Coros Dura 2 Solar Doubles Price for Premium Build and 120-Hour Battery

Key points

• The Dura 2 Solar costs $499 alone or $549 with a mount, compared to the original’s $250 price tag.
• It retains a claimed 120-hour battery life, with solar charging adding up to two hours per hour of riding.
• The device features a 3.5-inch MIP display, carbon-alloy build, and weighs 99-100 grams.
• The solar panel has moved from above the screen to below it, sharing space with haptic buttons.
• The original rotating dial has been replaced by two physical side buttons and haptic touch controls.

Background

The original Coros Dura launched two years ago as an affordable alternative to premium GPS computers, gaining popularity for its exceptional battery life and simple interface. It established Coros as a viable competitor in the cycling tech market despite the brand’s limited prior presence in cycling.

How outlets are covering it

Bikepacking.com and BikeRadar praise the Dura 2’s improved screen, faster processing, and sleek design but criticize the significant price increase and the loss of the affordable option. BikeRadar notes the new haptic buttons are less responsive than the touchscreen, while Bikepacking.com worries the relocated solar panel may be shaded by the rider. ZDNET highlights the device’s reliability for daily commuting and its integration with AI tools for ride analysis, though it notes the mount is not included in the base price. Pinkbike emphasizes the 120-hour battery life and the solar panel’s dual function as a haptic control surface.

Why it matters

The Dura 2 Solar signals Coros’s shift from a budget-focused strategy to a premium market position. This move tests whether cyclists will pay double for incremental improvements over the original’s already strong performance, potentially setting a new price benchmark for solar-powered cycling computers.

What to watch

Coros plans to release firmware updates adding left-button customization, voice notes, power-curve charts, and tire-pressure-monitoring support. Long-term testing will determine if the relocated solar panel maintains the claimed battery performance in varied lighting conditions.