COROS W522 Gps Watch
- GPS Watch
- Black
- 1.5 ounces
- More reviewed than 71%
Worth a look for its light 42 gram build if you already trust the COROS line for GPS training, but check the full spec sheet for battery and sensor details before buying.
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How it ranks among the 79 gps watches we track
4.3★ across 276 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
276 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 79 gps watches we track - how the scorecard works · full gps watches data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The COROS W522 is a GPS sports watch weighing 42 grams in black, built by a brand that focuses on running and multisport training devices rather than general smartwatches.
The listing here only confirms weight and color, so any claim about screen size, battery life or sensors beyond what COROS is broadly known for would be guessing. What stands out on paper is how light it is at 42 grams, notably lighter than most GPS watches with metal cases.
- 42 gram item weight
- Black case color
- Model W522
- GPS sports watch category
Who it's for
Aimed at runners or multisport athletes who want a dedicated GPS training watch rather than a phone-notification-first smartwatch. Not the pick for someone shopping mainly on app ecosystem or smartwatch features, since none of that is documented in this listing.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light 42 gram build
- From a brand built around GPS training watches
- Listing specifies only weight and color
- No battery life or sensor detail provided here
Performance notes
At 42 grams the W522 sits toward the light end for a GPS sports watch, which matters most on long runs where wrist weight adds up over hours. Beyond weight and the black case color, the listing does not specify screen, battery or sensor details.
Specifications
| Brand | COROS |
|---|---|
| Model | W522 |
| Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 1.5 ounces |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in gps watches.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| COROS W522 Gps WatchThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 276 | 3.5 / 5 |
| Garmin 010-02562-00 Gps WatchGarmin | 4.5 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Optimus 3.0 GPS TrackerOptimus | 4.3 / 5 | 1,600 | 4.2 / 5 |
| SUUNTO SS050808 Gps WatchSUUNTO | 4.2 / 5 | 798 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Lonestar Wireless Gps WatchLonestar | 4.4 / 5 | 252 | 3.9 / 5 |
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Questions about the COROS W522
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much does the COROS W522 weigh
42 grams, according to the listed item weight.
What color is the W522 available in
Black is the color shown in this listing.
Is the COROS W522 a smartwatch or a sports watch
It is categorized as a GPS watch for fitness and exercise, in line with COROS's focus on training devices.