Brand: COROS
Category: Running Watches
Recommended by Gunnar Barrera, Trail and Mountain Runner — Orange, Ca
Highlights: long distance, durable
The COROS APEX 2/2 Pro is a cutting-edge smartwatch designed for mountain athletes who demand precision and durability in their training. With advanced heart rate monitoring and robust GPS capabilities, it empowers users to push their limits while staying connected to their performance metrics. 1. Next-generation heart rate sensor for accurate monitoring during intense workouts. 2. Compatibility with all five major satellite systems for reliable navigation and tracking. 3. Dual frequency GNSS support (APEX 2 Pro) enhances accuracy in challenging environments. 4. Long-lasting battery life: 13 days of regular use or 40 hours of full GPS (APEX 2) and 21 days or 66 hours (APEX 2 Pro). 5. Durable 1.2" (APEX 2) and 1.3" (APEX 2 Pro) sapphire screens with titanium bezels for enhanced resilience. 6. A wide range of activity modes and third-party integrations to customize your training experience. 7. Free global offline maps for on-wrist navigation, ensuring you never lose your way. The COROS APEX 2/2 Pro is ideal for serious mountain athletes and outdoor enthusiasts who engage in activities such as trail running, hiking, and climbing. It performs best in rugged terrains and varying weather conditions, providing essential data for both novice and experienced users. This smartwatch excels in long-distance training sessions, offering features that support endurance sports throughout the year, making it a perfect companion for any adventure.
Price: $449
- Who it's for
- Endurance athletes and trail runners who need multi-day or 100K+ GPS battery life without daily charging. Also suits those who want a straightforward, no-frills training watch rather than a feature-heavy smartwatch.
- What people are saying
- Battery life dominates every note — hosts consistently cite weekly charging, multi-day fastpacking use, and 100K races with power to spare. Ease of use and GPS accuracy are the next most praised traits; no notable criticism appears across the 14 notes.
- Worth noting
- Notes span 3–4+ years of ownership with no durability complaints, suggesting solid longevity. Customer service is called out positively in one note, but the sample is otherwise one-sided toward praise.
Gunnar Barrera's review
Amazing battery life and very easy to use.
Recommended by Gunnar Barrera, Trail and Mountain Runner
Frequently asked questions
Who is the COROS APEX 2 Pro for?
Endurance athletes and trail runners who need multi-day or 100K+ GPS battery life without daily charging. Also suits those who want a straightforward, no-frills training watch rather than a feature-heavy smartwatch.
What do experts say about the COROS APEX 2 Pro?
Battery life dominates every note — hosts consistently cite weekly charging, multi-day fastpacking use, and 100K races with power to spare. Ease of use and GPS accuracy are the next most praised traits; no notable criticism appears across the 14 notes.
What should you know before buying the COROS APEX 2 Pro?
Notes span 3–4+ years of ownership with no durability complaints, suggesting solid longevity. Customer service is called out positively in one note, but the sample is otherwise one-sided toward praise.
What does Gunnar Barrera say about the COROS APEX 2 Pro?
Amazing battery life and very easy to use.
Why does Gunnar Barrera recommend COROS?
Gunnar Barrera recommends the COROS COROS APEX 2 Pro for running watches. Amazing battery life and very easy to use.
Is the COROS APEX 2 Pro a good running watche?
Yes — Gunnar Barrera recommends the COROS APEX 2 Pro by COROS as their running watches pick. Amazing battery life and very easy to use.
Is the COROS APEX 2 Pro good for long distance?
Gunnar Barrera recommends it for long efforts: Amazing battery life and very easy to use.
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What other hosts are saying
13 experts recommend the COROS APEX 2 Pro.
I've had my coros apex 2 for the last 3 years-I'd say it really shines in it's battery life and GPS functioning. There's a lot of bells & whistles with gadgets nowadays, I've enjoyed just having a watch that's got the necessities for everyday training and features to handle the occasional bigger, longer day in the mountains.
Recommended in Broken Arrow
I've had this watch for several years and am continually impressed by the battery life. I've taken it on multi-day fastpacking trips with GPS on for most of the day, and it has never let me down. It's simple to use, doesn't overwhelm you with unnecessary data, and the activity screens are completely customizable.
Recommended in Broken Arrow Ascent
Robyn Lesh, Pro Trail Running Athlete
I've been using my Apex 2 since early 2023. Still going strong!
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Shelby Farrell, Athlete. Marketing Professional. Cat Mom.
The COROS battery life is unbeatable.
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Klaire Rhodes, Professional Trail/Mountain Runner
The watch that has carried me through every training run and race for over 4 years!
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Amazing battery life and a handy GPS feature keeps me up-to-date on my run statistics and feel safe knowing I have access to a map in the most remote regions.
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Grant Barnette, Professional Trail Runner/Coach
With the style of endurance I do. I need a watch that guarantees endless battery life and all the stats pertaining to the activity.
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Maggie Perkins, Runner and Professional Wildflower Admirer
As an ADHD girly, remembering to charge my watch is not a strength, but with this guy, I only need to have watch charging on my list once a week. Gamechanger.
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Decerry Donato, Trail & Portrait Photographer
I love my COROS watch! Not only is it super light weight, but it tracks all of my miles while I’m out exploring and shooting on the trails. I’m glad that I don’t have to charge it daily like my old Apple Watch. The battery life lasts so long and I charge it once a week.
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Lara Hamilton, Mountain Athlete | Olympian | Coach & Creative
Coros watches have great layouts/user interface, do an awesome job with battery life, and the stats you can gather at a high accuracy rate (thanks HR monitor!) are awesome.
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Battery life is the whole reason I switched. A 100K with GPS on and plenty to spare.
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Katie O'Connor, Ultra Trail Runner | Run Coach | Lover of all things RUNNING
Best Watch, hands down! Switch to COROS and you will never go back! Durable, incredible battery life, easy to use, great design, I could go on forever. The ONLY watch I use!
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