Garmin Forerunner 35 GPS running watch, black vs COROS PACE 3 Sport Watch GPS
Overall winner: COROS PACE 3 Sport Watch GPS
Key Differences
Garmin Forerunner 35 (A) is positioned as the more affordable option with strong user review volume and easy-to-use GPS plus wrist-based heart rate and smart notifications. COROS PACE 3 (B) targets performance-oriented users with a lightweight build, always-on touchscreen and dual-frequency GPS for improved positioning
Garmin Forerunner 35 GPS running watch, black
Compact GPS running watch that shows distance, pace, and route. Lightweight with wrist-based heart rate monitoring and smart notifications; users note ease of setup and good value, with mixed opinions on battery life and accuracy
Pros
- easy-to-use GPS tracking
- wrist-based heart rate monitoring
- smart notifications
- reasonable value for money
Cons
- mixed reviews on battery life
- some reports of inaccurate heart rate readings
- some functionality issues
COROS PACE 3 Sport Watch GPS
COROS PACE 3 GPS watch with lightweight 11.7mm body and 30g weight. Always-on 1.2" transflective touchscreen, dual-frequency GPS, sleep tracking, and training plans for run, bike, and ski. Customer insight unavailable
Pros
- lightweight design
- always-on touchscreen display
- dual-frequency GPS
- sleep tracking
Cons
- customer insights not available
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Garmin |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | COROS |
| User Reviews | Garmin |