polyamide case with stainless steel bezel1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026

BackiMaterial of the back of the smallest base-material case. Other materials or regional editions can differ. See source notes.

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Case dimensionsiPhysical case height, width and thickness. The source note states exclusions such as the heart-rate sensor protrusion.

Height47Width47Thickness12.9mm(1.9 × 1.9 × 0.5 in)1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Height46.5Width46.5Thickness11.66mm(1.8 × 1.8 × 0.5 in)1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Measurement data: width 46.5, height 46.5 and depth 11.66 mm. The What's New table on the same page rounds this to 46 x 46 x 11.7 mm. The exact values are stored. Sensor protrusion exclusions are not stated.

Weight (case only)iWatch body without a strap. An unqualified published weight must not be assumed to exclude the strap.

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35g(1.2 oz)1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Page text: 35 g watch body.

Weight with strapiWatch with the stated strap attached. Strap material and case size belong in the source note. Reviewer measurements belong in measured fields.

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53g(1.9 oz)1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Page text: with the official Suunto silicone strap the total weight is 53 g. Reviews give about 53 to 54 g.

Durability

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Water resistanceiStatic water-pressure rating in atmospheres. It is not a safe swimming or diving depth. Diving limits are listed separately.

5ATM1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 20264Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/GUID-DEC2B782-96E8-4287-8C8A-5907CC9D3B35.htmlRead 30 September 2026Swim, 5 ATM (pressure equivalent to 50 m)

5ATM1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications > General: water resistance 50 m.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Operating conditions: water resistance 50 m / 164 ft / 5 bar.

Water resistance standard

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Dust and water rating

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IPX84Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Operating conditions: IP-class IPX8.

Dive rating

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Max dive depthiMaker-rated depth for the stated diving use, not a conversion from the water-resistance pressure rating.

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MIL-STD-810iMaker claim that the watch was tested against specified MIL-STD-810 methods. It is not a guarantee for every military-standard test.

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MIL-STD-810 tests

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Operating temperatureiPublished operating range. Source notes identify on-wrist limits and other operating conditions. Storage or charging limits are excluded.

Min-20Max60°C4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/GUID-DEC2B782-96E8-4287-8C8A-5907CC9D3B35.htmlRead 30 September 2026

Min-20Max55°C1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications > Physical specifications: operating temperature -20 to +55 C. Storage uses the same range. The recommended charging range is separate.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026The English temperature bullets are blank in the PDF text. The BG, CS and DA sections give operating and storage temperature -20 to +55 C, which matches the product page.

Display

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Display type

OLED1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Display type: AMOLED (optional always-on mode)

OLED1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026

Display type (as published)

AMOLED1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

LTPS AMOLED1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Page: LTPS AMOLED panel type. No LTPO or variable refresh rate is claimed.

Screen sizeiPublished active display diagonal for a rectangular display, or diameter for a round display. Do not calculate it from pixels or display area.

1.4in(3.6 cm)1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

1.32in(3.4 cm)1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications > General: display size 1.32 inch.

Resolution

454 × 454px1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

466 × 466px1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026

Pixel densityiPublished pixel density. A rectangular diagonal formula must not be applied to a round display.

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Display area

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Touchscreen

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026The product page and the guide describe a touch screen.

Max refresh rateiHighest published display refresh rate in active operation.

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Min refresh rateiLowest published display refresh rate, usually in always-on mode. It is not the active-use minimum unless stated.

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Peak brightnessiMaker peak-brightness claim. It may apply to a small area or bright ambient light. Full-screen limits and battery/temperature conditions belong in source notes.

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2,000nits1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Maker claim of a 2,000 nit display. Window size, ambient light and duration are not stated, so it is a claim and not a measurement.

Minimum brightness

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Always-on display

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Display settings: Always-on display can be toggled on or off. It reduces battery life by about 30%.

Display cover

Sapphire1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Gorilla Glass1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026

Display cover (as published)

Sapphire Crystal1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Lens material: Sapphire Crystal. Bezel material: titanium

Gorilla Glass1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Page: Gorilla Glass lens.

Platform

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Platform

Proprietary1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Proprietary8Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Operating system: Proprietary.

OS at launch

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Software

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Latest OS

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Works with

iOS, Android1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

iOS, Android3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026The guide shows the Suunto app for Android and for iOS.

Phone requirement

Current Garmin Connect app: iPhone with iOS 18.2 or later, or Android 9 or later with native Google Play Store support. Android Go is not supported.15Maker product pagesupport.garmin.com/en-SGRead 8 October 2026Current official FAQ read through the public search index: Android 9+, native Google Play Store required, Android Go unsupported. It gives general iOS 18+, while the current Garmin-published App Store listing more precisely requires iOS 18.2. The directly opened FAQ returned a script shell, so indexed access is qualified. Older indexed regional iOS 15/Android 7 text is not used as the current app-install requirement. Compatibility still depends on the phone, and Garmin lists some models that did not pass its tests.16Maker product pageapps.apple.com/us/app/garmin-connect/id583446403Read 8 October 2026Current Garmin International App Store listing explicitly requires iOS 18.2 or later and is for iPhone. This is the current companion-app installation minimum, not a claim that this was the watch's launch minimum or that standalone watch functions require an iPhone.

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App store

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Connect IQ with an on-device Connect IQ Store

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Voice assistants

Voice Commands, Phone Assistant5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Named manual sections Using Voice Commands and Using the Phone Assistant. Phone Assistant relies on the paired smartphone.

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Chipset

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Process

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CPU cores

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CPU configuration

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Max CPU clock

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GPU

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Low-power coprocessor

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Memory

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RAMiKeep published GB values as stated. Convert a source explicitly labelled MB using 1000 MB per GB and preserve its original figure and unit in the note. Do not assume MB means MiB. Convert explicit MiB or GiB to decimal GB through their byte definitions, recording the conversion in the note. This normalization does not establish an exact physical byte count.

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StorageiTotal built-in storage the maker states, in decimal GB. Space available to the user is lower and goes in the source note. A figure the maker gives only as available space is not stored.

32GB1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 20264Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/GUID-DEC2B782-96E8-4287-8C8A-5907CC9D3B35.htmlRead 30 September 2026Media storage: Up to 32 GB

4, 64GB1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications: offline map storage size 4GB (Standard, maps and music) or 64GB (Premium, maps and music). The 64 GB edition costs $50 more.

Health sensors

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Heart rate sensor

Garmin Elevate Gen 57Reviewdcrainmaker.com/2025/06/garmin-forerunner-970-in-depth-review-brillance.htmlRead 30 September 2026Added Garmin Elevate Gen5 optical HR sensor

12-channel optical wrist heart rate sensor1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026A 12-channel sensor behind 2.5D curved glass. 24/7 heart rate tracking is claimed.

ECG capabilityiElectrical heart sensing hardware with an ECG capability. The ECG app can require an eligible country, age and paired phone.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

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Blood oxygen sensingiBlood-oxygen sensing capability. App availability and medical status vary by market.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Blood oxygen widget measures on demand and during sleep. It is not a medical device.

Skin temperature sensingiA sensor or supported function that measures skin temperature. It is not a core-body thermometer.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

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Blood pressure featureiPublished blood-pressure feature category. Hypertension notifications are not numerical blood-pressure readings.

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Body composition sensor

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Skin conductance (EDA)

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Medical clearancesiNamed regulatory clearances and their jurisdiction. General water resistance or an ECG sensor does not establish medical clearance.

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Motion and environment sensors

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Accelerometer

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Sleep tracking uses accelerometer data.

Accelerometer range

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Gyroscope

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Compass: Suunto Run 2 has a gyro-assisted compass. Gadgets & Wearables lists no gyroscope, but the maker text is followed.

Barometric altimeter

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Alti & Baro: constant absolute air pressure measurement with the built-in pressure sensor.

Compass

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Compass widget: a tilt-compensated gyro-assisted compass.

Ambient light sensor

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes8Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Ambient light sensor: Yes. The maker lists automatic backlight brightness.

Depth gauge

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Depth gauge rangeiPublished measurement range of the depth gauge, distinct from maximum diving depth and water-pressure resistance.

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Water temperature sensor

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Health and fitness

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Health featuresiSupported health functions with country, phone and subscription restrictions in the source notes. Upcoming functions are not counted as available.

Continuous heart rate, Heart rate alerts, ECG app, Blood oxygen app, Heart rate variability, Sleep tracking, Stress tracking, Readiness score, Cycle tracking, Temperature-based ovulation1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Heart rate every second, abnormal heart rate alerts (high and low), Garmin ECG app, Pulse Ox, HRV status, advanced sleep, all-day stress, training readiness, women's health. Ovulation from the press release6Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/garmin-unveils-the-forerunner-570-and-forerunner-970-its-newest-gps-running-and-triathlon-smartwatches-for-performance-driven-athletesRead 30 September 2026Skin temperature helps provide improved period predictions and past ovulation estimates

Continuous heart rate, Heart rate alerts, Heart rate variability, Sleep tracking, Blood oxygen app1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 202624/7 heart rate tracking is claimed on the product page. The guide describes a high heart rate alert, HRV tracking during sleep, sleep tracking and a blood oxygen widget. Sleep tracking is based on movement only, so sleep stages are not stored. These are recreational features and not medical functions.3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Heart rate widget: high heart rate alert. Sleep: optional HRV and blood oxygen tracking during sleep. Sleep is movement-based.

Fitness featuresiSupported workout functions. A sport-profile name alone does not prove advanced metrics such as running power or running dynamics. Trackback follows the recorded route back to the start. A compass arrow that points straight to the start does not count.

VO2 max, Training load, Recovery advice, Running dynamics, Running power, Pool swim, Open water swim, Strength rep counting, Interval workouts, Route navigation, Turn-by-turn navigation, Trackback, Climb detection, Golf courses1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026VO2 max, training load, recovery time, running dynamics, running power, pool and open-water swim, automatic rep counting, interval training, course guidance, TracBack, ClimbPro, 43,000 preloaded golf courses. Turn-by-turn from the press release6Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/garmin-unveils-the-forerunner-570-and-forerunner-970-its-newest-gps-running-and-triathlon-smartwatches-for-performance-driven-athletesRead 30 September 2026get turn-by-turn directions

VO2 max, Training load, Recovery advice, Pool swim, Open water swim, Route navigation3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Progress widget: training load, VO2max fitness level estimate and fitness age. Recovery widget: a recovery percentage with rest advice. Swimming: pool and open-water modes. Routes: route navigation from the Suunto app. Find back is direct guidance to the start, not a retraced track, so trackback is not stored. No turn-by-turn directions are described. Power zones need a power source, so running power is not stored.

Sport profilesiPublished count of distinct sport/activity profiles. A claim such as 180+ is not an exact integer count.

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Dive modesiActual supported dive modes. Water resistance or a depth app alone does not establish decompression-capable scuba support.

Snorkel1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Snorkeling is an activity profile. No scuba or apnea profile

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External sensorsiTypes of external workout sensors the watch can pair with. GPS reception, phone data and built-in sensors do not qualify.

Heart rate strap, Power meter, Speed and cadence, Foot pod, Smart trainer1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026HRM, power meter, speed and cadence sensor, foot pod, smart trainer control

Heart rate strap, Foot pod1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications list Bluetooth heart rate belts and Suunto Foot POD support. The guide's pairing list names heart rate and foot sensors only.3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Pair devices: heart rate sensors and foot pods.

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Fall detectioniAutomatic fall detection. Incident detection restricted to recorded workouts is not counted as general fall detection.

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Car crash detection

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Emergency SOSiA manual emergency alert to emergency services or preset contacts. Source notes identify the recipient, paired-phone requirement and country limits. Satellite is listed separately.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Safety and Tracking > Assistance. Sends an alert to preset personal emergency contacts through a paired phone. It does not call emergency services.

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Emergency sireniPublished or measured siren sound level in decibels. Audible distance alone does not establish this value. Measurement distance belongs in source notes.

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Live location sharingiShares live location during supported use. A paired phone or data subscription may be required.

Yes7Reviewdcrainmaker.com/2025/06/garmin-forerunner-970-in-depth-review-brillance.htmlRead 30 September 2026Ride test with LiveTrack enabled

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Dedicated LED flashlightiA dedicated hardware LED flashlight. Lighting the display white is not counted.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

No3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026The Flashlight app lights the display (white, flicker or red). It is not a dedicated hardware LED.

Positioning

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PositioningiPublished satellite systems and signal bands. Do not infer bands from dual-frequency support alone.

GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, L1 + L5 GNSS1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications list GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou. The page says dual-band L1 + L5 positioning across all five systems.

Dual-band GNSSiMaker-stated dual-frequency satellite reception. Supported constellations and signal bands are listed separately.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications: GNSS frequency support Dual band (L1+L5).

Offline mapsiMap data stored on the watch and usable without live phone data. GPX routes or breadcrumb tracks alone are not offline maps.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Offline maps on watch with free worldwide maps and no subscription.

Connectivity

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BluetoothiPublished Bluetooth support for this model. The version is recorded separately. Unknown version does not mean the radio is absent.

Yes5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Forerunner 970 manual: Bluetooth phone pairing, sensor pairing and Garmin Share chapters explicitly establish radio support. A Bluetooth version is not published here and is not guessed.

Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Radio list: Bluetooth LE at 2400-2483.5 MHz. No Bluetooth version is published.

Bluetooth version

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Wi-FiiPublished Wi-Fi support for this model. The standard and bands are recorded separately. Unknown standard does not mean Wi-Fi is absent.

Yes5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Forerunner 970 manual printed page 84 documents Wi-Fi network setup, activity uploads, music/map downloads and updates. Initial setup needs Garmin Connect or Garmin Express. The Wi-Fi standard is not inferred from compatible router protocols.

Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Radio list: 2.4G Wi-Fi and 5G Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi standard

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Wi-Fi 64Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Radio list names 802.11b/g/n/ax for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi. 802.11ax maps to Wi-Fi 6.

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz14Maker product pagesupport.garmin.com/en-USRead 8 October 2026Generic Garmin Wi-Fi-capable watch/Edge network-requirements FAQ states 2.4 GHz only, with 5 GHz unsupported. The exact 970 manual independently proves Wi-Fi support and its EU radio table gives 2.4 GHz. This generic network guidance is used for the band only, not a device Wi-Fi standard. The FAQ lists compatible router protocols, which do not prove the watch's maximum protocol.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Radio list: 2400-2483.5 MHz, 5150-5250 MHz and 5725-5850 MHz.

CellulariTrue when a cellular edition is sold. A variant row states whether that individual model has cellular hardware.

No7Reviewdcrainmaker.com/2025/06/garmin-forerunner-970-in-depth-review-brillance.htmlRead 30 September 2026Reviewer explicitly states missing LTE/cellular built-in. Not inferred solely from the maker connectivity list.

No4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026The complete radio list has no cellular radio.

Network

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4G bandsiPublished LTE bands for the stated regional cellular model. Do not transfer bands to another region or Wi-Fi-only model.

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5G bandsiPublished 5G NR bands for the stated regional cellular model. RedCap support does not establish conventional full-bandwidth phone 5G.

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NFCiSome regions sell an NFC edition, so it is per variant.

Yes4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/GUID-DEC2B782-96E8-4287-8C8A-5907CC9D3B35.htmlRead 30 September 2026EU wireless frequencies list 13.56 MHz, used by Garmin Pay

No4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026The complete radio list has Bluetooth LE, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, 5 GHz Wi-Fi and a GNSS receiver only, with no 13.56 MHz NFC radio. Reviews also say there are no NFC payments.

Contactless payments

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

No5Reviewtomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/i-tested-the-suunto-run-2-for-two-weeks-and-its-an-accurate-and-attractive-sports-watch-with-mapsRead 14 October 2026There are no NFC payments on the watch.

Payment services

Garmin Pay1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

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Ultra-wideband

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No4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026The complete radio list has no ultra-wideband radio. Gadgets & Wearables also lists no UWB.

Satellite

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ANT+

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

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Audio

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Speaker

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

No8Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Speakers: No. The watch plays tones and alarms through a beeper. This is a single secondary source.

Microphones

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08Spec databasegadgetsandwearables.com/technical-specs/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Microphone: No. The maker describes no voice or calling features. This is a single secondary source.

Calls on the watchiVoice-call capability of the marketed model, including sold cellular editions. Variant radio capability and paired-phone requirements still apply.

Phone only1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Make calls and send texts via voice: yes (with paired compatible smartphone)

None3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Notifications show incoming calls and texts from the paired phone. No calling features are described.5Reviewtomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/i-tested-the-suunto-run-2-for-two-weeks-and-its-an-accurate-and-attractive-sports-watch-with-mapsRead 14 October 2026Smart features mention phone music control, weather and offline music, with no calling.

Music on the watchiPlays audio stored on the watch. Remote control of phone playback or streaming alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Load music onto the watch and play it from the watch.3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Media player offline mode plays MP3, FLAC, WAV and AAC files stored on the watch through paired Bluetooth headphones.

Controls

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ButtonsiPhysical controls used to operate the watch, excluding the rotating crown and strap-release buttons. A clickable rotating crown is counted only in Crown.

55Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Button Functions lists five buttons6Press releasegarmin.com/en-US/newsroom/press-release/sports-fitness/garmin-unveils-the-forerunner-570-and-forerunner-970-its-newest-gps-running-and-triathlon-smartwatches-for-performance-driven-athletesRead 30 September 2026purpose-built 5-button design

23Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Touch screen and buttons: a touch screen, a crown (the middle button) and two additional buttons. The crown is excluded from the button count.

Named operating buttonsiNames of operating buttons, excluding the crown and strap-release controls.

Upper-left button, Middle-left button, Lower-left button, Upper-right button, Lower-right button5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Introduction > Button Functions, printed pages 6-7. These are the manual-published control names, not invented LIGHT/UP/BACK-LAP labels.

Upper button, Lower button3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Upper button and Lower button. Tom's Guide calls the crown a digital dial.

CrowniA crown that rotates to control the interface. A round push button that does not rotate is not a crown.

None5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Device overview shows five control buttons with no rotating crown.

Rotating3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Crown/middle button: turn to move in displays and menus, press to select.

Rotating bezeliPhysical rotation or touch gestures around the display edge. A fixed decorative bezel is None.

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Gestures

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Raise to wake display3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Display settings include Raise to wake.

Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiPublished battery capacity for the stated case size. Rated and typical capacity are distinguished in source notes.

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380mAh1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026The What's New table lists 380 mAh against 295 mAh for Suunto Run, and the page says 29% more battery capacity. The safety guide gives a 3.87 V battery, so 380 mAh is about 1.47 Wh.

Claimed battery lifeiMaker endurance claims with distinct operating modes and case sizes. With solar describes augmentation of that estimate, not hardware capability. Use false for ordinary claims without solar augmentation, true for explicitly solar-aided claims, and omit it when solar qualification is unclear. Source notes state AOD, GNSS, music and solar conditions. Do not create a normal-use row from an AOD-only claim. Low power denotes the maker battery-saver mode. Keep its typical, light-use and always-on claims separate from standard-mode claims. GPS power saving identifies an intermediate reduced-accuracy GNSS saving preset. Source notes retain the maker's preset name and published conditions. Max battery GPS is the distinct maximum-saving claim. When the maker has only one GPS saving preset, it is GPS power saving.

AGarmin Forerunner 970

Mode	With solar	Hours (h)
Smartwatch	No	360
GPS	No	26
GPS, automatic system selection	No	23
GPS, dual-band	No	21
GPS with music	No	14
GPS, automatic system selection with music	No	13
GPS, dual-band with music	No	12

Source5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications > Battery Life Information, printed page 122: GPS-only, Auto Select, All + Multi-Band and their music-playback modes. Smartwatch mode includes activity tracking, phone notifications and HR.

BSuunto Run 2

Mode	With solar	Hours (h)
Smartwatch	No	312
Time only	No	360
GPS, dual-band	No	24
GPS, dual-band, always-on display	No	18
GPS, all systems	No	30
GPS, power saving	No	40

Source1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications > Battery life: all-systems GNSS with multi-band up to 24 h (18 h with always-on display), all-systems single-band up to 30 h, power saving GNSS modes up to 40 h, smartwatch mode up to 13 days, standby time mode only up to 15 days. Days are converted to hours exactly. The headline says 10 days of daily training use, a separate claim whose conditions are not stated, so it is not stored. Tom's Guide lists 24 h as multi-band always-on, which conflicts with the maker's 18 h always-on figure, so the maker table is followed. The three battery modes are Performance (default), Endurance and Power saving. They map to the 24 h, 30 h and 40 h rows as in the maker's all-modes line.

Smartwatch mode (claimed)iMaker normal-use smartwatch claim without solar. A watch with only an explicit AOD-mode claim has no value here. Workloads differ and source notes must be read.

360h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

312h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

AOD battery life (up to)iMaker claimed smartwatch endurance with the always-on display enabled and without solar, for the base case. Source notes preserve workload and case conditions. This is a claim, not a measured test or an AOD-off estimate.

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GPS mode (claimed)iMaker regular GPS/GNSS activity claim without solar, for the base case. AOD, multi-band, music and power-saving conditions have separate rows when published.

26h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Solar chargingiPublished solar charging hardware capability. An ordinary battery estimate without solar augmentation does not prove that the watch lacks solar charging hardware.

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Charging methodiThe connection at the watch, not the cable end at the USB adapter. A proprietary inductive puck is not Qi unless interoperability is explicitly established.

Proprietary plug1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026General > Charging method: Garmin proprietary plug charger. Neither magnetic pins nor USB-C at the watch.

Magnetic puck3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Safety: the USB cable device connector includes a strong magnet. Alastair Running and Watchnation call it a magnetic puck. The pin layout is not described.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging requirements, nominal estimates and compatibility guidance. Keep adapter ratings separate from power accepted by the watch.

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USB-C cable with a magnetic device connector. The safety guide lists charging at USB 5 Vdc, 0.5 A and says to use only the supplied cable. The product page recommends charging at 0 to 35 C, while the non-English sections of the safety guide say 0 to 45 C.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026Battery section: rechargeable lithium-ion, 3.87 Vdc, charging USB 5 Vdc, 0.5 A.

Max charging power (watch)iPublished maximum charging power at the watch. Adapter rating or charger input power does not prove the power accepted by the watch.

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Fast chargingiAn explicit fast-charging capability claim. A short charging time or high adapter wattage alone does not qualify.

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Quick charge claimiMaker claim for usage from a short charge. Source notes identify the usage workload, such as normal use or sleep tracking.

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Charge 0 to 80% (claimed)iMaker claim for charging an empty battery to 80%. Charger and approximate qualifiers belong in source notes.

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Full charge time (claimed)iMaker advertised nominal full-charge duration. Approximate or theoretical maker estimates are allowed, with their conditions in source notes. Partial-charge intervals do not qualify. Measured 0 to 100% tests have a separate field.

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Measured

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Peak brightness (measured)iReviewer measurement. Source notes state screen area, mode and ambient light. A small-area peak claim cannot be replaced with a full-screen measurement.

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-observed mixed-use endurance. Source notes state case size, AOD, workout use and whether it was a complete discharge. Extrapolation from partial discharge is excluded.

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Battery tests (measured)iReviewer-observed endurance, with case size and test settings in source notes. Partial-discharge projections are not stored as measured endurance.

AGarmin Forerunner 970

Test	Hours (h)
GPS activity	25
Mixed use, always-on	60

Source7Reviewdcrainmaker.com/2025/06/garmin-forerunner-970-in-depth-review-brillance.htmlRead 30 September 2026Basics > battery: observational 2.5 days with AOD and high default brightness, plus GPS workouts. 60 h is an exact conversion of the stated 2.5 days, but not a standardized lab benchmark.8Measurementoutdoorgearlab.com/reviews/camping-and-hiking/gps-watch/garmin-forerunner-970Read 30 September 2026Battery Life section: 25 hours continuously recorded in normal GPS mode. A separate 60 h mixed-use AOD observation from DC Rainmaker uses default high brightness and 1-3 h GPS workouts per day.

BSuunto Run 2

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer measurement from empty to full, not 0-80% or a charge from 5%. Source notes name the charger and case size.

95min8Measurementoutdoorgearlab.com/reviews/camping-and-hiking/gps-watch/garmin-forerunner-970Read 30 September 2026Measured Charging Time table: 95 min. Watch case 47 mm. Charger/adapter and precise endpoints are not specified on the product review page.13Reviewoutdoorgearlab.com/topics/camping-and-hiking/best-gps-watchRead 30 September 2026Forerunner 970 table: measured charging time 95 min. Battery Life methodology describes empty-to-full charging and default settings. Charger/adapter not specified.

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Strap

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Lug widthiDistance between standard strap attachment lugs, not the decorative width of a proprietary strap. Unknown for custom connectors unless the maker publishes lug width.

22mm1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

22mm1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications > General: strap width 22 mm.

Quick-release strapiThe supplied strap can be detached through its quick-release mechanism. Compatibility with quick-release replacement straps alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Yes9Reviewalastairrunning.com/suunto-run-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026The review describes a 22 mm quick-release silicone strap. The maker says only that the strap can be replaced with other compatible options. Watchnation also says quick-release.

Strap systemiPublished attachment system and compatible case sizes. Proprietary connectors are distinguished from standard spring bars.

QuickFit 221Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

22 mm straps1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Strap width 22 mm. The page says the strap can be replaced with other compatible options. No attachment system name is published.

Strap materialiMaterial of the supplied strap for the stated package. Do not substitute material from another band sold separately.

Silicone1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

Silicone1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Strap material silicone.

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Suunto 22mm Athletic 6 Silicone Strap (S/M)1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026In the Box: Suunto 22mm Athletic 6 Silicone Strap for Sizes (S/M). The strap colour follows the watch colour.

Strap sizesiPublished wrist-circumference range for the stated strap or case. Source notes distinguish an overall compatible wrist range from one supplied strap size.

AGarmin Forerunner 970

Wrist (min) (mm)	Wrist (max) (mm)
135	205

Source1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Physical Size specifies wrist circumference 135-205 mm. The source supplies no strap-size label. An invented Included band label was removed.

BSuunto Run 2

Size	Wrist (min) (mm)	Wrist (max) (mm)
S/M	130	200

Source1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026Specifications: wrist sizes 130-200 mm. The box strap is the S/M size. The range is the maker's wrist size for the watch and is assigned to the S/M strap.

Regulatory

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FCC ID

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SAR limb (US)iPublished limb/wrist SAR for the stated base regional model under the US regime. Other case sizes or radio versions can differ. Head or body SAR is excluded.

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1.295W/kg4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026FCC SAR section: highest reported SAR 1.295 W/kg (wrist), with an accessory that contains no metal at a minimum of 0 mm. This is the US regime.

SAR limb (EU)iPublished limb/wrist SAR for the stated base regional model under the EU regime. Other case sizes or radio versions can differ. Head or body SAR is excluded.

0.11W/kg4Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/GUID-DEC2B782-96E8-4287-8C8A-5907CC9D3B35.htmlRead 30 September 2026EU SAR values: 0.11 W/kg limb

1.498W/kg4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026CE SAR section: minimum distance 0 mm from the wrist and highest reported SAR 1.498 W/kg (wrist). This is the EU regime.

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In the box

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In the box

Forerunner 970 GPS running watch, Charging cable, Documentation1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026In the Box tab

Suunto Run 2 Watch, Suunto 22mm Athletic 6 Silicone Strap for Sizes (S/M), Quick Guide, USB-C Charging Cable, Product Safety & Regulatory Information International Limited Warranty1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026In the Box list, verbatim.10Retailer pagewatchnation.com/blogs/news/suunto-run-2-what-new-what-s-in-the-box-and-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 14 October 2026Retailer blog on the box: watch, 22 mm silicone strap in S/M size, USB-C cable with magnetic charging puck, Quick Guide and regulatory documents. Matches the maker's list.

Power adapter in boxiA mains/USB power adapter is supplied. A charging cable, inductive puck or charging dock alone does not count.

No1Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026The In the Box list has no power adapter

No1Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026The box has a USB-C charging cable and no mains or USB power adapter.

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Product page

www.garmin.com/en-US/p/14628011Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026

www.suunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-21Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.garmin.com/en-US/p/14628011Maker product pagegarmin.com/en-US/p/1462801Read 30 September 2026Specifications tab in the public GarminAppBootstrap document, exact model SKUs checked.

www.suunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-21Maker product pagesuunto.com/en-us/Products/sports-watches/suunto-run-2Read 14 October 2026

Manual

www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdf5Owner's manualwww8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/GUID-025D75CF-3445-49E1-8D81-1AA74AB4E00F/EN-US/Forerunner_970_OM_EN-US.pdfRead 8 October 2026

ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDF3Owner's manualns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Userguides/Suunto_Run_2_UserGuide_EN.PDFRead 14 October 2026Suunto Run 2 User Guide PDF, dated 2026-07-29. It matches the online guide pages under suunto.com/Support. Its CE section prints OW234, which is not used.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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2years4Maker spec sheet (PDF)ns.suunto.com/Manuals/Suunto_Run_2/Safty_and_Regulatory/Run%202%20Safty_and_Regulatory.pdfRead 14 October 2026International Limited Warranty: two years for watches from the date of original retail purchase. Accessories such as straps, chargers and cables have one year. Mandatory national consumer rights are separate.

Both are also in the API. Back to all smartwatches.