Suunto launches the Vertical 2, an advanced adventure watch designed for the most demanding expeditions and the everyday journeys in between. Building on the trusted strengths of the Suunto Vertical family, the new model features a redesigned optical heart rate sensor for a new level of wrist-based measurement accuracy, a larger and brighter AMOLED display for exceptional clarity in all conditions, an upgraded processor for faster and smoother operation, and a built-in LED flashlight for safety and convenience when the daylight fades – all while retaining the exceptional battery life, advanced navigation tools, and rugged design the Vertical series is trusted for.
Adventure, redefined for Malaysian explorers
As Malaysia’s spirit of adventure continues to grow, more people are seeking ways to explore the outdoors. The Suunto Vertical 2 steps in as the perfect tool for those driven by discovery, empowering every journey with precision, endurance, and confidence.
The watch’s free offline maps, multi-band GPS, and weather alerts make it ideal for Malaysia’s unpredictable tropical conditions, while its outstanding durability ensures reliability in heat, humidity, and rain. Whether trekking through the Taman Negara rainforest, training in the city, or setting off on international expeditions, Suunto Vertical 2 keeps adventurers connected and confident in every environment.
Built for the highest peaks, remote trails, and everyday adventures the new Suunto Vertical 2 introduces significant upgrades designed to elevate performance in the field. These innovations enhance what the Vertical series is already known for: ultimate battery life, advanced navigation tools, and a durable, tough design that thrives in demanding environments. Vertical 2 is engineered to be a reliable companion for explorers, adventurers, and dedicated outdoor enthusiasts, performing confidently across sports, daily life and the most challenging expeditions.
A legacy forged in exploration
Suunto’s story began in 1936, when Finnish inventor Tuomas Vohlonen created a groundbreaking field compass that redefined navigational accuracy. This innovation became the foundation for nearly a century of tools built for harsh conditions and ambitious journeys. From pioneering dive computers to high-altitude wrist altimeters and today’s GPS watches, Suunto has remained committed to supporting those who push the limits of exploration.
The Suunto Vertical 2 is the new generation of Suunto’s ultimate outdoor technology, offering endurance and performance in one. The completely redesigned optical heart rate sensor enables more accurate wrist-based measurements, supporting training, recovery, and health tracking in all conditions. A new processor and expanded memory make the interface faster, smoother, and ready for future updates. The industry-leading battery life of the Vertical 2 delivers up to 65 hours of GPS tracking in its most accurate dual-band mode and up to 20 days of smartwatch use.
Navigation designed for the outdoors – Built for Malaysian Explorers
With Malaysia’s outdoor culture growing rapidly, from weekend hikers ascending to divers exploring, and trail runners conquering, the Suunto Vertical 2 arrives as a powerful companion for the country’s diverse landscapes.
The watch’s free detailed offline maps available both on the watch and in the Suunto app, including contour lines, paths, and terrain features, make it ideal for Malaysia’s unpredictable tropical conditions, allowing explorers to stay on track even in areas with limited connectivity. Its multi-band GPS and weather alerts further ensure accuracy and safety, while the watch’s outstanding durability provides reliability under heat, humidity, and rain.
In addition, Suunto’s Climb Guidance feature helps users prepare for and navigate hilly or mountainous terrain which is perfect for Malaysia’s highlands by providing real-time elevation profiles, color-coded route sections, and advance notifications of climbs and descents.
Features designed with a deep understanding of user needs, from extreme expeditions to everyday training such as Quick Start Navigation, which enables route changes on the move without interrupting activity tracking, make the Suunto Vertical 2 a truly smart and adaptable adventure companion for Malaysian explorers at every level.
Bright display and rugged design
The new 1.5” AMOLED display with 466×466 resolution delivers exceptional visibility even under Malaysia’s strong sunlight, ensuring maps and metrics remain clear in any environment. The rugged design, available in steel or titanium, is built for durability and long days in the field. Three side buttons ensure easy operation in all weather, even when wearing gloves.
A practical addition for outdoor use, the integrated LED flashlight in the bezel offers adjustable brightness, a red-light mode for night vision, and safety functions such as SOS and pulse modes, providing light when it is needed most, whether in a tent, on a trail, or during an emergency.
Comprehensive support for training and everyday life
With 115 sport modes, advanced training analytics, weather alerts, altitude data, and sunrise and sunset times, Vertical 2 adapts to a wide range of sports and environments. Health monitoring and smart features extend its functionality beyond expeditions into everyday use, while seamless integration with the Suunto app and over 300 partner services expand its capabilities even further. The watch is also constantly improved with regular software updates, and additional features and functionalities available through the SuuntoPlus Store.
The Suunto Vertical 2 is available in four stainless steel variants: black, pine green, arctic gray, canyon, and two titanium variants in black and sage. By combining breakthrough updates with the proven strengths of the Vertical family, the Vertical 2 supports adventures of every scale – from dream adventures to the everyday journeys of Malaysia explorers.
Tested by adventurers
Every Suunto product is rigorously tested by athletes and adventurers from around the globe to ensure reliability in the most demanding environments. In July 2025, Suunto invited six lucky winners on a dream adventure in the wilderness of Finnish Lapland. Over several days, participants trekked across rugged fells, paddled through wild waterways, and navigated under the glow of the midnight sun, all while testing the new Suunto Vertical 2 in real-world conditions.
Leading the group were Suunto athletes and professional adventurers Greg Hill and Jenny Tough, both with years of experience using the original Vertical in some of the planet’s toughest environments – and now among the first to put the Vertical 2 through its paces.
“To me, adventure starts in the mind. It’s a question of ‘what if,’ what’s possible? It’s about exploration, searching for personal potential, and living life to the fullest – exploring both yourself and the natural world. I’ve used the original Suunto Vertical for years, relying on its durability and reliability in all conditions. With the Vertical 2, the improved optical heart rate tracking, brighter display, and new features bring even greater confidence that it will keep up with any challenge,” says Hill.
For Jenny Tough, preparation is just as important as the journey itself. “The adventures I take on can last days or even weeks, so tracking different aspects of my training, recovery, and wellbeing is crucial. The Suunto Vertical 2 gives me the all-around insight I need, from detailed performance metrics to navigation tools and exceptional battery life, helping me stay ready for whatever comes next, whether that’s a dream adventure or the everyday training that gets me there,” says Tough.
From the first precision compasses, Suunto’s heritage is built on enabling exploration. Vertical 2 is there to empower a new generation of adventurers to push boundaries, from the highest peaks to the daily journeys in between.
Pricing and Availability in Malaysia:
The all-new Suunto Vertical 2, crafted in Stainless Steel and Titanium and priced at RM 2,999 & RM 3,499 respectively, will be available from 3rd November at all official and authorized Suunto stores as below.
Official stores:
Shopee: https://shopee.com.my/suuntomalaysia
TikTok: https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSy1LxeCU/?page=TikTokShop
Lazada: https://www.lazada.com.my/shop/suunto-malaysia
Authorized stores:
Suunto Official Store (IOI City Mall, Putrajaya), Solar Time, Y sandal , LM sport , Syscom , I-store etc.
More retail locations details can be found in Suunto Malaysia Official Website.
