Garmin Epix Gen 2: Premium Active Smartwatch (Black Titanium)
The Garmin Epix Gen 2 Smartwatch is the perfect companion for your active lifestyle. With a 1.3-inch always-on, bright AMOLED display, this smartwatch is easy to read and select m…
Product review summary
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Pros:
- Accurate tracking of various activities
- Advanced GPS capabilities with preloaded maps
- Bright AMOLED touchscreen display
- Built-in sports apps
- Long battery life
Cons:
- Unreliable weather feature
- Limited compatibility with health tracking apps
FAQ
Q: What are the key features of the Garmin Epix Gen 2 smartwatch?
A: The Garmin Epix Gen 2 is a premium active smartwatch that features a 1.3” always-on, bright AMOLED display; select models feature a sapphire display and titanium bezel. It comes with health and wellness features such as Pulse Ox, wrist-based heart rate, respiration tracking, health snapshot feature, stress tracking, sleep score and advanced sleep monitoring, body battery energy monitoring, hydration tracking, sports apps, animated workouts, HIIT workouts, visual race predictor, PacePro technology, VO2 max, performance metrics, real-time stamina, daily workout suggestions, recovery time, MTB dynamics, backcountry ski, XC ski dynamics, surf-ready features, multi-band GNSS support, ABC sensors, acclimation, ClimbPro feature, multi-continent topo maps, ski maps and golf courses. It also has safety and tracking features such as smart notifications.
Q: What is the battery life of the Garmin Epix Gen 2 in smartwatch mode and GPS mode?
A: The Garmin Epix Gen 2 has a battery life of up to 16 days (gesture)/up to 5 days (always-on) in smartwatch mode and up to 42 hours (gesture)/up to 30 hours (always-on) in GPS mode.
Q: Can the Garmin Epix Gen 2 measure heart rate and distance for open water swimming?
A: Some outdoor watches feature an optical heart rate sensor (OHR), which uses light to penetrate the skin and estimate heart rate. The sensor requires a constant seal against the body to be accurate. The watch will need to be in direct contact with the skin of the wrist during open water swimming. By default, the OHR sensor may be disabled. The OHR can be enabled during swim activities on compatible watches - Epix (Gen 2), but accurate heart rate tracking will require proper fit of the watch during swimming. Wrist Heart Rate settings can be found in the Sensors & Accessories menu of your watch.
Q: Is the Garmin Epix Gen 2 compatible with Google Wear OS?
A: According to Google, the Garmin Epix Gen 2 is compatible with Wear OS.
Q: Does the Garmin Epix Gen 2 come with an international warranty?
A: The international warranty for the Garmin Epix Gen 2 may vary depending on where it is purchased from. If purchased directly from Garmin, it should come with a warranty.
Q: What is the composition of the screen of the Garmin Epix Gen 2 and how durable is it?
A: The Garmin Epix Gen 2 has either Corning Gorilla Glass or Sapphire Editions: sapphire crystal. Both are durable and scratch-resistant.
Q: What devices are compatible with the Garmin Epix Gen 2?
A: The Garmin Epix Gen 2 is compatible with various devices including Alpha® 100, Alpha® 200i, Approach® CT10 - Full Set, Astro® 430, fēnix® 7 – Standard Edition, GPSMAP® 66i, inReach® Mini, Montana® 750i, PRO 550 Plus, Rally RK100, Rally RK200, Rally RS100, Rally RS200, Rally XC100, Rally XC200, Varia Rearview Radar, Varia RTL515, Varia RVR315, Varia Smart Bike Lights, Varia Vision In-sight Display, Vector 2/2S/3/3S and VIRB® cameras.
Q: Does the Garmin Epix Gen 2 have wireless charging?
A: No, the Garmin Epix Gen 2 does not have wireless charging. It comes with a USB cable that connects to the back of the watch for charging.
Specifications
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| Brand | Garmin |
|---|---|
| Category | All Departments > Electronics > Wearable Technology > Smartwatches |
| Color | Black Titanium |
| Model Name | Epix |
| Style | Smartwatch |
| Screen Size | 1.3 Inches |
| Special Feature | Pulse Ox; Wrist-Based Heart Rate; Respiration Tracking; Health Snapshot™ Feature; Stress Tracking; Sleep Score And Advanced Sleep Monitoring; Body Battery™ Energy Monitoring; Hydration Tracking; Sports Apps; Animated Workouts; HIIT Workouts; Visual Race Predictor; PacePro™ Technology; Vo2 Max; Performance Metrics, Real-Time Stamina; Daily Workout Suggestions; Recovery Time; MTB Dynamics; Backcountry Ski; XC Ski Dynamics; Surf-Ready Features; Multi-Band GNSS Support; ABC Sensors; Acclimation; ClimbPro Feature; Multi-Continent Topo Maps; Ski Maps; Golf Courses; Round-Trip Routing; Turn-By-Turn Navigation; Smart Notifications; Safety and Tracking Features See more |
| Shape | Round |
| Target Audience | Unisex-adult |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Compatible Devices | Alpha® 100Alpha® 100 Alpha® 200iAlpha® 200i Approach® CT10 - Full SetApproach® CT10 - Full Set Approach® CT10 - Starter PackApproach® CT10 - Starter Pack Astro® 430Astro® 430 fēnix® 7 – Standard Editionfēnix® 7 – Standard Edition GPSMAP® 66iGPSMAP® 66i inReach® MiniinReach® Mini inReach® Mini 2inReach® Mini 2 inReach® Mini Marine BundleinReach® Mini Marine Bundle Montana® 750iMontana® 750i PRO 550 PlusPRO 550 Plus Rally RK100Rally RK100 Rally RK200Rally RK200 Rally RS100Rally RS100 Rally RS200Rally RS200 Rally XC100Rally XC100 Rally XC200Rally XC200 Varia Rearview RadarVaria Rearview Radar Varia RTL515Varia RTL515 Varia RVR315Varia RVR315 Varia Smart Bike LightsVaria Smart Bike Lights Varia Vision In-sight DisplayVaria Vision In-sight Display Vector 2Vector 2 Vector 2SVector 2S Vector 3Vector 3 Vector 3SVector 3S VIRB® 360VIRB® 360 VIRB® Ultra 30VIRB® Ultra 30 VIRB® Ultra 30 Aviation In-cockpit BundleVIRB® Ultra 30 Aviation In-cockpit Bundle VIRB® Ultra 30 with Powered MountVIRB® Ultra 30 with Powered Mount See more |
| Model Name | Epix (Gen 2), Sapphire Black Titanium |