Overdue for a refresh — no successor announced yet. Prices should be at their lowest
📅 Add launch to calendarWell past its release cycle with no successor announced — prices at historic lows
| Model | Battery | GPS | Key Sensors | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epix Pro 42mm | 16 days | Multi-band L1+L5 | Training readiness, running dynamics, full maps | Compact Fenix-level watch with best Garmin display. |
| Epix Pro 47mm | 16 days | Multi-band L1+L5 | Training readiness, running dynamics, full maps | Standard size with AMOLED and full analytics. |
| Epix Pro 51mm Sapphire Solar | Up to 31 days | Multi-band L1+L5 | Training readiness, running dynamics, full maps | Maximum battery life on an AMOLED Garmin. |
The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2), released August 2023, is Garmin's premium AMOLED multisport watch — sitting between the Forerunner 965 and Fenix in the lineup. It offers all Fenix analytics with the best display Garmin makes: a vivid AMOLED screen that rivals smartwatches, combined with multi-band GPS, full maps, and 16-day battery (31 days with Sapphire Solar).
AMOLED always-on display with significantly higher resolution and brightness than the Fenix MIP display — a meaningful advantage for readability in all conditions.
Running dynamics, full TopoActive maps, training load, advanced sleep, race predictor — the complete Garmin suite in a less bulky package than the Fenix 8.
The Epix Pro Sapphire Solar edition achieves 31 days in smartwatch mode via solar charging — near-Fenix endurance with superior display quality.
Multisport athletes and outdoor enthusiasts who want the most visually impressive Garmin watch without sacrificing analytics. If you want Fenix-level capability with a beautiful display and don't need maximum battery life, the Epix Pro is the answer.
The Epix Pro has a superior AMOLED display. The Fenix 8 has longer battery life (18+ days vs 16 days), more rugged construction, a speaker for calls, and comes with MIP or AMOLED options. For display quality, Epix. For maximum battery and ruggedness, Fenix.
Yes, at the right price. The Epix Pro Gen 2 is well past its typical cycle with no successor announced. Prices are at their lowest — an excellent buy if you want the best Garmin AMOLED display.
The Epix Pro adds an always-on AMOLED display and more rugged titanium options, but shares the same analytics core as the FR965. Pay the premium for the display and build quality — not for unique features.
Yes — preloaded worldwide TopoActive maps with full offline navigation, turn-by-turn routing, and ski trail maps. One of the best map implementations in any sport watch.
The Epix has sapphire glass, a premium titanium bezel, and a slightly larger AMOLED display. The analytics and battery life are identical. Choose the Epix if build quality and aesthetics matter; the 965 if you want a lighter running-focused body.