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Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£840Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:10 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Technical score

30%

8.6

Review score ( 7 · 3)

Review score 30% · 8.6 · based on 10 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 1 more review is not scored yet.
★Better than 95% of smartwatches
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

24%

8.7

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.6

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

5.6

Hardware

★Better than 93% of smartwatches
8.6

Review score

Review score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (10)
7 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
1

16.1%

8.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
3

12.9%

9.0

treelinereview.com

12.9%

8.0

wareable.com

6.5%

9.0

coachweb.com

Video reviews 2

6.5%

9.0

Elizabeth Harry Gavendova

6.5%

6.0

The Quantified Scientist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 96% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

24%

8.7

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.6

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

5.6

Hardware

8.3
Review score
Review score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (10)
7 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
1

16.1%

8.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
3

12.9%

9.0

treelinereview.com

12.9%

8.0

wareable.com

6.5%

9.0

coachweb.com

Video reviews 2

6.5%

9.0

Elizabeth Harry Gavendova

6.5%

6.0

The Quantified Scientist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Popularity:
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm has a popularity of 5.7 points, which is lower than 53.1% of smartwatches.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

6.1

Price

7.7
Brand name
Garmin
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
10 days
Battery life
10 days
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 10 days which is longer than that of 63.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Up to 4 days with always-on.
Battery life in training mode
28 h
Battery life in training mode
28 h
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 28 h in training mode which is longer than 69.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
20 with always-on.
Battery life with GPS on
42 h
Battery life with GPS on
42 h
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 42 h with GPS on which is longer than 88.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.9% of smartwatches.
42 (with gps only, always-on.
Battery power
273 mAh
Battery power
273 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 273 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 63.8% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.6% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 7,200 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
Operating system
Garmin OS
â–² Better than 71% of models
This smartwatch runs Garmin OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 71.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 7.7% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Built-in multi-band GPS/GNSS support is available.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.2 inch
Screen size
1.2 inch
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
390x 390
Resolution
390x 390
â–² Better than 61% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 390x390 which is higher than that of 60.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Pixel density
460 ppi
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 79.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.2 GHz
CPU speed
0.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.2 GHz which is slower than that in 78% of smartwatches and equal to that in 5.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • 22 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    42 h
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    42 (with gps only, always-on.
    42 h vs 20 h
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
    Perspiration tracking may be estimated from activity data in companion apps.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Supports course sync and route guidance via Garmin Connect / Garmin Explore.
  • 22 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    42 h
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    42 (with gps only, always-on.
    42 h vs 20 h
  • 3 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    10 days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 10 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 4 days with always-on.
    10 days vs 7 days
  • 8.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    28 h
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (28 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    20 with always-on.
    28 h vs 19.25 h
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 134 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    460 ppi
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (460 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    paired phone required
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    May 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 18 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    63.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.5 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.10 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.1 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.10 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 6.46x more expensive
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£840 vs £130).
    £840 vs £130
  • 27 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    273 mAh days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (273 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 4 days with always-on.
    273 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 18 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    63.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.5 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.10 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.1 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.10 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No camera remote
    Camera remote control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.6% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • Slower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    0.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.2 GHz vs 1 GHz

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Elizabeth Harry Gavendova
≈ estimated
17/11/2024
Long-term test · three months of hiking and daily use
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm is a solid all-round sports watch with impressive battery life, but it has no phone calls and its sleep data felt unclear.
9.0
Elizabeth Harry Gavendova
≈ estimated
17/11/2024
Long-term test · three months of hiking and daily use
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm is a solid all-round sports watch with impressive battery life, but it has no phone calls and its sleep data felt unclear.
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Accurate GPS wins praise, along with decent maps and battery, but solar charging and sleep tracking leave reviewers underwhelmed.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
treelinereview.com
≈ estimated
28/06/2024
Long-term review · Outdoor watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is a bright watch with strong offline maps, but it takes time to learn and lacks a backpacking mode.
8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Hands-on review · Mid-generation upgrade
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) adds new sizes, a flashlight and a slightly better heart rate sensor, though sibling models make the choice harder.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Field review · Outdoor multisport watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) suits people with many outdoor hobbies, thanks to its bright screen and maps, but its phone link is weaker than Apple's.
9.0
coachweb.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Two-week test · Multisport watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) suits multisport athletes who want a 42mm or 51mm option, though the 42mm model has the shortest battery life.
10
navigation-professionell.de
✓ explicit
10/10/2023
Personal test · Outdoor watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro is a top-tier multisport watch with a bright AMOLED screen and very accurate GPS, though the 51mm model is heavy on the wrist.
10
sport-passion.fr
✓ explicit
22/04/2024
Long-term test · Multisport watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro is a sturdy multisport watch with a smooth touchscreen and worldwide maps, built for trail, hiking and triathlon.
7.0
carrerasdemontana.com
≈ estimated
28/07/2023
Feature review · Multisport watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro is a stylish multisport watch whose always-on AMOLED screen and up to 31 days in smartwatch mode suit everyday wear.

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What we like about Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 42mm

  • Vibrant, high-resolution AMOLED touchscreen that remains readable in direct sunlight.
  • Smaller 42mm profile is specifically praised for providing a better fit on smaller wrists.
  • Exceptional GPS accuracy and reliability using multi-band GNSS technology.
  • Highly durable build quality featuring premium materials like titanium and sapphire glass.
  • Integrated LED flashlight is cited as a surprisingly useful and practical addition.
  • Comprehensive health and fitness tracking, including advanced metrics like Training Readiness and Body Battery.

Verdict

The Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) 42mm is a high-performance multisport smartwatch featuring a vibrant 1.2-inch AMOLED touchscreen, a rugged fibre-reinforced polymer case with a titanium bezel, and a built-in LED flashlight with variable intensities. Designed for smaller wrists, it offers 32 GB of storage, 10 ATM water resistance, and the advanced Elevate Gen 5 heart rate sensor alongside multi-band GNSS with SatIQ technology for superior positioning. Its primary pros include exceptional display clarity, highly accurate GPS tracking, and a comprehensive suite of health and training metrics like Hill Score and Endurance Score. However, notable cons include a shorter battery life compared to larger models (up to 10 days in smartwatch mode and 4 days always-on), a high price point, and the lack of solar charging or LTE connectivity.

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