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Comparing the epix Pro Gen 2 With Other epix Gen 2 Editions
Below are some FAQs to help you learn what is new with the epix™ Pro (Gen 2) - Sapphire Edition and epix™ Pro (Gen 2) - Standard Edition watches, and help you decide which one is right for you.
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Which epix Pro Size Is Right for Me?
- What Is the Difference Between Corning Gorilla Glass DX and Sapphire Lens?
- What Mapping Is Preloaded on the epix Pro?
- How Does the Touchscreen Work?
- What Is the Built in LED Flashlight?
- What Is the Hill Score Feature?
- What Is the Endurance Score Feature?
- How Do These New Features Compare?
- Comparison Charts
Which epix Pro Size Is Right for Me?
Our epix Pro watches allow you to choose the right-sized watch based on your preference or your wrist size. Below is a comparison between the three different epix Pro sizes. All sizes feature an AMOLED display.
NOTE: Wrist circumference sizes are based on the silicone band.
| Band Size | Wrist Circumference | Case Diameter | Screen Size | |
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| epix Pro (Gen 2) 42 mm | 20 mm | 108–182 mm (4.25-7.16”) | 42 mm | 1.2" |
| epix Pro (Gen 2) 47 mm | 22 mm | 125–208 mm (4.96-8.18”) | 47 mm | 1.3" |
| epix Pro (Gen 2) 51 mm | 26 mm | 127–210 mm (5-8.26”) | 51 mm | 1.4" |
For an overview of the feature differences across the epix Pro watches, see the new features comparison below.
What Is the Difference Between Corning Gorilla Glass DX and Sapphire Crystal Lens?
Corning Gorilla Glass DX is designed to be scratch-resistant, but it is not as durable as the sapphire crystal lens. The sapphire crystal lens is incredibly durable. It is the third hardest mineral, right behind diamond, and as a result, the lens is much harder to scratch than glass. Note that while the sapphire crystal lens can be very difficult to scratch, it is still not scratchproof.
What Mapping Is Preloaded on the epix Pro?
The epix Pro comes preloaded with popular ski resort maps and more than 42,000 golf courses. TopoActive maps for your local region come preloaded on the watch. Additional region coverage can be downloaded with Map Manager over Wi-Fi to add routable streets and off-road networks.
How Does the Touchscreen Work?
The epix Pro comes with a touchscreen interface for quick access to selections and functions. Button controls are also available for all functions, and with default settings, both touch and button interactions are available during general use. By default, touch interaction will be temporarily disabled while an activity is in progress.
What Is the Built in LED Flashlight?
Built into the top of the watch is an LED flashlight. You can select different brightness levels of white light, or a red safety light. The flashlight also allows to you to set strobe patterns and customize the settings for use during activities, allowing greater visibility for you and for other people to see you.
What Is the Hill Score Feature?
This feature measures your capability for running uphill and evaluates your progress over time based on your VO2 Max estimate and training history. It measures your running strength on steep ascents and running endurance on long ascents and provides a score based on your performance over time.
What Is the Endurance Score Feature?
This feature measures your ability to sustain prolonged efforts and combines training data from all your athletic pursuits to help you understand how training impacts your overall endurance. This dynamic measurement uses your VO2 Max estimate, short-term and long-term training loads, and other factors to gauge your fitness progress beyond just VO2 Max.
How Do These New Features Compare?
Below is an overview comparison of available features on the epix Pro watches. For a complete comparison, see comparison charts below.1
| epix™ Pro (Gen 2) - 42 mm | epix™ Pro (Gen 2) - 47 mm | epix™ Pro (Gen 2) - 51 mm | epix™ (Gen 2) Standard Edition or Sapphire Edition | |
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| Display Size | 1.2" (390 x 390 pixels) | 1.3" (416 x 416 pixels) | 1.4" (454 x 454 pixels) | 1.3" (416 x 416 pixels) |
| Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Music apps and music storage | • | • | • | • |
| Touchscreen and buttons | • | • | • | • |
| Built-in LED flashlight | • | • | • | |
| Next-Gen heart rate sensor | • | • | • | |
| Battery life - smartwatch mode | Up to 10 days (4 days always-on) | Up to 16 days (6 days always-on) | Up to 31 days (11 days always-on) | Up to 16 days (6 days always-on) |
| Battery life - All Satellite Systems + Multiband | Up to 13 hours (10 hours always-on) | Up to 20 hours (15 hours always-on) | Up to 38 hours (30 hours always-on) | Sapphire Editions only: Up to 20 hours (15 hours always-on) |
| Multi-band GPS connectivity | • | • | • | Sapphire Editions only |
Garmin Pay™ contactless Payments View current supported country, payment network and issuing bank information | • | • | • | • |
| Heat & altitude-adjusted VO2 max | • | • | • | • |
| Body Battery™ energy monitor | • | • | • | • |
| TopoActive maps with Wi-Fi downloads | Preloaded | Preloaded | Preloaded | Sapphire Editions: Preloaded |
| Preloaded ski maps | • | • | • | • |
| Preloaded golf courses | • | • | • | • |
| Hill Score | • | • | • | |
| Endurance Score | • | • | • |
Comparison Charts
The following comparison charts have been created for you to review differences in product features and specifications.
- epix Pro (Gen 2) Standard Edition 47mm - epix (Gen 2) - fēnix® 7 Sapphire Solar - fēnix® 6 Pro Solar
- epix Pro (Gen 2) Standard Edition 42mm - epix Pro (Gen 2) Standard Edition 47mm - epix Pro (Gen 2) Standard Edition 51mm - epix (Gen 2) Standard Edition
- epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition 47mm - epix (Gen 2) Standard Edition - MARQ® Athlete (Gen 2)
1 Garmin® currently does not offer any upgrade or trade-in programs for the epix (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition or Standard edition watches.