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Brunton TruArc 15 vs Garmin eTrex SE

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Brunton TruArc 15 is the lighter option — 117 g lighter than the Garmin eTrex SE (75% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Brunton TruArc 15 Garmin eTrex SE
Weight 40 g · 0.040 kg · 0.09 lb 157 g · 0.157 kg · 0.35 lb
Brand Brunton Garmin
Category Navigation Navigation
Brunton TruArc 15
40 g

Global needle compass. Works anywhere on Earth.

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Garmin eTrex SE
157 g

Rugged entry-level handheld GPS with up to 168-hour battery life in standard mode. Sunlight-readable display with reliable satellite reception for trail navigat...

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Brunton TruArc 15 vs Garmin eTrex SE: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Brunton TruArc 15 wins — at 40 g it is 117 g (75%) lighter than the Garmin eTrex SE (157 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.

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