Suunto 3 vs. Suunto Core Alpha

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Suunto 3 and Suunto Core Alpha. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Suunto 3 vs. Suunto Core Alpha Comparison Chart
GENERAL Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android -
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, cycling -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43 mm 49.5 mm
Height 43 mm 49.5 mm
Depth - 15.1 mm
Weight 36 g 67 g
Body Material ABS case Composite
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours Light gold, pebble white Stealth
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, cadence, stress level, lap time Time, speed, altitude, temperature
Modes Exercise mode -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features GPS via mobile, sunrise/sunset times, weather information Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Visual interface
Keypad Lock Yes -
CONNECTIVITY Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Wireless Interface Bluetooth -
DISPLAY Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Type LED - colour Monochrome
Resolution 218 x 218 pixels -
INPUT DEVICE Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Type - Touch buttons
CASE Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Crystal Type Polyamide -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Stainless steel Aluminium
Case Details Slate grey | Slate grey/copper | Moss grey | Granite red | Black -
BAND Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Band Type Strap Strap
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 120-210 mm 140-240 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Textile
Band Colour Slate grey | Moss grey | Granite red | Black -
BATTERY Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Technology Lithium Ion -
Form Factor - CR2032
Battery Life 5 day(s) 12 month(s)
Battery Life Details Training mode/GPS off - up to 40 hour(s)
Training mode/GPS on - up to 30 hour(s)
Regular usage - up to 12 months
Standby Time 10 days -
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Suunto 3 Suunto Core Alpha
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Alarm Clock -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 30 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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