Garmin Forerunner 235 vs. Suunto 3

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 235 and Suunto 3. 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 Forerunner 235 vs. Suunto 3 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS - iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Running, cycling Running, swimming, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 45 mm 43 mm
Height 45 mm 43 mm
Depth 11.7 mm -
Weight 42 g 36 g
Body Material - ABS case
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Colours Black, marsala red | Black and grey | Frost blue Light gold, pebble white
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, heart rate
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, cadence, stress level, lap time
Modes - Exercise mode
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Find phone function, VO2 max, idle alert, HR zones, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap, music playback control, voice instructions GPS via mobile, sunrise/sunset times, weather information
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS receiver -
Keypad Lock - Yes
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Wireless Interface - Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective LED - colour
Resolution 215 x 180 pixels 218 x 218 pixels
Screen Size 1.23" -
Screen Protection Chemically strengthened glass -
CASE Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Crystal Type - Polyamide
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Stainless steel
Case Details - Slate grey | Slate grey/copper | Moss grey | Granite red | Black
BAND Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Band Type Strap Strap
Band Width - 20 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 120-210 mm
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Grey Slate grey | Moss grey | Granite red | Black
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 5 day(s)
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days
Training mode/GPS off - up to 40 hour(s)
Training mode/GPS on - up to 30 hour(s)
Standby Time - 10 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 235 Suunto 3
Included Accessories Charging/data cable USB charging cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Alarm, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ Stopwatch, Alarm Clock
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 30 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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