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Suunto 9 Peak Pro vs Suunto Race

Both training-tier, but the Race actually costs $100 less, rates higher, and offers a brighter AMOLED display — the 9 Peak Pro's main edge is being one of the thinnest multisport watches ever made.

Suunto 9 Peak ProSuunto

Suunto 9 Peak Pro

4.1
Suunto RaceSuunto

Suunto Race

4.3
$549
MSRP
$449
Lower price
Semi-Smart
Watch Type
Semi-Smart
Solid Training Data
Training Data
Solid Training Data
iOS & Android
Phone
iOS & Android
4.1
Rating
4.3
Higher rated
40 hrs
GPS Battery Life
40 hrs
Dual-Band
GPS
Dual-Band
64g
Lighter
Weight
80g
43mm
Case Size
49mm
No
Wrist Calls
No
Yes
Offline Maps
Yes
Local files only
Offline Music
Local files only
10 ATM
Water Resistance
10 ATM
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Notable For
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Best For
  • •You want an exceptionally thin case above all else
  • •You can find the 9 Peak Pro discounted as a superseded model
  • •You want Suunto's higher-rated, brighter AMOLED watch for less
  • •Case thickness isn't a priority for you
The Full Story

The 9 Peak Pro packs a sapphire touchscreen, stainless steel bezel, and 40 hours of best-mode GPS battery into an unusually thin, light case. Superseded by the Suunto Race S, but still a legitimate multisport option for runners who don't want a bulky watch on the wrist.

The Race pairs a bright touchscreen display with offline maps and long battery life at a price that consistently beats comparable Garmin and Polar options. A strong pick for runners who also dabble in triathlon.

*Estimated — this model's exact GPS battery life isn't published by the manufacturer. All figures are standard GPS mode, midsize case, no solar boost.

†Estimated — this model launched too recently to have an established customer rating yet.

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