| Manufacturer | Garmin |
|---|---|
| Type | Premium multisport AMOLED GPS smartwatch |
| Series | Epix |
| Released | 31 May 2023 (announced 31 May 2023) |
| Price at launch | Standard: USD 899.99 (42mm, 47mm), USD 999.99 (51mm). Sapphire: USD 999.99 (42mm, 47mm), USD 1,099.99 (51mm). From GBP 829 / EUR 949.99 |
| Predecessor | Epix (Gen 2) |
| Successor | Fenix 8 AMOLED |
| Sizes | 42mm (small), 47mm (medium), 51mm (large) |
| Variants | Standard (stainless steel bezel, Gorilla Glass); Sapphire (titanium bezel, sapphire lens; the 42mm Sapphire also comes with a stainless steel bezel) |
| Colours | 42mm: Silver with Whitestone band; Sapphire in Carbon Grey DLC Titanium or Soft Gold. 47mm and 51mm: Slate Grey with Black band; Sapphire in Carbon Grey DLC Titanium or Titanium |
Specifications as at launch. Features and activity profiles reflect the latest Garmin software.
Expert opinion | What’s new | Specifications | Battery life | Features | Activity profiles | Comparisons | Quick answers | Further reading
Expert opinion
Brings the AMOLED Epix to 42mm (small), 47mm and 51mm, and every model gets multi-band GPS, 32GB, an LED flashlight and the Elevate Gen 5 sensor, which later enabled ECG.
Over the Epix (Gen 2) it adds sizes and hardware rather than software, because the new training features also reached the older watch. Against the Fenix 7 Pro the choice is AMOLED versus solar MIP.
Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2)
AMOLED adventure watch in three sizes, with maps and a flashlight.
What’s new versus the Epix (Gen 2)
Hardware
- Two new case sizes: 42mm (small) and 51mm (large), alongside the 47mm
- Built-in LED flashlight with variable intensity, red light and strobe
- Elevate Gen 5 optical heart rate sensor, replacing Gen 4; the Garmin ECG App was enabled on it from October 2023 in supported regions
- Multi-band GNSS with SatIQ on every edition, where the Epix (Gen 2) had it on the Sapphire only
- 32GB storage on every edition, up from 16GB on the Epix (Gen 2) Standard
- Larger display and battery on the 51mm
Software
- Red Shift mode
- Hill Score and Endurance Score
- Weather map overlays and relief shading
- New activity profiles, including team sports and horseback riding
- New high-resolution watch faces
Specifications
The 47mm figures are shown in the table as the headline size. Differences for the other sizes are noted below.
42mm: 42 x 42 x 14.1mm, display 30.4mm (1.2″) at 390 x 390, weight 63g (case 47g) for Standard and stainless steel Sapphire, 58g (case 42g) for titanium Sapphire, QuickFit 20mm band. The 42mm Sapphire has a steel rear cover.
51mm: 51 x 51 x 14.9mm, display 35.56mm (1.4″) at 454 x 454, weight 98g (case 70g) Standard, 88g (case 60g) Sapphire, QuickFit 26mm band.
| Specification | Epix Pro 47mm Standard | Epix Pro 47mm Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Display type | AMOLED, always-on option | |
| Display size | 33mm (1.3″) | |
| Resolution | 416 x 416 pixels | |
| Lens | Corning Gorilla Glass | Sapphire crystal |
| Touchscreen | Yes, plus five buttons | |
| Physical | ||
| Case size | 47mm (medium) | |
| Dimensions | 47 x 47 x 14.5mm | |
| Weight | 78g (case 55g) | 70g (case 47g) |
| Bezel material | Stainless steel | Titanium |
| Case material | Fibre-reinforced polymer with steel rear cover | Fibre-reinforced polymer with titanium rear cover |
| Band | 22mm QuickFit, silicone | |
| Water rating | 10 ATM | |
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| Sensors and positioning | ||
| GNSS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, multi-band with SatIQ | |
| Heart rate | Garmin Elevate Gen 5 | |
| ECG | Yes, Garmin ECG App enabled October 2023, region-dependent | |
| Pulse Ox | Yes | |
| Skin temperature | Yes, added by software update | |
| Other sensors | Barometric altimeter, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer, thermometer, ambient light sensor | |
| Connectivity and storage | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi | |
| NFC (Garmin Pay) | Yes | |
| Storage | 32GB | |
| Music | Yes, offline Spotify, Deezer and Amazon Music | |
| Maps | Downloadable TopoActive maps via Wi-Fi | Preloaded TopoActive maps |
| LED flashlight | Yes, variable intensity, red light and strobe | |
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Battery life
Battery figures are the same for the Standard and Sapphire editions of each size.
| Mode | 42mm | 47mm | 51mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smartwatch | Up to 10 days (4 days always-on) | Up to 16 days (6 days always-on) | Up to 31 days (11 days always-on) |
| Battery saver watch | Up to 14 days | Up to 21 days | Up to 41 days |
| GPS Only | Up to 28 hours (20 hours always-on) | Up to 42 hours (30 hours always-on) | Up to 82 hours (58 hours always-on) |
| All Satellite Systems | Up to 21 hours (16 hours always-on) | Up to 32 hours (24 hours always-on) | Up to 62 hours (48 hours always-on) |
| All Systems + Multi-band | Up to 13 hours (10 hours always-on) | Up to 20 hours (15 hours always-on) | Up to 38 hours (30 hours always-on) |
| All Systems + Music | Up to 6 hours | Up to 10 hours | Up to 17 hours |
| Max Battery GPS | Up to 49 hours | Up to 75 hours | Up to 145 hours |
| Expedition GPS | Up to 9 days | Up to 14 days | Up to 27 days |
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Features
A full breakdown of Garmin platform features is available at Garmin features explained.
Plan
- Daily Suggested Workouts for running and cycling
- Garmin Coach training plans
- Multisport, cardio, strength, HIIT, yoga and Pilates workouts with on-screen animations
- Race Widget and race predictor
- Morning Report
Prepare
- Training Readiness, Training Status and Training Load
- HRV Status
- Recovery Time
- Body Battery energy monitoring
- Sleep score and advanced sleep monitoring
- All-day stress and respiration tracking
- Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation
- Garmin ECG App, region-dependent
- Skin temperature
- Health Snapshot and Jet Lag Adviser
- Heat and altitude acclimation
- Women’s health and hydration tracking
Perform
- VO2 max, Hill Score and Endurance Score
- Real-Time Stamina
- Wrist-based running power and running dynamics
- PacePro, ClimbPro and grade-adjusted pace
- Up Ahead for aid stations and checkpoints
- TopoActive maps with relief shading and weather overlays, Trendline popularity routing and NextFork
- SkiView maps for more than 2,000 ski resorts
- 43,000 preloaded golf courses
- FTP, power curve and advanced cycling dynamics with a compatible power meter
- Multisport auto transition
- Strava Live Segments and Garmin Live Segments
Connect
- Smart notifications, with text replies on Android
- Garmin Pay contactless payments
- Music storage and playback from Spotify, Deezer and Amazon Music
- Incident detection and assistance during select activities
- LiveTrack and live event sharing
- Compatible with the Garmin Messenger app
- Connect IQ Store on the watch
- Red Shift mode and LED flashlight
- Smart trainer control
Activity profiles
| Category | Profiles |
|---|---|
| Running | Running, Outdoor Track Running, Trail Running, Ultra Running, Obstacle Course, Treadmill Running, Indoor Track Running |
| Cycling | Biking, Road biking, Mountain Biking, Gravel biking, Bike commuting, Bike touring, eBiking, eMountain Biking, Indoor Biking, Cyclocross, BMX |
| Swimming | Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming |
| Multisport | Triathlon, Swimming/Running |
| Gym and fitness | Strength, HIIT, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor rowing, Jump Roping, Indoor Climbing, Boxing, Mixed martial arts, Indoor Walking, Pilates, Yoga |
| Outdoor | Walking, Hiking, Bouldering, Climbing, Hunting, Horseback Riding, Golfing, Disc Golf, Archery, Inline Skating |
| Other | Winter sports: Skiing, Snowboarding, Backcountry Snowboarding, XC Classic Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Ice Skating, Snowshoeing, XC Skate Skiing | Water sports: Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Surfing, Kiteboarding, Windsurfing, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Sail Racing, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, Tubing, Sailing Expedition, Whitewater, Snorkeling | Team sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Football, Lacrosse, Rugby, Ultimate Disc, Cricket, Softball, Baseball | Racket sports: Tennis, Pickleball, Badminton, Squash, Table Tennis, Padel, Platform Tennis, Racquetball | Motorsports: Motorcycling, Overlanding, Motorcrossing, ATVing, Snowmobile | Other: Jumpmaster, Tactical |
Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2)
AMOLED adventure watch in three sizes, with maps and a flashlight.
Comparisons and upgrade guides
- Garmin Epix Pro review, including the upgrade case from the Epix (Gen 2) and the choice against the Fenix 7 Pro
- Epix Pro and Fenix 7 Pro pricing and model options, AMOLED against solar
- Garmin Fenix 8 review, the successor and the case for buying the Epix Pro instead
Quick answers
When was the Garmin Epix Pro released?
Garmin announced and released Epix Pro (Gen 2) on 31 May 2023. The launch price started at GBP 829 or USD 899.99 for the 42mm and 47mm Standard, and reached USD 1,099.99 for the 51mm Sapphire.
Is the Epix Pro waterproof?
Epix Pro has a water rating of 10 ATM. It includes Pool Swimming and Open Water Swimming profiles as well as Triathlon.
Does the Epix Pro have maps?
Yes, Epix Pro Sapphire has preloaded TopoActive maps, and the Standard edition downloads TopoActive maps over Wi-Fi. Both have relief shading, weather overlays, Trendline popularity routing and NextFork.
Does the Epix Pro have a flashlight and ECG?
Yes, every Epix Pro has an LED flashlight with variable intensity, red light and strobe. The Garmin ECG app was enabled on its Elevate Gen 5 sensor in October 2023 and is region-dependent.
What sizes does the Epix Pro come in?
Epix Pro comes in 42mm, 47mm and 51mm sizes. The 47mm is 14.5mm thick, weighs 78g as the Standard or 70g as the Sapphire, and takes a 22mm QuickFit band. It has a 1.3 inch AMOLED touchscreen.
How long does the Epix Pro battery last?
Garmin rates the 47mm Epix Pro for up to 16 days as a smartwatch, or 6 days with the display always on, and 42 hours in GPS-only mode. The 51mm lasts up to 31 days as a smartwatch.
Further reading
- Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) review
- Fenix 7 Pro and Epix Pro battery life
- ECG on the Epix Pro and Fenix 7 Pro
- Garmin watch specifications
- Release Radar: upcoming Garmin watches
Related watches
Predecessor: Garmin Epix (Gen 2), the original 47mm AMOLED Epix, often heavily discounted.
Also consider: Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro, a titanium AMOLED adventure watch in 44mm and 48mm with offline maps.
Small things I always use
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter: Charges your Garmin from any USB-C cable. Essential when travelling. I use one.
- Body Glide: The blue anti-chafe stick swimmers and runners carry. I use it.
- Speedo earplugs: Fewer ear infections and no cold-water dizziness. I use them.
- Dryrobe Advance: My winter changing robe for open-water swims. I use one. A cheaper option is the AONYIYI changing robe.
- Maurten: Race fuel that stays easy on the stomach. I use them.
- Beet It Sport nitrate shots: Beetroot shots I take in the days before a race. I use them.
- Garmin charging puck: The quickest way to top up before a session. I use one.
- Injinji: Toe socks that stop rubbing, so you run more. I use them.
- Ultimate toe protectors: Stop black toenails on long runs. They work. I use them.
- Compressport R2 v2 calf sleeves: My calf sleeves of choice. I use them.
- Cellucor C4: My pre-workout before hard sessions.
- TPU tubes: Schwalbe Aerothan, Tubolito and Pirelli SmarTube. Light, tiny spares. I use all three.
- G8 insoles: Adjustable insoles that are good. I use them.
- Cycplus Cube: A 97g electric pump that gets a road tyre rideable in two minutes. I carry one. 5% off with code THE5KRUNNER.
Watches and sensors
- Polar H10: My daily driver for waking HRV.
- Polar Verity Sense: My backup arm-worn HR sensor.
- Nomad bedside charger: Charges my iPhone and Apple Watch overnight. I use it, and many of their bands.
- Train.Red: The best muscle oxygen sensor I’ve used.
- Tymewear: Accurate heart rate and reliable ventilatory zones. I use it to pace endurance rides over an hour.
- Garmin Forerunner 970: A pro-grade triathlon watch. I use this.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4: My daily smartwatch. No phone needed on rides.
- Garmin Fenix 9 Pro: I’ve just bought one.
On the bike
- Continental GP5000 for everyday riding, and Aero 111 on the front for special occasions.
- Helmets: Specialized S-Works Evade 3 for road riding, and Rudy Project Wing for TT-style races. I use both.
- Ravemen FR300: A front light that mounts under your Garmin or Wahoo. I use one.
- Wahoo TRACKR Radar: I use it on one bike and Varia on the other. They perform the same.
- Garmin Varia RTL515: Radar that warns you of cars from behind. I use this model.
- Wahoo ELEMNT Roam 3: The bike computer that’s easy to use. I use mine on most rides.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2: Accurate power pedals that swap easily between bikes. I use this model.
Home and indoor training
- NPE Runn: Makes my basic treadmill smart, sending more accurate speed and distance to my watch and Zwift. I use it.
- Google Wifi: Keeps Zwift connected in my pain cave. I use it.
- Apple TV 4K: Zwift on the big screen. I use two.
- Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen): My video doorbell, running in both Google Home and Apple Home. I use it.
Health, recovery and sleep
- FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus: Shows how my blood sugar responds to diet.
- hDrop: Measures my sweat loss in summer and indoors.
- Fourth Frontier Zone: Checks my heart under load in hard sessions.
- Oura Ring 5: My partner’s recovery tracker of choice.
- Eight Sleep: A cooling mattress cover my partner and I use nightly.
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