Polar Vantage M3: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Polar Vantage M3 is a sport watch released in 2024 that works with iPhone and Android. It lists Dual-band GNSS + maps, Gorilla Glass 3 and SpO2, HRV.
Specifications
| Release year | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Case size | 44 mm |
| Display | AMOLED |
| Battery as listed | Up to 7 days · 30 workout hours |
| Glass | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Case material | Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel |
| GPS type | Dual-band GNSS + maps |
| Offline maps | Yes |
| Operating system | PolarOS |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | None |
| Plan needed | None |
| Health sensors | SpO2, HRV, Skin temperature, ECG, Readiness score |
Who it fits
- Works with iPhone and Android.
- Lists dual-band GPS and offline maps, which suits running and hiking.
How it compares
Closest models from Polar
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polar Grit X2 Pro | 2024 | 48.6 mm | 10 days · 43 GPS hours (approx.) | 10ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| Polar Vantage V3 | 2023 | 47 mm | 12 days · 53 GPS hours (approx.) | 5ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| Polar Street X | 2026 | - | Up to 10 days · 43 GPS hours | - | Multi-system GNSS | iOS and Android |
Closest models from other brands
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suunto Race S | 2024 | 45 mm | Up to 13 days · up to 30 hours of best GPS (120 hours in saver mode) | 5ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| COROS PACE Pro | 2024 | 46 mm | Up to 20 days · 38 GPS hours | 5ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
| Amazfit T-Rex 3 | 2024 | 48.5 mm | Up to 27 days in regular mode · up to 40 days in saver mode | 10ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
Compared with Polar Grit X2 Pro, Polar Vantage M3 lists a smaller case (44 mm against 48.6 mm), Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel case material, where Polar Grit X2 Pro lists Titanium and Gorilla Glass 3 glass, where Polar Grit X2 Pro lists Sapphire.
Compared with Polar Vantage V3, Polar Vantage M3 lists a smaller case (44 mm against 47 mm), a newer release year (2024 against 2023) and Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel case material, where Polar Vantage V3 lists Aluminum/polymer.
Compared with Polar Street X, Polar Vantage M3 lists an older release year (2024 against 2026), Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel case material, where Polar Street X lists Reinforced polymer and offline maps, which Polar Street X does not list.
Compared with Suunto Race S, Polar Vantage M3 lists Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel case material, where Suunto Race S lists Glass-fiber reinforced polyamide + stainless steel bezel and Gorilla Glass 3 glass, where Suunto Race S lists Gorilla Glass.
Compared with COROS PACE Pro, Polar Vantage M3 lists Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel case material, where COROS PACE Pro lists Fiber-reinforced polymer.
Compared with Amazfit T-Rex 3, Polar Vantage M3 lists a smaller case (44 mm against 48.5 mm), Reinforced polymer + stainless-steel bezel case material, where Amazfit T-Rex 3 lists Stainless bezel, polymer frame and Gorilla Glass 3 glass, where Amazfit T-Rex 3 lists Gorilla Glass.
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Phone compatibility and plan
No plan is listed as needed.
Sensors and features are listed as the maker names them and are not medical measurements.
Related guides and lists
- Battery life explained
- Phone compatibility
- Water resistance ratings
- Sensors explained
- Polar smartwatches
- All models
Last verified September 26, 2026
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