Garmin Quatix 8 VS Suunto Run

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run both offer OLED/AMOLED displays with always-on functionality, providing clear and vibrant visuals. The Garmin Quatix 8 has a larger 1.4″ screen, compared to the 1.32″ display on the Suunto Run, though the Suunto Run offers a slightly higher pixel density of 499 ppi, while the Garmin's pixel density is 458 ppi. In terms of resolution, the Garmin Quatix 8 has a slightly lower 454 x 454 px compared to the Suunto Run's 466 x 466 px.

Both watches feature waterproof water resistance, but the Garmin Quatix 8 stands out with its sapphire glass display, which is absent on the Suunto Run, which instead has branded damage-resistant glass. The Quatix 8 is also heavier at 92 g, while the Suunto Run is notably lighter at 36 g. The Garmin Quatix 8 is thicker at 14.7 mm, compared to the 11.5 mm thickness of the Suunto Run.

Both watches have replaceable watch bands and touchscreens, with the Garmin Quatix 8 having a larger overall volume of 38.2347 cm³, compared to the 24.334 cm³ of the Suunto Run. In terms of size, the Garmin Quatix 8 is larger overall, with a height and width of 51 mm each, while the Suunto Run measures 46 mm in height and 46 mm in width. The Garmin Quatix 8 also includes branded damage-resistant glass, which is not mentioned for the Suunto Run.

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run share several common sensors, including GPS, a heart rate monitor, blood oxygenation level monitoring, a barometer, an accelerometer, and a compass. Both products also monitor perspiration, though neither product has this feature activated. The Garmin Quatix 8, however, includes a temperature sensor and a gyroscope, while the Suunto Run lacks both of these sensors.

Neither watch has a wind speed sensor, as both are marked with a 'NO' for this feature. Additionally, while the Garmin Quatix 8 comes with both a temperature sensor and a gyroscope, the Suunto Run does not feature a gyroscope, and instead, only offers the previously mentioned set of sensors.

In summary, the main difference between the two products in this group is that the Garmin Quatix 8 has more sensors, including a temperature sensor and a gyroscope, while the Suunto Run lacks these but has the same base set of features in terms of GPS, heart rate monitoring, blood oxygenation levels, and more.

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run both feature a route tracker, distance tracking, pace measurement, trackback mode, sleep tracking, multi-sport mode, automatic activity detection, elevation tracking, step counting, sleep reports, exercise tagging, and stroke counting for swimming. The Garmin Quatix 8 includes trackback mode, which the Suunto Run lacks. Additionally, the Garmin Quatix 8 is designed for both diving and golf, while the Suunto Run is not designed for these activities.

Both watches track calorie intake and provide sleep reports. There are no differences in these areas. The Garmin Quatix 8 stands out with its additional functionality for diving and golf, which the Suunto Run does not support. However, the Suunto Run still offers all the other core features shared with the Quatix 8, including automatic activity detection, elevation tracking, and multi-sport mode.

In summary, the Garmin Quatix 8 offers a few more specialized features, including trackback mode and design for diving and golf, while the Suunto Run has a very similar set of activity tracking capabilities but without those additional features.

Both the Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run are compatible with iOS and Android devices, allowing seamless integration with both operating systems. However, they differ in terms of connectivity features. The Garmin Quatix 8 supports Wi-Fi, ANT+, and NFC, providing a broader range of connectivity options. In contrast, the Suunto Run does not support Wi-Fi, ANT+, or NFC.

Neither product includes a cellular module, so neither can make independent calls or handle cellular data. However, the Garmin Quatix 8 stands out with its support for ANT+ and NFC, which the Suunto Run lacks entirely. These features can enhance connectivity with other devices, such as sensors and payment systems.

In summary, while both watches offer compatibility with iOS and Android, the Garmin Quatix 8 offers more advanced connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, ANT+, and NFC, compared to the Suunto Run, which lacks these features.

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run differ significantly in battery life. The Garmin Quatix 8 offers an impressive 29 days of battery life in regular use, compared to the 12 days of the Suunto Run. However, in training mode, the Garmin Quatix 8 provides 18 hours of battery life, while the Suunto Run lasts slightly longer at 20 hours.

Both watches have rechargeable batteries, but neither supports wireless charging or solar power. Additionally, neither watch has a removable battery, meaning you cannot replace the battery independently in either device.

In summary, the Garmin Quatix 8 outperforms the Suunto Run in terms of overall battery life, offering more than double the time in regular use, although the Suunto Run slightly edges out in training mode battery life.

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run both feature heart rate variability (HRV) tracking, VO2 max measurement, and resting heart rate monitoring, making them solid choices for fitness and health tracking. They also both offer fast/slow heart rate notifications, readiness level tracking, map uploading capabilities, vibrating alerts, a stopwatch, notifications, and faster GPS acquisition. However, there are some differences between the two products in terms of additional features.

The Garmin Quatix 8 offers more comprehensive functionality, such as phone locating, call control, and the ability to answer calls directly from the watch. It also features a smart alarm, which the Suunto Run lacks. On the other hand, the Suunto Run has a silent alarm feature, which is absent on the Garmin Quatix 8. Both watches can provide the sunrise/sunset times and inform about the risk of thunderstorms. The Garmin Quatix 8, however, includes voice command support, which the Suunto Run does not.

In summary, the Garmin Quatix 8 includes more advanced features, such as phone locating, call control, and voice commands, while the Suunto Run focuses on more basic functionality, including a silent alarm but lacking some of the more advanced communication features of the Garmin model.

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run share a wide range of similar features in their apps and software. Both provide activity reports, inactivity alerts, calorie counting, goal setting, achievements, and have a free, ad-free app. They both offer an exercise diary, weight tracking, water intake tracking, temperature tracking, route support, music playback, widgets support, and personalization options. Additionally, neither product includes a barcode scanner on their respective apps.

Overall, both products offer the same core set of features for app and software functionality, ensuring that users can track their progress, set goals, and monitor various aspects of their health and fitness. There is no distinction between the two models in this group.

In summary, the Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run are identical in terms of app and software capabilities, both providing comprehensive tracking and personalization options without any significant differences.

The Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run are identical in the miscellaneous category, offering the same set of features. Both have a battery level indicator, are compatible with Windows and Mac OS X, and support auto pause functionality. Additionally, both models are compatible with external heart rate monitors.

Neither product includes an external memory slot or a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack, with both watches lacking these features.

In summary, the Garmin Quatix 8 and Suunto Run match each other exactly in terms of their miscellaneous features, offering the same compatibility and functionality across the board.