epix™ Pro (Gen 2) – Standard Edition | 42 mm

Or Fenix 8, 43mm. Maps are awesome. I had a Fenix 7S but my last one is an Epix Pro 42mm. Fenix battery is far superior but the Epix screen is much easier to see.

Ive had a Fenix 5 and 7, now Epix Pro 2. I recommend the Epix because it's 30% cheaper and the screen is better.

No shit. I had no issues with any of the three. My EPIX PRO 2 was discounted so your comment explains why I got it cheap but I thought the discount was due to nearing end of life. I've used all three and track 2-3 workout events a day, steps and sleep. I never had an issue with any of them. Fenix 5S sapphire, Fenix 7S, sapphire/solar, Epix Pro 2.

Depends from model. Really difficult for me sleep and wear everyday garmin epix pro gen 2, 42mm. Really not accurate, too bulky. I sell it, and buy a forerunner 165, 43mm. No problem to wear when i sleep or everyday use. I m really happy with it!

True for epix pro 2. Really bad experience. I sell it and buy myself a garmin FR 165. Another story!

Garmin 265s or if you could get a Epix Pro 42mm for a decent price would have everything you could wish for, including the latest HR Sensor v.5 If you don't want AMOLED screen then the Fenix 7 Pro 42mm would also be perfect. Also consider the Epix pro and Fenix Pro have a flashlight. Sound useless, but comes in handy from nightly toilet visits, camping or just as a strobe while running (can set it up so it auto turns on and blinks when running after sunset)

Get a chest strap for triathlons, one that works in water. The 965/Fenix/Epix are the same or minimal difference. The latest are the Fenix 8 nad forerunner 970. Get what looks good to you, because features are 99.9% the same. Also Fenix is a big bigger

Fenix/Epix are the same, Forerunner 9xx has 99% same functions but a bit lighter and not as tall, but only available in one size

i also have an epix pro (42mm)! love it also. it resolved all the issues i had with the suunto race S. I have issues with garmin (app sucks, for one) but ultimately it works for all the crucial stuff. I was curious about the coros watches but suunto need a whole new approach to win me back at this point…

i did a 'review' of the race s (which is functionally close to the race 2): [https://www.reddit.com/r/Suunto/comments/1itwkov/suunto\_race\_s\_review\_and\_why\_i\_am\_forced\_back\_to/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Suunto/comments/1itwkov/suunto_race_s_review_and_why_i_am_forced_back_to/) for me it was an easy decision to go back to garmin now i'm back on garmin (epix pro - functionally similar to fr970) i have been pleasantly surprised by how useful the smart features and mapping is on modern garmins, amongst all the the basic stuff that just...works. i would encourage you to buy and try both (check their returns policies but at least in the uk i was able to return my suunto before 30 days of use).

You state you already have a Fenix, but don't state which one? For hiking I'd probably need a really good reason to upgrade a Fenix such as the Fenix not holding enough charge for 1-2 days of hiking or not having maps (although that's not necessarily a huge requirement depending on the trail). Battery life will be better on the watches you suggested, but you're almost certainly going to be bringing a battery pack and charging a watch barely makes a dent in the capacity of a 10-20,000mah battery. I'd personally lean towards a Fenix 7s Pro or 43mm Epix 2 Pro if you have small wrists. Almost all of the features you'd use in the models you listed, but generally available for cheaper.

I think you're on the right track. I won't attempt to resolve the MIPS vs. AMOLED debate here, but I think for a lot of people the Epix 2 Pro is a better choice and it seems to consistently sell for less money than the same size MIPS Fenix when there are sales or used. If you can wear the 51mm size I think the AMOLED becomes even more desirable since you still get crazy long battery life even with always on display.

Curious to see a comparison with the Coros Pace models. From what I've seen I'd have a real hard time recommending Garmin to someone looking for an new entry level watch and paying MSRP. If they're willing to buy lightly used that all changes a bit though. I've Epix 2 Pro's selling for less than the 170 Music for a year or so.

Make sure you also consider the prices of the Epix 2 (and maybe the Epix 2 Pro?) in your decision. Epix 2 has essentially the same feature set as the 955, but with an OLED screen but with better build quality. It can often be found for < $400 in the states new and less than $300 used. The only thing to be aware of is the non-Sapphire version lacks dual-band GPS. To me the big difference between the watches in your OP is maps. Depending on what you do this may be a non-issue or a huge feature. I basically don't touch maps when I'm on roads, but for trail stuff like hikes and trail running I find maps to be an absolute necessity. It's great being able to load a route/GPX file in your watch and follow that on your watch without touching your phone.