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

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  • Avg. price: ~£570
  • Screen size: 1.30 inch
  • Battery life: 16 day/s
  • Display type: AMOLED

Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

8.4

Technical Score

10.0%

7.4

User score

Excellent
8.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

8.7

Health

21.0%

9.9

Fitness

16.0%

7.6

Battery

14.0%

7.8

Smart features

12.0%

8.5

Connectivity

9.0%

7.7

Display & Design

4.0%

6.3

Hardware

Excellent
7.4

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

4.6

Popularity

User score:
amazon
4.3
(115)

(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

Very good

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    8.7

    Health

    21.0%

    9.9

    Fitness

    16.0%

    7.6

    Battery

    14.0%

    7.8

    Smart features

    12.0%

    8.5

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    7.7

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    6.3

    Hardware

    8.4
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a technical score of 8.44 points, which is higher than 95.5% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    8.6

    User reviews

    30.0%

    4.6

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    4.3
    (115)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    7.4
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a user score of 7.41 points, which is lower than 77% of smartwatches.
    Popularity
    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.
    4.6
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a popularity of 4.6 points, which is higher than 58.6% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    8.3

    Overall score

    40.0%

    7.5

    Price

    8.1
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 78% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Garmin
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm includes a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm includes a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    16 day/s
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm offers a battery life of 16 day/s 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
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    42 h
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm lasts 42 h in training mode which is longer than 85.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    42 h
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm 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
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    300 mAh
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a battery capacity of 300 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 44.6% of smartwatches and equal to those in 6.6% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

    105 min
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm charges in 105 min which is faster than 58.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 2.2% of smartwatches.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 105 minutes.
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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Garmin OS
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm 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
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Software support appears ended or discontinued.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    ?
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm supports Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm includes a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.30 inch
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a screen size of 1.30 inch which is smaller than the screens of 66.6% of smartwatches and equal to those of 11.4% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMOLED
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 48.8% of smartwatches and the same as that of 51.3% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    416 x 416
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a display resolution of 416 x 416 which is higher than that of 74.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.1% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    453 ppi
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has a pixel density of 453 ppi which is higher than that of 75.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

    1,000 nits
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm reaches 1000 nits nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    ?
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    ?
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    2 GB
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 67.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 16.5% of smartwatches.
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    32 GB
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% of smartwatches.
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 47mm 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

    • Has ECG
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
      What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    • 9 day/s longer battery life
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm offers 16 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      Up to 6 days with always-on.
      What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=7 days

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm offers 16 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.16 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • 28 GB more storage
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
      What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
      When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=8 GB

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm 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
    • Has NFC
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
      What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
      When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has temperature sensor
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
      What it is: A sensor that records skin or wrist temperature changes and longer-term trends.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    • Has HRV tracking
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
      What it is: Measurement of heart-rate variability, the change in timing between heartbeats.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    • Includes crash detection
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
      What it is: Detection of severe impacts or crashes that can trigger emergency workflows.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
      paired phone required
      What it is: An emergency feature that can contact help or alert trusted people from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • Has ECG
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    • Has temperature sensor
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    • Has HRV tracking
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    • Has readiness score
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 18.4% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Has sweat tracking
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 11% of smartwatches track perspiration.
    • Has weight tracking
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Has multi-sport mode
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
    • Has barometer
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Has cadence sensor
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    • Has external HR monitor
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    • 9 day/s longer battery life
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm offers 16 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • 22 h longer GPS battery life
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • 22 h longer training battery life
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (42 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • 15 min shorter charge time
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm charges faster than the average smartwatch (105 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    • Has NFC
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Includes maps
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 32.2% of smartwatches support maps.
    • Has compass
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Supports ANT+
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 9.5% of smartwatches support ANT+.
    • Supports Galileo
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    • Has rugged design
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    • 400 nits higher display brightness
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1,000 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
    • Stronger display glass
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 50 m greater waterproof depth
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a deeper waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (100 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    • 127 ppi higher pixel density
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (453 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • Higher resolution
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a display resolution of 416x 416, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • Includes crash detection
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • More advanced operating system
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • Supports third-party apps
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • 28 GB more storage
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    • 1 GB more RAM
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    • 2 year/s newer release date
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • 33 g heavier weight
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm is heavier than the average smartwatch (78 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • 2.9 mm thicker watch body
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • 5 mm wider watch width
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm is wider than the average smartwatch (47 mm vs 42.0 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    • No call answering
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      Call can be answered/managed, but conversation audio is on phone/headset.
    • No voice commands
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No smart alarm
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • No camera remote control
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • No speaker
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • No speaker
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No call answering
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      Call can be answered/managed, but conversation audio is on phone/headset.
      What it is: The ability to answer an incoming call directly from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want to handle calls or alerts without taking out your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice commands
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
      What it is: The ability to control functions or start actions using spoken commands.
      When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No smart alarm
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
      What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
      When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
      What it is: The count of microphones built into the watch.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=2

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.0 vs 1
    • No camera remote control
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
      What it is: Remote shutter control that lets the watch trigger a paired camera or phone camera.
      When it matters: When you want to control your phone camera from the watch.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
      What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=1.5 inch

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
    • 33 g heavier weight
      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm is heavier than the average smartwatch (78 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
      What it is: The total mass of the watch body, usually expressed in grams.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=37 g

      Garmin Epix Pro Gen 247mm is heavier than the average smartwatch (78 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.78.0 g vs 45 g

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    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers 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 customers dislike 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

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    trustedreviews.com
    13/07/2023

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is a high-performance, premium sports watch featuring a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen and, for the first time, three size options (42mm, 47mm, and 51mm). Key hardware improvements include a built-in LED flashlight and a more accurate optical heart rate sensor, while software upgrades like Hill Score and Endurance Score provide deeper training insights....Read more

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    dcrainmaker.com
    31/05/2023

    The Garmin Edge 540/840 series represents a significant, feature-rich update that brings flagship Edge 1040 functionality, including Multi-Band GNSS and USB-C, to the mid-range market. Key enhancements include the addition of physical buttons to the touchscreen-enabled 840, vastly improved ClimbPro 2.0 that works without routes, and robust, data-driven coaching metrics, all while...Read more

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    techradar.com
    17/11/2025

    The TechRadar review identifies the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) as an elite, durable, and highly accurate companion for marathon training and racing, especially notable for its current 50% discount. Key strengths include a vivid AMOLED display for mapping, the precise Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, and extensive battery life, alongside a practical, built-in LED flashlight. Conversely,...Read more

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    coachweb.com
    03/07/2023

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is highlighted by Coach as a premier sports watch, featuring a vibrant AMOLED display and, for the first time, multiple size options (42mm, 47mm, and 51mm). Key improvements include a highly accurate multi-band GPS, the new Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, and a built-in LED flashlight across all models. Furthermore, the 51mm version offers exceptional...Read more

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    digitaltrends.com
    27/02/2026

    Digital Trends describes the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) as a superb, feature-rich GPS smartwatch ideal for diverse outdoor activities, highlighted by a vibrant AMOLED display and a practical built-in LED flashlight. Pros include a rugged design using titanium and sapphire glass, alongside advanced fitness metrics like Hill and Endurance Scores, highly accurate multi-band GPS, and an...Read more

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    techradar.com
    27/02/2026

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is characterized as a high-performing but iterative update to the original model, featuring three sizes (42mm, 47mm, 51mm) and a new built-in LED flashlight. Key pros include a brilliant AMOLED display, the Elevate V5 heart rate sensor for improved accuracy, and advanced training metrics like Hill Score and Endurance Score. However, significant cons...Read more

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    treelinereview.com
    20/06/2024

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is a premium GPS smartwatch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display, three size options, and a functional built-in LED flashlight. It excels in performance with impressive battery life (up to 31 days on the 51mm model) and the accurate Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, designed for serious athletes and data tracking. While pros include superior screen quality and...Read more

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    wareable.com
    31/05/2023

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) combines a vibrant AMOLED display with the rugged, feature-rich DNA of the Fenix series, featuring a built-in LED flashlight across all sizes (42mm, 47mm, and 51mm). It boasts exceptional technical precision, including market-leading Multi-Band GPS, an optimized Gen 5 heart rate sensor for improved accuracy, and new, long-term metrics like Endurance and...Read more

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    laufbursche.de
    04/03/2024

    The article details a workaround for activating the ECG feature on Garmin Fenix 7 Pro and Epix Pro watches outside the US, leveraging VPNs and GPS spoofing to bypass regional restrictions. It outlines a technical, step-by-step process requiring users to temporarily trick the Garmin Connect app into registering a US-based account to unlock the sensor. While this method allows the ECG...Read more

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    supvienna.com
    22/10/2023

    The Garmin Epix Gen 2 Pro is reviewed as a premium, durable outdoor watch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display and a useful built-in LED flashlight for enhanced visibility. A key update is the Gen 5 heart rate sensor with ECG capabilities, complemented by advanced performance metrics like Hill and Endurance Scores. While praised for its Multi-band GPS accuracy, the device's high...Read more

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    coolblue.de
    17/02/2025

    The Coolblue review indicates that the choice between the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) and Fenix 7 Pro Solar hinges on a preference for a vibrant AMOLED display or maximum solar-powered battery life. Both high-end 2023 models share identical features, including a built-in flashlight, advanced training tools, and three available case sizes. The Epix Pro offers superior screen brightness...Read more

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    outside-stories.de
    07/02/2024

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is a high-performance multisport watch that successfully integrates a vibrant AMOLED display with rugged outdoor functionality, featuring three size options (42mm, 47mm, 51mm) to accommodate different wrist sizes. Key upgrades highlighted in the review include the practical integrated LED flashlight and the enhanced Elevate V5 heart rate sensor for...Read more

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    navigation-professionell.de
    10/10/2023

    According to the review by Navigation Professionell, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) serves as an elite, rugged multisport watch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display and a built-in LED flashlight on all models. The device is now available in 42mm, 47mm, and 51mm sizes, allowing for a better fit while offering advanced, precise tracking with multi-band GNSS and the Elevate V5 heart rate...Read more

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    imtest.de
    24/02/2026

    According to the IMTEST review, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) serves as a top-tier outdoor smartwatch, featuring a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen for superior visibility and an integrated LED flashlight across all sizes. Key improvements include advanced performance metrics like Hill and Endurance Scores, alongside the upgraded Elevate V5 heart rate sensor for better tracking accuracy....Read more

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    zdnet.fr
    03/09/2025

    The ZDNet review identifies the Garmin Epix (2nd Gen) as a premier sports watch, successfully combining Fenix-level performance with a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen. It is praised for its versatility, offering both responsive touchscreen navigation and traditional button controls, along with accurate multi-band GNSS tracking. Key advantages include a high-resolution display that is...Read more

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    montre-cardio-gps.fr
    31/05/2023

    The Garmin Fenix 7 Pro and Epix Pro feature a mid-cycle update, standardizing the Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, multi-band GPS, 32GB storage, and LED flashlights across 42mm, 47mm, and 51mm sizes. Key hardware improvements focus on enhanced sensor accuracy for high-intensity activity, while new software features include Endurance Score and Hill Score metrics. The main difference...Read more

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    sport-passion.fr
    22/04/2024

    According to the Sport-Passion review, the Garmin Epix Pro is considered the most complete sports watch available, successfully merging high-end outdoor functionality with a vibrant AMOLED display, now available in three sizes (42, 47, and 51mm). It features the highly accurate Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, multi-band GPS, and a built-in LED flashlight, along with advanced metrics...Read more

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    lesnumeriques.com
    22/08/2023

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47 mm, reviewed by Les Numériques, is a premium multisport watch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display, rugged design, and a practical integrated LED flashlight. It excels in navigation and tracking precision with multi-band GPS and the Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, while offering robust battery life of up to 16 days. Despite its high price, the watch is a...Read more

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    skipass.com
    06/01/2025

    The Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 is a high-performance, rugged smartwatch blending Fenix features with a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen, featuring a new, practical LED flashlight and a more accurate Elevate V5 heart rate sensor. The device is now available in three sizes (42mm, 47mm, and 51mm) to fit smaller wrists better. The watch offers superior multi-band GPS accuracy for challenging...Read more

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    lesnumeriques.com
    22/08/2023

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm blends the rugged Fenix series with a bright AMOLED screen and introduces three size options, an integrated LED flashlight, and the improved Elevate Gen 5 heart rate sensor. It excels in performance with precise multi-band GNSS, a responsive interface, and exceptional battery life, offering up to 16 days in smartwatch mode despite the display...Read more

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    runnea.com
    27/02/2026

    The Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) merges high-performance, multisport GPS tracking with a vivid AMOLED display, offering three size options (42mm, 47mm, 51mm) to fit diverse wrists. Key, specific, and often-highlighted features include the integrated LED flashlight for night safety, along with new endurance and hill score metrics for improved training analysis. While praised for its...Read more

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    topesdegama.com
    14/10/2025

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) serves as a premium, AMOLED-powered alternative to the Fenix series, featuring three size options (42mm, 47mm, 51mm) and a built-in LED flashlight. Key enhancements include the Gen 5 heart rate sensor, improved multi-band GPS, and specialized,,,, training metrics like "Endurance" and "Hill" scores, with the 51mm model offering up to 31 days of battery...Read more

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    runnea.it
    02/01/2026

    The Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 is a high-performance multisport GPS watch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display, available in 42mm, 47mm, and 51mm sizes with a built-in LED flashlight. It upgrades performance with the Elevate V5 heart rate sensor and introduces advanced metrics like Hill Score and Endurance Score for detailed training analysis. Key pros include a brilliant touchscreen,...Read more

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    andreagaleazzi.com
    30/06/2023

    Andrea Galeazzi defines the Garmin Epix 2 Pro as a premier blend of high-end sports tracking and modern functionality, highlighting its 1.4-inch AMOLED display and new integrated LED flashlight as standout features. The device is lauded for superior GPS precision, improved heart rate sensor accuracy, and the introduction of multiple case sizes (42mm, 47mm, 51mm) to fit varied...Read more

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    wielrenner.eu
    31/01/2026

    The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is a premium multisport watch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display, built-in LED flashlight across all sizes, and an upgraded Gen 5 heart rate sensor, making it a top contender for serious athletes. It excels in performance with multi-band GPS accuracy and new training metrics like Hill and Endurance scores, although its Garmin Connect app ecosystem can be...Read more

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    tweakers.net
    31/05/2023

    The Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) is hailed by Tweakers as a top-tier sports watch featuring significant upgrades, including the accurate Elevate V5 heart rate sensor, a built-in LED flashlight on all models, and new size options (42mm, 47mm, and 51mm). The device features a vibrant AMOLED display, exceptional battery life—particularly in the 51mm model—and advanced training metrics like...Read more

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