The Coros Pace Pro Running Watch Makes Me Feel Like Iâve Got a Coach (and Navigator) Right on My Wrist
Overall, running is a pretty low-tech sport—all you really need is a good pair of shoes. But there’s one piece of gear that many runners completely geek out over: the watch.
Today’s top GPS running watches can give athletes all kinds of data about their training, from heart rate and stride length to VO2 max estimates and race predictions. “It can be one way to track your fitness improvement if you’re someone who likes data,” says Chicago-based running coach Amanda Wagner.
One of the most popular brands today is Coros. It’s only been around for 10 years, which makes it fairly new compared to long-standing brands like Garmin and Suunto. But it’s quickly gained traction among runners.
“It’s known to be a powerhouse running watch brand at a really great price point,” Wagner says. “It’s known to be accurate and connect fast to GPS.” It’s also got a reputation for offering exceptional battery life, making it particularly attractive among ultra endurance athletes who want a tracker that lasts as long as they do.
The brand’s latest launch is the Coros Pace Pro. It updates the older Pace 3 with a bright AMOLED screen, longer-lasting battery life, downloadable offline maps, and a faster processor (so that it’s more responsive as you’re tapping around). Plus, it’s got eight times the storage capacity. At $349, it’s priced in the midrange of running watches—not the most budget-friendly, but also not the highest top-of-the-line luxury option.
