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Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£490Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:31 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 14 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.5

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

Technical score

30%

8.6

Review score ( 8 · 6)

Review score 30% · 8.6 · based on 14 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 98% of smartwatches
8.5

Technical score

Technical score
8.5/ 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 97% of models
Score components

24%

8.7

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

8.1

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.6

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

6.5

Hardware

★Better than 97% 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 94% of models
Grades by review (14)
8 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 6 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

11.9%

8.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
3

9.5%

9.0

treelinereview.com

9.5%

8.0

wareable.com

4.8%

8.0

coachweb.com

Video reviews 4

4.8%

9.0

GPS Training

4.8%

7.0

Tech Noobies

2.4%

9.0

Running on the mind

2.4%

7.0

WHCVIP

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 94% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm

Technical score
Technical score
8.5/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

24%

8.7

Health

21%

10

Fitness

16%

8.1

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.6

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

6.5

Hardware

8.5
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 94% of models
Grades by review (14)
8 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 6 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

11.9%

8.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
3

9.5%

9.0

treelinereview.com

9.5%

8.0

wareable.com

4.8%

8.0

coachweb.com

Video reviews 4

4.8%

9.0

GPS Training

4.8%

7.0

Tech Noobies

2.4%

9.0

Running on the mind

2.4%

7.0

WHCVIP

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Popularity:
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm has a popularity of 5.7 points, which is lower than 53.1% of smartwatches.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

60%

8.5

Overall score

40%

7.9

Price

8.4
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.
Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
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.
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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.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
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
31 days
Battery life
31 days
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 31 days which is longer than that of 97.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.1% of smartwatches.
31 (with wrist gesture, 11 days with always-on.
Battery life in training mode
62 h
Battery life in training mode
62 h
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 62 h in training mode which is longer than 96.1% of smartwatches.
42 (with wrist gesture) or 30 (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.
Up to 58 hours with always-on.
Battery power
301 mAh
Battery power
301 mAh
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 301 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 51.3% of smartwatches.
Charge time
113 min
Charge time
113 min
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 113 min which is faster than 58.3% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 113 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.
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
1.4 inch
Screen size
1.4 inch
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.4 inch which is larger than the screens of 48.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 6.7% 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
454x 454
Resolution
454x 454
â–² Better than 80% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 79.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
459 ppi
Pixel density
459 ppi
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 459 ppi which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% 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
?
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 51mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 24 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    31 days
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 31 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    31 (with wrist gesture, 11 days with always-on.
    31 days vs 7 days
  • 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.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • 42.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    62 h
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (62 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    42 (with wrist gesture) or 30 (always-on.
    62 h vs 19.25 h
  • 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.
    Up to 58 hours with 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.
    select outdoor activities; paired phone required
  • 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.
  • 11.2% better value for money
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.36 vs 7.5).
    8.36 vs 7.52
  • 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.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • 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.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    â–² Better than 32% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 24 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    31 days
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 31 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    31 (with wrist gesture, 11 days with always-on.
    31 days vs 7 days
  • 42.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    62 h
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (62 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    42 (with wrist gesture) or 30 (always-on.
    62 h vs 19.25 h
  • 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.
    Up to 58 hours with always-on.
    42 h vs 20 h
  • 7 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    113 min
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (113 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 113 minutes.
    113 min vs 120 min
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    â–² Better than 46% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 50 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    100 m
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 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
  • 133 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    459 ppi
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (459 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    459 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    454 x 454
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    454x454 vs 352x430
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, leather, nylon
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather, nylon for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather, nylon vs silicone
  • 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.
    select outdoor activities; paired phone required
  • 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.
  • 43 g heavier weight
    Weight
    88.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (88 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    88.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 3.3 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.90 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.90 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£490 vs £130).
    £490 vs £130
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£490 vs £130).
    £490 vs £130
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 43 g heavier weight
    Weight
    88.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (88 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    88.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 3.3 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.90 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    14.90 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    51.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (51 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    51.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 6 mm taller watch height
    Height
    51.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (51 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    51.0 mm vs 45 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 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.

Video reviews

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

9.0
GPS Training
≈ estimated
17/07/2024
Long-term review · 6 months of use, navigation and racing tests
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm is the preferred choice over the Phoenix after six months, thanks to its bright AMOLED screen and feature set.
9.0
Running on the mind
≈ estimated
22/01/2025
Comparison with Fenix 8 · long-term owner's view
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm is a rugged watch with leading GPS, and for most buyers the Fenix 8 upgrade is not worth it.
7.0
WHCVIP
≈ estimated
16/06/2023
First look · unboxing, setup and flashlight tests
Verdict
Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm has a standout OLED screen and brighter flashlight, but the price stops it from being a clear recommendation yet.
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Reviewers praise the long battery life, precise GPS and handy flashlight, but many find it overpriced and opinions split on the display.
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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 · Hiking watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro suits hikers who want a bright AMOLED screen and built-in maps, though its many features take time to learn.
8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Upgrade review · Sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro is a useful but not essential upgrade, with a handy flashlight and slightly better heart rate, though its new scores are hard to act on.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Field review · Multi-sport watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro suits people with many outdoor hobbies, thanks to detailed offline maps, though its sleep tracking is less accurate than an Oura ring's.
8.0
coachweb.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Two-week test · Running watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro suits runners who want heart rate close to a chest strap; its Hill and Endurance scores are useful extras, not essentials.
10
navigation-professionell.de
✓ explicit
10/10/2023
Hands-on test · Outdoor sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro suits trail runners, cyclists and hikers who want a bright AMOLED screen and long GPS battery, but the 51mm case is heavy.
7.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
21/08/2023
Lab test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro is a sport-focused watch with accurate heart rate and over 80 modes, but its sleep tracking and touch response lag behind rival watches.
8.4
imtest.de
✓ explicit
24/02/2026
Hands-on review · Smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro is a polished update with a useful flashlight and a better heart rate sensor, but it adds little else new.
10
sport-passion.fr
✓ explicit
22/04/2024
Long-term test · Outdoor sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Epix Pro suits athletes who want an AMOLED screen, world maps that guide you along a route and precise GPS and heart rate tracking.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm

  • Exceptional battery life for an AMOLED display, lasting up to 31 days in smartwatch mode.
  • Stunning 1.4-inch AMOLED touchscreen that remains vibrant and readable in direct sunlight.
  • Highly functional built-in LED flashlight with multiple brightness levels and a red light mode.
  • Superior GPS accuracy utilizing multi-band GNSS for reliable tracking in challenging environments.
  • Extensive health and fitness metrics including HRV, Training Readiness, and Body Battery.
  • Premium, rugged build quality with titanium bezel and scratch-resistant sapphire glass options.

What we don't like about Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm

  • High price point makes it a significant investment compared to other sports watches.
  • Bulky 51mm case size can be uncomfortable for sleeping or wear with tight sleeves.
  • Limited smartwatch features compared to competitors like Apple or Samsung, such as lack of a voice assistant or LTE.
  • Complex user interface that can be overwhelming and less intuitive for new users.
  • Lack of solar charging, which is available on the comparable Fenix series.
  • Garmin Pay has limited bank support in certain regions like the UK.

Verdict

The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 51mm is a premium multisport smartwatch featuring a vibrant 1.4-inch AMOLED touchscreen display with a 454 x 454 pixel resolution and a durable 51mm fiber-reinforced polymer case with a steel or titanium bezel. Key characteristics include an integrated multi-LED flashlight, the Gen 5 Elevate heart rate sensor, and multi-band GNSS with SatIQ technology for superior positioning accuracy. Its standout pros are an exceptional battery life of up to 31 days in smartwatch mode (11 days always-on), 32GB of internal storage for TopoActive mapping, and a comprehensive suite of advanced training metrics like Hill Score and Endurance Score. However, notable cons include its significant bulk and 88g weight which may be cumbersome on smaller wrists, a higher price point compared to the Fenix line, and the lack of solar charging capabilities.

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