Garmin HRM 600
Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2
Quick verdict
Garmin HRM 600
€169.99
The better pick if you want:
No clear advantage on the specs we track.
Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2
$129
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (89 vs 80)
- To spend $40.99 less
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 600· leads in 2
Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2· leads in 2
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Battery life
60 h460 hTop 11%Features
5Top 7%4Top 21%Range
10 m10 mWater resistance
50 mTop 11%30 mTop 43%Lightness
61 gNo dataAffordability
$170$129
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Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which offers better value: Garmin HRM 600 vs Suunto Smart Heart Rate Belt 2?
For value comparison: The Garmin HRM 600 ($169.99) provides premium features 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 600 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 600 in May 2025.
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- A higher overall score (98 vs 80)
- To spend $70.09 less
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