COROS Apex 2 vs COROS Apex 2 Pro: Key Differences

If you're choosing between the COROS Apex 2 and the COROS Apex 2 Pro, it’s important to know how they compare.

While both are premium multi-sport GPS watches designed for outdoor and endurance athletes, there are a few crucial differences in battery life, GPS accuracy, and build quality.

Let’s break them down:


1. GPS Accuracy & Satellite Tracking

  • Apex 2 Pro: Dual-frequency GPS (L1 + L5) for more accurate tracking, especially in dense forests, mountains, or urban areas with high-rise buildings.
  • Apex 2: Single-frequency GPS (L1 only), which is still accurate but not as advanced in challenging environments.

🛰 Verdict: If you do mountain trekking, ultra running, or backcountry navigation, the Apex 2 Pro’s dual-frequency GPS is a major upgrade.


2. Battery Life

  • Apex 2 Pro:
    • 75 hours in standard GPS mode
    • 45 hours in All-Systems mode
    • 30 days in regular smartwatch mode
  • Apex 2:
    • 45 hours in standard GPS mode
    • 30 hours in All-Systems mode
    • 17 days in regular smartwatch mode

🔋 Verdict: The Apex 2 Pro lasts significantly longer, making it ideal for ultra races, long expeditions, and multi-day adventures.


3. Screen Size & Resolution

  • Apex 2 Pro: 1.3-inch screen (260 × 260 resolution)
  • Apex 2: 1.2-inch screen (240 × 240 resolution)

📱 Verdict: A slight difference, but the Apex 2 Pro has a bigger, sharper display, making it easier to read on the go.


4. Storage & Offline Maps

  • Apex 2 Pro: 32GB storage (for more maps, GPX files, and music)
  • Apex 2: 8GB storage (limited space for maps and data)

🗺 Verdict: The Apex 2 Pro is better for storing offline maps and GPX routes, useful for multi-day hikes and ultra-marathons.


 

Coros Apex 2 vs Coros Apex 2 Pro: Key Differences

Feature

Coros Apex 2

Coros Apex 2 Pro

Price

£345.00

£445.00

Screen Size

1.2" (240x240)

1.3" (260x260)

Bezel Material

Titanium Alloy

Titanium Grade 5

Weight

53g (with band)

66g (with band)

Battery Life (GPS Mode)

Up to 45 hours

Up to 75 hours

Dual Frequency GPS

No

Yes

Internal Storage

8GB

32GB

ECG Sensor & HRV Tracking

Yes

Yes

Sapphire Glass Display

Yes

Yes

Water Resistance

5ATM (50m)

5ATM (50m)

Music Storage

Yes

Yes

Map Storage

Yes

Yes

 

Further reading

1. Coros GPS Watches - your questions answered

2. Coros Apex 2

3. Coros Apex 2 Pro