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The COROS APEX 4 is a GPS watch built for trail running, climbing and ski touring. It pairs a Grade 5 titanium bezel and sapphire glass with an always-on Memory-in-Pixel screen, global offline maps with turn-by-turn directions, and a speaker and microphone for calls and voice notes. COROS rates the 46mm model at up to 65 hours of All-Systems GPS and 24 days of daily use.
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Comparison
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Price
$429
The official list price to buy it.
Weight
64g
Grams on your wrist. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
24 days
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Price
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Battery life
Current list prices.
Case only, without a strap, as officially quoted.
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
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- If durability and water decides itApple Watch Ultra 4
Built tougher: WR100M, against 5 ATM here.
Quick answers
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How much does the COROS APEX 4 cost?
The 42mm model costs $429 and the 46mm model costs $479, sold at COROS.com and select retailers.
What is the difference between the 42mm and 46mm APEX 4?
The 46mm has a 1.3-inch screen and up to 65 hours of All-Systems GPS. The 42mm has a 1.2-inch screen and up to 41 hours. The 42mm costs $429 and the 46mm $479.
How long does the battery last?
On the 46mm, up to 65 hours of All-Systems GPS and 24 days of daily use. On the 42mm, up to 41 hours and 15 days. Playing offline music cuts GPS time to 17 hours on the 46mm and 11 hours on the 42mm.
At a glance
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Weight
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about COROS APEX 4
Top questions
How much does the COROS APEX 4 cost?
The 42mm model costs $429 and the 46mm model costs $479, sold at COROS.com and select retailers.
What is the difference between the 42mm and 46mm APEX 4?
The 46mm has a 1.3-inch screen and up to 65 hours of All-Systems GPS. The 42mm has a 1.2-inch screen and up to 41 hours. The 42mm costs $429 and the 46mm $479.
How long does the battery last?
On the 46mm, up to 65 hours of All-Systems GPS and 24 days of daily use. On the 42mm, up to 41 hours and 15 days. Playing offline music cuts GPS time to 17 hours on the 46mm and 11 hours on the 42mm.
Does it have offline maps?
Yes. Global topographic and landscape maps with street and trail names, plus turn-by-turn navigation and points of interest.
Can I take calls on the APEX 4?
Yes. It has a built-in speaker and microphone for hands-free calls, audible pace and turn alerts, and voice notes.
Is the APEX 4 waterproof?
It is rated 5 ATM. COROS says that suits surface water activities, not diving.
How much does it weigh?
The 46mm weighs 64g with the silicone band and 51g with the nylon band. The 42mm weighs 56g and 44g.
What is the APEX 4 made of?
A Grade 5 titanium alloy bezel, sapphire glass over the screen and a fiber reinforced polymer case.
What kind of screen does it have?
An always-on 3rd generation Memory-in-Pixel touch screen. The 46mm screen is 1.3 inches at 260 x 260 pixels.
How accurate is the GPS?
It uses an all-satellite dual-frequency chipset across GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou and QZSS, with a dual-range barometer for elevation.
Does a charging cable come in the box?
No. COROS says the USB-C charging cable is not included. A full charge takes less than 2 hours.
Does it track sleep and recovery?
Yes. It tracks HRV, SpO2, sleep and training load.
Does it sync with Strava and Apple Health?
Yes. It links to apps like Strava and Apple Health, shows calls and texts, and can control a camera.
Using it
What does it cost?
It costs $429. That is the list price.
Does it have GPS?
Yes, it has its own GPS. It works without your phone.
How big is the screen?
The screen measures 1.3 inches.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 64g.
What kind of screen is it?
It uses mip.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Grade 5 titanium bezel, fiber reinforced polymer case; 46.2 x 46.2 x 13.7mm or 42.6 x 42.6 x 14mm.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, you can shower and swim in it. It is rated to 5 ATM. It is not for scuba diving.
Price and models
Is there a newer one?
No. The COROS APEX 4 is the current model.