Garmin HRM 200 vs Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2

Garmin HRM 200

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99
Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2

Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2

$129

Quick verdict

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $39.01 less

Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2

$129

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (89 vs 70)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 14 products in Heart Rate Monitor on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

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Garmin HRM 200· leads in 1

Affordability

Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2· leads in 2

Battery lifeFeatures

Tied

RangeWater resistance
  • Battery life

    365 hTop 32%
    460 hTop 11%
  • Features

    3Top 46%
    4Top 21%
  • Range

    10 m
    10 m
  • Water resistance

    30 mTop 43%
    30 mTop 43%
  • Lightness

    63 g
    No data
  • Affordability

    $90Top 46%
    $129

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Technical Specifications

Compare features between Garmin HRM 200 vs Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2

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Essentials

€89.99
$129
January 2025
September 2026

Overview

ECG (electrical heart rate measurement)
ECG (electrical heart rate measurement)
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Six-axis motion sensor
Accurate real-time heart rate tracking, ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity, Comfortable adjustable strap, Low-profile lightweight design, Compatible with multiple fitness devices and apps
ECG heart rate with QRS artifact rejection and static shielding, Running form with compatible Suunto watches: cadence, ground contact time, vertical oscillation, flight time and left/right balance, 20 hours of onboard memory, up from 3.5 hours, Streams to up to three Bluetooth devices at once, Replaceable coin cell battery

Connectivity

Bluetooth Low Energy (up to 3 connections), ANT+
Bluetooth Low Energy (up to 3 connections)
Yes
Yes
Up to 10 m
Up to 10 m
No
Yes (20 hours of R-R data, rolling)

Battery

Replaceable coin cell (CR2032)
CR2032 coin cell
Up to 365 hours (about 1 year at 1 hour per day)
Up to 460 hours (one connection, running form off, power save on)

Build & durability

3 ATM (30 meters)
30 m
0°C to 40°C
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63 g (M-XL strap), 56 g (XS-S strap)
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Soft elastic textile strap (machine washable)
Textile chest strap
Plastic
Plastic
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Garmin HRM 200 vs Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2?

For value comparison: The Garmin HRM 200 ($89.99) offers better affordability compared to the Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2 ($129). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Garmin HRM 200 or the Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2?

The Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2 is newer: it came out in September 2026, and the Garmin HRM 200 in January 2025.

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