Garmin Enduro 3 vs Suunto MC-2 Compass
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
GPS multisport watch with solar charging and up to 36-day battery life. Topographic maps, altimeter, barometer, and compass for backcountry navigation.
Full details →Mirrored compass with liquid-filled capsule. Best for thru-hikers needing accurate bearing with sighting mirror.
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Garmin Enduro 3 vs Suunto MC-2 Compass: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Garmin Enduro 3 wins — at 63 g it is 8 g (11%) lighter than the Suunto MC-2 Compass (71 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.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest navigation page, or browse the full gear weight database.