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Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£570Screen size:1.30 inchBattery life:16 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 16 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 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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Score components

70%

8.6

Technical score

30%

8.8

Review score ( 9 · 7)

Review score 30% · 8.8 · based on 16 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 99% of smartwatches
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 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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Score components

24%

8.7

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

8.2

Battery

14%

7.8

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

6.3

Hardware

★Better than 97% of smartwatches
8.8

Review score

Review score
8.8/ 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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Grades by review (16)
9 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 7 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 6
✓ explicit
3
≈ estimated
3
Video reviews 6
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 99% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 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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Score components:

24%

8.7

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

8.2

Battery

14%

7.8

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

6.3

Hardware

8.6
Review score
Review score
8.8/ 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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Grades by review (16)
9 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 7 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 6
✓ explicit
3
≈ estimated
3
Video reviews 6
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 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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Popularity:
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a popularity of 7.2 points, which is higher than 60.5% of smartwatches.
7.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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
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Score components:

60%

8.6

Overall score

40%

7.5

Price

8.3
Brand name
Garmin
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
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
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
16 days
Battery life
16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 16 days which is longer than that of 89.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Up to 6 days with always-on.
Battery life in training mode
42 h
Battery life in training mode
42 h
This smartwatch lasts 42 h in training mode which is longer than 87.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
42 h
Battery life with GPS on
42 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.
Up to 30 hours with always-on.
Battery power
300 mAh
Battery power
300 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 300 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 44.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 6.7% of smartwatches.
Charge time
105 min
Charge time
105 min
This smartwatch charges in 105 min which is faster than 59.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 2.3% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 105 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
Operating system
Garmin OS
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
ended
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.3 inch
Screen size
1.3 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.3 inch which is smaller than the screens of 66.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 11.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
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
416x 416
Resolution
416x 416
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 416x416 which is higher than that of 74.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
453 ppi
Pixel density
453 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 453 ppi which is higher than that of 75.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 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
?
Processor model
?
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
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
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 47mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • 9 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    16 days
    This smartwatch offers 16 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 6 days with always-on.
    16 days vs 7 days
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    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
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    Up to 30 hours with always-on.
    42 h vs 20 h
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 22.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    42 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    42 h vs 19.25 h
  • 10.5% better value for money
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.3 vs 7.5).
    8.3 vs 7.52
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    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
    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
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    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
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    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.
  • 9 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    16 days
    This smartwatch offers 16 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 6 days with always-on.
    16 days vs 7 days
  • 22 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    42 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    Up to 30 hours with always-on.
    42 h vs 20 h
  • 22.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    42 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    42 h vs 19.25 h
  • 15 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    105 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (105 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 105 minutes.
    105 min vs 120 min
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    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
    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
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • Better case material
    Case material
    titanium, fiber-reinforced polymer
    This smartwatch uses titanium, fiber-reinforced polymer for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    titanium, fiber-reinforced polymer vs polycarbonate
  • 50 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    100 m
    This smartwatch has a deeper waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (100 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    100 m vs 50 m
  • 127 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    453 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (453 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    453 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    416 x 416
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 416x416, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    416x416 vs 352x430
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    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
    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
    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
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    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
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    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 call answering
    Call answering
    no
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    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
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • 33 g heavier weight
    Weight
    78.0 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (78 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    78.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.9 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.50 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 4.38x more expensive
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£570 vs £130).
    £570 vs £130
  • 4.38x more expensive
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£570 vs £130).
    £570 vs £130
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 33 g heavier weight
    Weight
    78.0 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (78 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    78.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.9 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.50 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.5 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.50 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.30 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 5 mm wider watch width
    Width
    47.0 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 2 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.0 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    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
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    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
    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
    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
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

9.0
ScottTalksTech
≈ estimated
03/08/2025
Long-term test · two years of daily use
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm is not perfect, but it is still worn every day after two years, with excellent battery life and tracking.
8.0
HHC Reviews
≈ estimated
06/01/2024
Hands-on review · size, fit and battery life
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm is big and tall, but its large screen and long battery make it worth it for many buyers.
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 9 · 7

Reviewers praise the pinpoint GPS and rich training data, but it's complex to learn and opinions on battery life differ.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
13/07/2023
Hands-on review · Sports watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro is a solid all-round sports watch, but Epix owners gain little beyond a flashlight and a 42mm size.
7.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
31/05/2023
Hands-on test · Sports watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro is a modest refresh; its new Endurance and Hill scores still need work, so Epix (Gen 2) owners have little reason to upgrade.
9.5
treelinereview.com
≈ estimated
20/06/2024
Long-term review · Outdoor GPS watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro suits hikers, with a bright AMOLED screen and strong map navigation, though multiband GPS drains its battery fast.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Hands-on review · Endurance watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro suits serious endurance athletes, with new Hill and Endurance scores, though its screen refresh trails Apple and Samsung.
10
coachweb.com
✓ explicit
03/07/2023
Hands-on test · AMOLED sports watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro is a capable sports watch with an AMOLED screen; its 51mm model lasts 31 days in watch mode but is bulky on the wrist.
8.4
imtest.de
✓ explicit
24/02/2026
Hands-on test · Outdoor smartwatch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro refines the Epix with a more accurate wrist heart rate sensor and a handy flashlight, but offers more polish than real new features.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
22/08/2023
Hands-on test · Outdoor sports watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro keeps the Epix design and adds a flashlight and a new heart sensor, suiting outdoor users who want an AMOLED screen without solar charging.
10
sport-passion.fr
✓ explicit
22/04/2024
Long-term test · Outdoor sports watch
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro suits athletes who want a good AMOLED screen, routable world maps and precise GPS and heart rate tracking.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm

  • Stunning 1.3-inch AMOLED touchscreen with vibrant colours and deep blacks
  • Excellent battery life for an AMOLED watch, reaching up to 16 days in smartwatch mode
  • Highly accurate multi-band GNSS tracking even in challenging environments
  • Premium build quality featuring durable materials like titanium and sapphire glass
  • Highly functional built-in LED flashlight with multiple modes (strobe, red light)
  • Vibrant and detailed topographical maps that are easy to navigate via touchscreen

What we don't like about Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm

  • High price point that makes it hard to justify over similar models like the Fenix 7 or Forerunner 965
  • Physical size can feel bulky or heavy on smaller wrists
  • Always-on display (AOD) mode significantly reduces battery life to about 6 days
  • Limited 'true' smartwatch features compared to competitors, such as lack of a microphone for calls
  • Garmin Pay has limited bank support in some regions like the UK
  • Optical heart rate sensor can lag or show inaccuracy during high-intensity cycling or erratic activities

Verdict

The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm is a high-performance multisport smartwatch featuring a vibrant 1.3-inch AMOLED touchscreen display with a 416 x 416 resolution, housed in a rugged 47mm fibre-reinforced polymer case with a titanium or stainless steel bezel. Key characteristics include an integrated LED flashlight, multi-band GNSS with SatIQ technology for superior positioning accuracy, and a 10 ATM water resistance rating. It offers up to 16 days of battery life in smartwatch mode (6 days with always-on display) and provides advanced training metrics such as Hill Score, Endurance Score, and real-time stamina tracking. Pros include its exceptionally clear and bright display, a highly accurate heart rate sensor, and the convenience of built-in topographic maps. However, notable cons include its high price point, the lack of solar charging found in the Fenix series, and a relatively bulky design that some users find heavy for sleep tracking.

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