Customer Reviews for Garmin - epix (Gen 2) GPS Smartwatch 47mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - White Titanium - (2022)
Customer Rating
5
Many features and brighter
on September 17, 2024
Posted by: Bruced
I've owned the Epix Gen 2 for about 3 weeks now, upgraded from a Fenix 5. The Epix has many more features and with that makes it a little more convoluted to operate. I really like the health functions regarding sleep, rest, and then training. The display being brighter and higher contrast actually makes it easily to see during an activity.
I really like the watch, I just wish it had a better battery life. On full charge it says 17 days, but I barely get 7 days. I previously had the Garmin Instinct, unless I was going somewhere to dress up, I would wear my Victorinox with leather straps. I wanted something that I could wear to all occasions, and this fit the bill. I have nylon straps in different color to make it fun and match what I was wearing. I also have nice leather Garmin bands for when I dress up. I use it to track time, steps, workouts, runs, hikes, kayaking, and mountain biking. But I'm a little disappointed going from the solar Instinct where I could go 20-30 days from charging it to pretty much less than a week. I have yet to do a backpacking trip, but I would be hesitant to have it tracking the whole time, especially if it was really cold weather, if the battery would hold up.
The GPS accuracy is top-notch, ensuring precise tracking for all my activities, whether I'm on a trail run or a long bike ride. I especially value the detailed heart rate monitoring and sleep tracking features. The heart rate data is reliable and helps me fine-tune my training intensity, while the sleep insights offer a deeper understanding of my rest patterns, aiding in better recovery.
Battery life is impressive, lasting well beyond a typical workout week, which means I don't have to worry about frequent recharging. The customizable watch faces and extensive app compatibility add a personal touch, making it a versatile companion for both fitness and everyday wear.
Have had the watch for about a month and has performed as promised. Very comfortable fit as I now wear it all night to get an accurate sleep score. I probably only use about 2% of the functions available as the online manual is like 160 pages.
I bought this a month ago luckily on sale and it does all the activity and health features I wanted and MORE. I use it daily for walks and cycling, and I used it for displaying the tides of an ocean area where I fish. The morning feature is nice, because it gives you a health rundown of your readiness to workout according to your sleep, recovery, and more. It's very durable and waterproof, too. It is large and a bit heavy, but I'm a tall, large person, so it fits. The Garmin app gives more information and makes it easier to read. The amoled display is colorful and bright to make it very easy to read. I haven't used the navigation feature yet, but I love electronics that have more than I need in case I need it in the future.
I love this watch. I have several extremely expensive watches - Hublot/Rolex - I have not worn them since I purchased my Epix. It does everything such that I never take it off. The morning reports are pretty good indicators of my energy level - HRV being the best. The heart rate monitor is also pretty good. I have uploaded a bunch of music so I no longer have to run with my iPhone. Worth every penny and then some.
I had a Garmin Instinct which I loved and used many years - now that I got a good deal on the Epix (Gen 2) I upgraded and I am so glad I did. I still use the Instinct at times but the data collection of HR and quick GPS acquisition and the ability to read the display so much better is impressing me. I also love the watch face customization and glances and apps you can load - quite a step up compared to the Instinct and the touch screen was also something I love.
The watch battery is amazing last four days the accuracy of the steps and heart rate are great. It’s a great for walks and being out and about for along period of time. It’s very light weight and surprisingly very durable. It is a Watch. I would recommend. I hope one day That the watch will have cellular connectivity or satellite for better communication.