Garmin Epix Pro

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Original price Garmin £829.99

From £618.48



Characteristics

Use
Fitness
Running
Cycling
Swimming/Diving
Outdoor/Mountain
Triathlon
Hiking
Options
GPS
Touch screen
Colour screen
Maps
Pulse on wrist
Chest strap
Offline Music
Sensors
Altimeter
Thermometer
Oximeter
Barometer
Connections
Bluetooth
WI-FI
NFC
Battery life (GPS Mode)
48-mas

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The new Garmin Epix Pro is a high-end multisport GPS watch from the American brand, which comes to market with the Garmin Fenix 7 Pro. Both Garmin smartwatches share solar charging, multiband GPS and available sizes (42, 47 and 51mm) to maximize your training and/or competition experience with the best features and qualities of a premium device.

This new Garmin Epix Pro GPS sports watch is designed for active people looking to track and improve their sports performance. The first thing to note about this Pro version of the Garmin Epix is its impressive AMOLED screen. A novelty that offers superior display quality, making data easy to read even in bright sunlight. In addition, it offers 24/7 health and wellness features, including sleep tracking, stress tracking and more.

What are the main features of the Garmin Epix Pro?

At RUNNEA we detail what the main features of this new version of Garmin s Epix Pro are

AMOLED screen

It offers superior display quality with vivid colors and high contrast. This makes data easy to read, even in bright sunlight.

New optical heart rate sensor

The watch is equipped with Garmins 5th generation Elevate sensor. This sensor has been completely reconfigured with more LEDs (6 lights and 4 electrodes) and additional sensors to improve the reliability of heart rate measurement. It is also capable of performing an electrocardiogram, although this function can be enabled at a later date via an upgrade.

Multiband GPS

All versions (Solar and Sapphire) of Garmin Epix Pro are equipped with dual-frequency multi GNSS mode. This improves GPS accuracy, which is essential for libre activities such as hiking, trail or cycling.

Battery life

The battery life of this Garmin Epix Pro features the following modes:

  • Smartwatch: up to 16 days (6 days with always-on display).
  • Energy saving watch mode: up to 21 days.
  • GPS only: up to 42 hours (30 hours with always-on display).
  • All satellite systems: up to 32 hours (24 hours always on).
  • All satellite systems + multiband systems: up to 20 hours (15 hours with always-on display).
  • All satellite systems + music: up to 10 hours.
  • GPS with maximum battery usage: up to 75 hours.
  • Expedition GPS: up to 14 days.

LED flashlight

The watch is also equipped with an LED flashlight built into the case. This is a practical feature for night activities, or also to be applied in case of emergency.

Ascent and endurance scoring

These new algorithms measure uphill running ability and assess overall endurance. They provide valuable information for athletes looking to improve their uphill performance and increase their endurance.

Red shift mode

This mode allows you to switch the display to red and black, reducing the brightness in the dark. This is a useful feature for nighttime activities, as it helps preserve night vision.

New sport profiles

The watch is enriched with new sports profiles, including team sports, basketball, soccer and even racquet sports. But you will also have the option to use it in routes with obstacles.

Health and wellness features

In addition to the sports features, the Garmin Epix Pro offers a range of health and wellness functions. It can track sleep, stress, breathing, hydration and even menstrual cycles. It also offers guided breathing exercises to help with stress management.

Connectivity

The second version of the Garmin Epix can connect to your smartphone to receive smart notifications. It's also compatible with Garmins Connect IQ platform, which allows you to add apps, watch faces and more.

What is the design of the Garmin Epix Pro like?

The watch is built to withstand the elements and the adversities of free sports. It features a black titanium case with a durable silicone strap, making it highly durable and water resistant to 100 meters. In addition, its 32GB memory allows you to store a large amount of data, including detailed maps for navigation.

Availability of Garmin Epix Pro models

So that you have it clearer, and you have under control all the possibilities offered by this Garmin Epix Pro, here are all the models available with their corresponding RRP.

  • Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) - Standard Edition: 42 mm ($949.99).
  • Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) - Standard Edition: 47 mm ($949.99).
  • Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) - Standard Edition: 51 mm ($1,049.99).
  • Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) - Sapphire Edition: 42 mm ($1,049.99).
  • Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) - Sapphire Edition: 47 mm ($1,049.99).
  • Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) - Sapphire Edition: 51 mm (1.149,99€).

In conclusion, the Garmin Epix Pro is a high-end sports watch that offers a multitude of features for athletes and the most active people. It is an interesting premium option, which stands out for its AMOLED screen, its improved GPS accuracy and its great battery life. Despite its starting RRP of 949.99€, its investment is all right, if your preference is to move on to the next one in terms of performance and overcome objectives.

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