Suunto Vertical
Score: 86/100
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 47mm
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2024 is a rugged titanium smartwatch with a bright 1.5-inch AMOLED display, dual-frequency GPS and up to 100 hours of battery life. Its large chassis and need for power-saving mode to reach peak battery life may deter users seeking a slimmer, always-on experience. Ideal for Android-based outdoor adventurers who value durability and standalone LTE.
The Suunto Vertical offers dual-frequency GNSS accuracy, solar charging (on titanium) and massive offline map storage in a rugged sapphire-crystal case. Its bulkier 13.6 mm profile, lack of touchscreen and unique strap width are trade-offs. Ideal for serious adventurers who need precise navigation and long endurance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
85 hoursbest | — | |
— | 590 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 86 gbest | 227 g |
1.4 inches | 1.5 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 13.6 mm | 12 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 85 hours | 60-100 hours |
Display(2) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 1.4 inches | 1.5 inches |
Display Resolution | 280x280 | 480x480 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 86 g | 227 g |
Thickness (mm) | 13.6 mm | 12 mm |
Case Material | Glass fibre reinforced polyamide | Titanium |
Water Resistance (IP Rating) | 100 m | 10 ATM |
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Professional reviewers consider the Suunto Vertical a significantly revamped adventure watch, praising its massive battery gains, dual-frequency GPS and titanium build, while noting thickness and lack of touchscreen as trade-offs.
Everyday users love the long battery, large readable screen and precise navigation, but cite bulkiness, strap length on small wrists and occasional map-loading delays.
“massive battery gains”
“significantly revamped competitor with accurate tracking”
“Incredibly liberating”
Professional reviewers commend the Galaxy Watch Ultra for its powerful Exynos W1000 processor, ultra-bright 3000-nit display, and adventure-grade durability, highlighting the customizable Quick Button and LTE independence as standout features. However, they caution that the 47mm chassis feels large for many wrists and that inconsistent storage options across regions may frustrate buyers.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the watch's marathon-level battery life and the freedom of LTE-only operation, calling the experience "incredibly liberating." Common praise also centers on accurate health tracking and robust GPS. Recurring complaints focus on bulkiness, the need to enable power-saving to hit peak battery numbers, and uncertainty about storage capacity.
