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Suunto MC-2 vs Suunto MC-2 Compass

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

Suunto MC-2 Compass is the lighter option — 4 g lighter than the Suunto MC-2 (5% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
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Spec Suunto MC-2 Suunto MC-2 Compass
Weight 75 g · 0.075 kg · 0.17 lb 71 g · 0.071 kg · 0.16 lb
Brand Suunto Suunto
Category Navigation Navigation
Suunto MC-2
75 g

Mirror sighting compass with declination adjustment and clinometer for precise backcountry navigation.

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Suunto MC-2 Compass
71 g

Mirrored compass with liquid-filled capsule. Best for thru-hikers needing accurate bearing with sighting mirror.

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Suunto MC-2 vs Suunto MC-2 Compass: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Suunto MC-2 Compass wins — at 71 g it is 4 g (5%) lighter than the Suunto MC-2 (75 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.

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