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
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