
COROS Pace 4
Best value running watch at $249 with dual-frequency GPS accuracy rivaling $500+ competitors. Ultralight at 32 grams with 41-hour GPS battery.
Our Verdict
Best value running watch at $249 with dual-frequency GPS accuracy rivaling $500+ competitors. At 32 grams with 41-hour GPS battery, it delivers exceptional performance for half the price of premium alternatives.
Score Breakdown
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- •Exceptional GPS accuracy
- •Only 32 grams
- •41-hour GPS battery
- •Effort Pace and running dynamics
- •Voice Pins for workout notes
- •Full EvoLab training suite
✗ Cons
- •No offline maps (breadcrumb only)
- •No music storage
- •Limited third-party apps
Specifications
| Display | MIP |
| Battery | 17 days / 41hr GPS |
| Water Resistance | 50m |
| GPS | Dual-frequency |
| Weight | 32g |
| Health | Heart rate, SpO2 |
Who Is This For?
Best For
- ✓Value-conscious runners
- ✓Ultralight preference
- ✓Long-distance athletes
Not For
- ✗Those needing music storage
- ✗Navigation-heavy users
- ✗Smartwatch feature seekers
Where to Buy
Appears In
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Ranked #2
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