Apple Watch Ultra 2 49mm Indigo
Score: 85/100
Suunto Vertical 2
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 49 mm is a rugged, titanium-built smartwatch with dual-frequency GPS and up to 36 hours of battery life, targeting extreme-sport enthusiasts. Its large size and premium price may deter users seeking a lightweight everyday watch. Perfect for adventurers needing durable design and precise navigation.
The Suunto Vertical 2 is a rugged adventure watch offering unparalleled battery life, solar charging and extensive offline maps. It misses music playback, ANT+ and smart-trainer compatibility, and its weight may be a drawback for small-wrist users. Suited for backcountry explorers who prioritize endurance and navigation over smartwatch entertainment.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
36 hours | 65 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 61.5 gbest | 74 g |
— | 1.4 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 12 mmbest | 13.6 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 36 hours | 65 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | Bluetooth Smart |
Display(2) | ||
Display Resolution | 410x502 | 280x280 |
Display Type | Always-On Retina LTPO OLED | LCD |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 61.5 g | 74 g |
Thickness (mm) | 12 mm | 13.6 mm |
Case Material | Titanium | Glass fiber reinforced polyamide |
Water Resistance (IP Rating) | IP6X | 100m |
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Professional reviewers and editors consistently commend the Apple Watch Ultra for its unmatched 36-hour battery, ultra-bright display, and precise dual-frequency GPS, emphasizing its rugged titanium build, MIL-STD 810H durability, and comprehensive health sensors. They also highlight the emergency siren and offline U.S. maps as standout features for extreme-sport users, while noting bulkiness and limited global map coverage as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the watch's reliable GPS, long-lasting battery, bright outdoor-readable screen, and seamless iPhone integration, often calling it a dependable companion for outdoor activities. Common complaints revolve around its size and weight on smaller wrists, occasional GPS drift, reduced battery when using cellular, and the difficulty of adjusting the larger bands, as well as the absence of worldwide offline maps.
“"unmatched" 36-hour battery”
“Reliable GPS tracking for runs/hikes”
“haven't gotten close to depleting”
Professional reviewers consider the Suunto Vertical a benchmark for adventure watches, emphasizing its unmatched battery life, solar charging option, high-resolution sapphire display and precise dual-band GNSS. They note the missing music playback and ANT+ support as gaps compared to competing smartwatch ecosystems.
Everyday owners overwhelmingly praise the watch's endurance, comfortable fit and reliable navigation, especially the solar-boosted battery. Recurring complaints focus on the absence of music storage and the relatively heavy feel on smaller wrists.
