Best SUUNTO smartwatch ranking in 2022

In 2022, smartwatches and bracelets are no longer just a fun gadget to show off to your friends. The functions that the best manufacturers complete in such devices have gone beyond the entertainment industry and have begun to transform into useful parameters of health and life. The modern market of 2022 is saturated with technological innovations. For people who decide to use smart devices for the first time, the first question will be: how to choose the right assistant by studying popular models and new items on the Internet.

Will it be right to focus on the price or is it necessary to read detailed information about the functionality, evaluate the advantages and disadvantages, and understand the reputation of the manufacturer? Can the average price cover all the desires of its future owner? What should be the selection criteria and characteristics of the electronic assistant? One of the brands to choose from is SUUNTO, whose rating of the best smartwatches will be presented below.

How to choose a smart watch

First of all, you need a clear understanding of how the new gadget will help its owner. As soon as the basic requirements are formed, you can start choosing exactly according to your own parameters, ranging from inexpensive budget models to the premium segment.

You should not choose any individual functions and evaluate the popularity of models. It is better to decide on the direction, which can be divided into three large segments:

1. Companion for travel or specific trips (hunting or fishing);
2. Trainer for professional sports when a tight schedule of classes and monitoring of achievements is required;
3. Healthy lifestyle, including fitness, calorie control, proper sleep organization and simple medical indications of heart rate during exercise.

After the direction is chosen, you can think about which company's brand is best suited for your own purposes, and where you can buy it at a profit. Given the need to maximize the time of using a watch or bracelet, which ideally should always be on the owner’s hand, the reliability of the device and its convenience will play one of the key roles.

To take into account all the selection criteria for different purposes, let's analyze the offers of a professional manufacturer of smart watches that exist on the world market - the Finnish company SUUNTO. The official slogan is the conqueror of new territories.

History of SUUNTO

To have this brand means that the owner understands quality and reliable devices, as they are all, first of all, built on the engineering at the heart of the company. Most likely, the owner of SUUNTO has long passed the stage of testing cheap Chinese bracelets and consciously acquired a solid Finnish device. After all, the company does not produce simple fitness bracelets that can “live” for less than a month. Its products are full-fledged smartwatches, the entire line of which is supported by multidisciplinary software. Support functionality is not limited to budget models and means getting maximum privileges from developers when purchasing any series.

The brand's first wrist travel companion dates back to 1936 from engineer Tuomas Volhonen.He developed a liquid compass, with more accurate parameters for the stability of the pointing arrow, compared to the dry type compasses that existed at that time.

The strength of the manufactured compass is still a matter of pride for the company, as there is a well-known example of the preservation of the body of the device after it was hit by a sniper bullet in the Finnish war.

Between 1939 and 1989, SUUNTO developed its compasses into general-purpose computers for use in marine and deep diving. The revolutionary compact device for the first time allowed divers to abandon the calculation tables that were used to calculate depth.

In 1997, the flagship marine precision instrument launches the first dive computer in the form of a wristwatch, and the following year, the model is also adapted for outdoor use.

In 1999, the company became part of the AMER SPORTS corporation, which in the next ten years brought together such brands as Atomic, Salomon Sports, Wilson and others.

In 2004, SUUNTO opens a new direction for professional athletes by making watch computers for Olympic Games participants. Sports fans have probably seen these gadgets at competitions involving Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish athletes. Today, such a mobile notebook not only records their physical activity, but also compiles analytical reports by period.

Sports team coaches use this data daily through a proprietary network application and always have an up-to-date picture of the preparation of sports tournament participants.

Today, SUUNTO offers its fans a wide range of sports and premium watches based on similar technologies, in addition to specialized high-precision diving movements.

Exclusive Software

The original Suunto Movescount app of our own design accompanies all watches from the Finnish manufacturer. It consists of five main sections:

• Sports modes;
• Navigation;
• Common parameters;
• Units settings;
• Personal settings.

An original and useful feature of the electronic support system is the “Heat Map”, which shows possible training routes in different cities. Various types of sports activities will be offered (pools, gyms, bike paths, ski trails, jogging paths). You can also use it to create your own lesson plan and send it to some watch models for control.

The world's best practices for specialized training in various sports are collected in the Community app. Here you can see offers and options for classes in various disciplines, choosing your parameters. The best training options will be offered, based on the collected experience of numerous athletes, which can be adjusted and saved as a personal plan.

The most inexpensive smartwatch SUUNTO

Within the framework of 25 thousand rubles, the SUUNTO series contains gadgets with standard functionality for fans of an active lifestyle, as well as models with excellent features for professional athletes.

SUUNTO 3

Cost ≅ 22990 rubles.

This lightweight, high-quality and durable model with an adaptive exercise program was created and assembled by Finnish developers.Equipped with personalized adaptive activity guidance, this smartwatch provides comprehensive, continuous activity monitoring that includes step calculation, sleep, stress and recovery analytics.

The user has 3 options for adaptation recommendations: maintaining the current physical condition or accelerated improvement of physical training with a stronger intensity. After the owner has chosen the mode, the smart watch forms a weekly training program with the most appropriate duration and load of each workout.

The training program automatically adapts to the current user exercises: if the owner misses a workout, he does not need to make adjustments himself. The model has an integrated cadence sensor to calculate the speed and distance of running or walking.

The heartbeat is calculated on the wrist. The necessary level of protection against water makes it possible to engage in swimming in this gadget. This smart watch automatically records daily steps and calories, and also keeps a record of sleep if the user did not take readings at night. The model calculates stress and recovery levels during the day so that the owner can monitor their energy expenditure throughout the day. This model is compatible with the company's proprietary program, which takes into account all the user's workouts, records the indicators of past exercises, a log of sleep and general physical condition.

• there is the necessary basic functionality for running and fitness;
• excellent autonomy;
• ease of operation;
• attractive appearance;
• tactilely pleasant strap made of high quality silicone.

• not identified.

SUUNTO Traverse

Cost ≅ 22990 rubles.

This is a travel model that includes an altimeter, barometer, thermometer, weather indicator, digital type compass, GPS navigation module and supports GLONASS. The Movescount branded program allows you to watch calls, SMS and push notifications on your gadget.

The user can use a mobile device or tablet PC as an additional smart watch screen: it is possible to generate a Suunto Movie travel route with a 3D map, key points and pictures. When photographing, the current speed and distance covered by the user, measured in hours, are saved.

• chic autonomy;
• attractive appearance;
• reliable assembly;
• big screen;
• wide functionality.

• hard to navigate interface.

Suunto 3 Fitness

Cost ≅ 17500 rubles

A professional-grade sports watch for dummies. To date, this is the best option for a budget wrist computer from the new line.

Battery	Compatibility	Activity	GPS	Training support	community	Sports specific settings
without connections up to 10 days	Bluetooth communication method	calories burned per day	route planning and tracking	workout calculation	publication of achievements	swimming
with connected GPS and apps up to 30 hours	compatible with iOS, Android	min heart rate	route export	interval setting		run
		calorie consumption and heart rate on average per day		Heart rate in real mode and for the period		bike
		pedometer		speed and distance analysis		triathlon
		sleep quality and duration		recovery time
		daily resource, stress, recovery		plans and goals
				load analysis

Specifications:

• Battery - operating time from 30 hours (with all applications and GPS turned off) to 10 days (with communications turned off);
• Compatibility - iOS, Android via Bluetooth.

Tested on athletes, the features are adapted for a wide range of people leading a healthy lifestyle. When replacing an ordinary wrist watch with this fitness tracker, even the habit of a classic dial with hands was taken into account. The setting of such a time image is included as one of the options. Four color schemes (pistachio, pink, white and black) will make it possible to use the device as a stylish accessory, which has attracted many women buyers. The ease of setting up and using the menu also counts as an added plus. The strap is made of silicone and also provides a small weight of the watch (36 grams), while the fastening is secure enough not to lose the watch in the pool.

The main feature is the ability to select different types of training, including water types. Under the choice of activity, a large number of reports on the physical condition and the ability to adapt the load to the individual characteristics of the organism are provided.

• A large set of functions for monitoring activity, using professional parameters of the sport;
• Low price;
• Friendly clear interface;
• Positive user reviews.

• Inaccurate counting of the pulse, not reaching the medical level;
• Analysis of the average level of activity, not sufficient for professional athletes.

Core All Black

Cost ≅ 22,000 rubles

The most bought model for the last 5 years.

Main functions:

• Altimer;
• Barometer;
• Sunrise and sunset time;
• Depth gauge for diving and swimming with a tube and a mask;
• Compass;
• Multilingual menu;
• Storm warning;
• Thermometer;
• Clock (date and time).

Technical specifications:

• Replaceable battery - up to 12 months in watch mode;
• Compatibility - can work standalone.

The best ratings come from hikers and divers who take full advantage of the professional features. Many note the function Storm Alarm (early warning of bad weather). The dial is illuminated and clearly shows the data in all weather conditions.

The main reviews of extreme tourists who actively use this watch date back to 2016 at the latest, but the popularity of the model does not decrease due to simple useful functions and brutal appearance.

• Embossed mechanical control buttons make it easy to use the mode switch in winter gloves;
• Large numbers, spinning basel. The most visually convenient screen with a good diagonal and a clear display of data in the sun.

• The strap is quite stiff and wearing it can cause discomfort for sensitive skin;
• No smart watch features;
• Traditional tourist option.

Spartan Trainer HR Steel

Cost ≅ 24,000 rubles

The best watch for a tourist (3rd place in the ranking).

Specifications are close to the universal 3Fitness model, but enhanced by GPS capabilities. The model has advanced features similar to the special offer for travelers Traverse Alpha Concerte.

As a result, the Spartan Trainer HR Steel is an option that combines control of the daily stresses of an urban environment with a conduit for weekends and outdoor vacations.

• Democratic price;
• Large set of features.

• Some functions may not be used by the owner at all.

The best SUUNTO smart watches in terms of price and quality

The flagship models of the company are a combination of attractive appearance with chic functionality. This rating category includes devices with the best balance of cost and quality.

SUUNTO 7

Cost ≅ 25,000 rubles.

This model came out attractive: the watch looks status. The gadget has a large body, and a large display immediately attracts the eye. At the same time, this smart watch is lightweight, and the elastic, tactilely pleasant strap, made of high-quality silicone, feels comfortable on the wrist.

This gadget will also please fans of swimming, as it has water and dust protection. This model can withstand diving to a depth of 50 m. The device was created together by SUUNTO, Google Corporation and processor giant Qualcomm. It is for this reason that an exciting collaboration turned out: the model is comfortable in the Wear operating system settings with access to various programs.

On the body of the model there are 4 large keys that are pressed clearly and without failures. Random triggering is completely minimized. The button located on the left is responsible for ON / OFF, and also opens a menu with installed programs. If you press and hold it for 5 seconds, voice control is activated.

The button located on the right (top) launches the company's proprietary training program. The key located on the right, in the center and at the bottom can be programmed to open any program of your choice.

• exclusive program for sports from the Finnish brand;
• the Wear platform based on the Android operating system for monitoring everyday activity;
• high-quality display;
• notifications from messengers;
• attractive appearance.

• not found.

Traverse Alpha Concerte

Cost ≅ 36,000 rubles

Specialized version for hunting, fishing and hiking.

Activity	GPS	Training support	community	Sports settings
calories burned	speed and distance based on GPS	training analysis	photos, videos	hunting
heart rate functions in different zones, including swimming	distance by stages	interval setting	support for online sports communities	run
	GPS/Glonass satellites	Heart rate in real mode and for the period		bike
pedometer	coordinates for different systems	speed and distance analysis		fishing
	search for a return route	recovery time
	route planning	plans and goals, load analysis
	weather	total ascent/descent vertical speed

Devices and specifications:

• Chronograph;
• Compass;
• Altimeter;
• Synchronization - wireless connection (WIFI), USB cable;
• Transfer smartphone notifications to the watch and reverse display data from the watch on the phone screen.

For hunting and fishing, allocated to individual sports, additional non-standard functions have been designed:

• Auto-detection for shooting;
• Interested places of hunting or fishing;
• Lunar calendar (sunrise / sunset, phases, including for the planned period);
• Red-tinted screen backlight that does not interfere with night vision devices;
• Graph of pressure at sea level.

The watch is not only made in the style of the Finnish "military", but also crash-tested for endurance (impact resistance, heat, freezing and work in a liquid environment).

• The owner of the watch can be not only a hunter or fisherman, but also an active sportsman – the watch will support his loads;
• Specific functions for outdoor activities;
• Not too high price.

• For people who do not do specific outdoor activities, most of the features will be useless.

Spartan Trainer Wirst HR

Cost ≅32500 rubles

Received high praise from professional athletes. A large number of useful functions and extended software support are noted.

For example, in comparison with analogues of this low price category, there is a function for counting strokes in the pool, because the manufacturer has not cut the functionality. Very reliable assembly, components "do not fly" with intensive daily use. Pulse counts well with small loads. At high loads - it does not count accurately. Works fast, does not freeze. It is very difficult to cause mechanical damage.

The buttons are pressed too easily, if you press them with gloves in winter, there will be no tactile sensation when pressed. The design is not bad, but there are metal elements on the strap that create a feeling of cheapness. The color scheme is saturated. Works 10 hours without recharging in active training mode.

• Low price;
• Reliability.

• Inaccurate heart rate counting at high load;
• The control buttons on the case do not have high tactility, which makes it difficult to operate with gloves.

Ambit3 Vertical HR

Cost ≅34,000 rubles

We entered the top five according to surveys of owners of smart watches for all-around.

The most useful qualities are noted:

• Hike along the route (three-dimensional maps, steepness of slopes, total height of ascent);
• Orientation on the ground (GPS controls the location, gives a return route, records the speed and distance traveled);
• Coaching functions - saving the history of various exercises during one training session, sending data to the site for history, offering samples of the best exercises from professional trainers, assessing the quality and volume of recovery after exercise;
• Basic travel functions - compass, altimeter, weather forecast;
• High-quality assembly from high-strength materials (stainless steel, mineral crystal, soft plastic);
• Tightness during immersion is provided up to 100 m.

• Good combination of features for frequent use;
• 10 training modes;
• Lift height control and comparison with the planned one in real time.

• Restriction on working with maps (only Mapbox);
• Accurate heart rate readings can only be obtained using a chest strap.

Spartan Sport Wirst HR

Cost ≅40,000 rubles

Ideal for running, swimming, cycling, triathlon, skiing and fitness. A high place in the ranking of quality smart watches.

When swimming, the following indicators are taken into account:

• Swimming style;
• Efficiency (SWOLF index);
• Number of strokes;
• Number of passed pools by length;
• Distance;
• Water heart rate (if accurate readings are required, the use of the Suunto Smart Sensor on the chest is recommended).

Cycling:

• Speed;
• Pulse (separately average pulse and pulse graph);
• Distance;
• Lap data (automatic creation of laps of 10 km each);
• Climb;
• Descent;
• Average speed;
• Height.

You can pre-load the route for cycling and follow it.

The watch is compatible with a bike sensor, which is also produced by the manufacturer - Suunto Bike Sensor. This sensor simultaneously measures speed and cadence (cadence) throughout the entire workout.

• Excellent value for money for any level of sports training.

• To calculate heart rate, similar to medical measurements, a chest strap is required.

The best premium SUUNTO smartwatches

In this category, the best models of SUUNTO smart watches of the premium segment are considered. The cost of each position starts from 50 thousand rubles.

SUUNTO 9 Baro Ambassador Edition Titanium

Cost ≅ 69990 rubles.

This multi-sport GPS navigation model is ideal for athletes looking for the best sports gadgets. A smart energy management system that supports smart alerts will ensure that the battery capacity of the device is sufficient for any workout.

This model, which stands out from the competition with its high build reliability, will be an excellent solution for intense exercise, long races and extreme travel.

• smart battery operation modes;
• sapphire glass;
• wrist heart rate monitor;
• weather tracking options;
• Water resistant, submersible up to 100 meters.

• not identified.

SUUNTO Kailash

Cost ≅ 53,990 rubles.

This is a unisex model that is designed for outdoor enthusiasts.This watch successfully combines a GPS navigation system, a temperature-compensated altimeter, a barometer with an option to change sea level pressure, a thermometer, and a 3D digital type compass. The model is compatible with mobile devices. Synchronization is performed using a proprietary program for the 7R smartphone (available for devices based on the iOS operating system). The program gives you the ability to make Suunto Movie custom trips with key points and snapshots.

• correct operation of the GPS navigation system;
• temperature compensated altimeter;
• barometer with the option to calculate pressure at sea level;
• pressure change schedule;
• pedometer with calorie control.

• not detected.

Essential Collection Cooper

Cost ≅ 50,000 rubles

Premium series with a small set of sports features for wealthy travelers. The watch will look solid both in an urban office environment and in real travel. The design is dedicated to the history of the company and is stylized as a military style. The line includes several modifications with different colors of the case, bezel and leather strap. The watch is handcrafted in Finland. Case size W 49.1, H 49.1, T 13.4 mm. Weight 120 gr. The screen is protected by sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case and bezel.

The watch comes in a cloth case and comes with a pencil, field pad, cleaning cloth and quick start guide.

The functionality of the wrist computer includes the classic traveler set:

• altimeter;
• barometer;
• water resistance up to 30 m;
• time of sunrise and sunset;
• depth gauge for snorkeling;
• indicator for viewing the second time zone;
• storm warning indicator;
• compass;
• menu in several languages ​​(including Russian);
• replaceable battery;
• thermometer;

This reliable and representative device has many positive reviews from real owners who have been using it for several years. The model well maintains temperature drops and work under water. The battery does not require replacement for about 14 months.

• Universal watch that can be used when traveling in the wild, and for representative purposes;
• High-quality materials, reliable assembly;
• Upgradable software, with the addition of functions.

• High price;
• Truncated functionality that does not allow you to play sports professionally;
• A leather strap will quickly break down during active diving.

Spartan Ultra

Cost ≅ 56,000 rubles

Ranked among the top running sports gadgets in 2022 with advanced GPS and heart rate monitoring. This wrist companion will follow your route and provide accurate navigation.

Distinctive characteristics:

• Water resistance in depth - 100 m;
• Charging in an autonomous version of long workouts - up to 26 hours;
• Several dozen pre-installed exercise modes by the manufacturer, which the owner can alternate;
• Barometer;
• Adaptation in multisport mode.

Water resistant up to 100 meters guaranteed. Works with a chest heart rate monitor. Uses 2 apps on mobile phone. The first private, with the owner's indicators available only to him. The second is a public community where you can communicate and compare your achievements.

The interface is modern and friendly, you can quickly intuitively find the necessary data.The metal case (bezel) retains scratches that are visually striking after long use.

A convenient version of the Tooth Screen function that allows you to use the display without pressing buttons. With small sports loads, charging lasts for a week, compared to analogues, this is twice as much, but the charging time is on average 4 hours. The buttons can be used underwater in the pool.

• The watch provides calls and messages from the phone, but you cannot talk on them;
• Tracking building is formed via GPS;
• Height mode is as accurate as possible, manual calibration can be applied. Works on the basis of indications of atmospheric pressure;
• Digital compass - shows the cardinal points with digital values ​​​​of degrees of rotation;
• Accelrometer - determines the load, includes a pedometer;
• Gyroscope - used in energy saving mode for long distances, during marathons.

• A large number of different variations of physical activity;
• Analysis of achievements;
• Ability to share results in communities.

• With professional loads, the heart rate monitor may not give sufficiently accurate results. A chest strap must be used.

Suunto 9 Baro Titanium

Positioned as a very reliable watch with maximum multi-sport features for professionals. They have very high battery performance.

The cost is about 50,000 rubles.

Devices and specifications:

• Altimeter (barometric, with GPS data fusion);
• Weather data (sunrise/sunset, storm warning, thermometer, barometric pressure);
• Digital compass with parameters;
• Battery - operating time from 25 hours (in GPS mode) to 14 days (offline).

Smart Features:

Activity	GPS	Training support	Community	Sports settings
calories burned per day	route planning and tracking	lesson plan calculation	publication of achievements	swimming
min heart rate	route export	interval setting	heat maps	run
calorie consumption and heart rate on average per day	Maps: Google maps, Fndroid, Mapbox	Heart rate in real mode and for the period		bike
pedometer	return route in real time	speed and distance analysis		triathlon
quality, time and duration of sleep	personal route directory	recovery time
	elevation profiles	plans and goals, load analysis
		total ascent/descent vertical speed

• A large number of functions for all occasions;
• Very durable case and high-quality assembly that will last for years;
• Long battery life.

• High price;
• Most features are only needed for specific workouts or rare events.

Conclusion

If a decision is made to purchase an electronic satellite, the most important thing is an individual plan of requirements, otherwise the variety of market models will not give an exact answer: "which electronic gadget is better to buy."

Recognized as the flagship of high-precision equipment, SUUNTO can always be a reference when choosing a smart watch for any occasion. When comparing its products with competitors, it will be useful to understand the level of quality that comes with buying a personal gadget that is designed to provide useful features for a fulfilling life.