Key Takeaways
1. Suunto updated its Race 2 and Vertical 2 smartwatches with software version 2.48.16.
2. New features include advanced running dynamics metrics: ground contact time and vertical oscillation.
3. The morning report feature has been improved, with unspecified enhancements.
4. A new notification feature reminds users to calibrate their treadmills, and an “All apps” option has been added.
5. The update rollout began on November 10th, and will download automatically through the Suunto app when the watch has at least 50% battery.
Suunto has made some updates to its Race 2 and Vertical 2 smartwatches. The Vertical 2 was introduced at the end of September 2025 and is designed for outdoor activities. The Race 2, which is the older model, received its last update in October to fix a bug related to heart rate monitoring.
New Features Added
The new software version, 2.48.16, introduces advanced running dynamics for both the Race 2 and Vertical 2 devices. These new features include ground contact time, which measures how long your foot stays on the ground with each step, and vertical oscillation, a metric that tracks the “bounce” in your step. You can find these metrics in the running log summary.
Improvements and Fixes
Additionally, Suunto claims it has enhanced the morning report feature, although there are no specifics on what has changed. A new notification feature has been added to remind users to calibrate their treadmills, and an “All apps” option is now included in the widget list. Furthermore, the company has addressed two issues related to battery drain and button lock.
Update Rollout Information
The rollout of the software version 2.48.16 started on November 10th, but it’s not clear when all users of the Suunto Race 2 and Vertical 2 will receive the update (curr. $599 at Amazon). The update will be sent through the Suunto app and will download automatically to your smartwatch overnight, as long as it has at least 50% battery left. Once the update is ready for you, it will be available for download via the Suunto app.
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