The Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition 51mm smartwatch blows the Apple Watch Ultra 2 out of the water, or at least for those with active lifestyles, and you can get one for $689.99 shipped, originally $1,099.99. Battery life is where the Epix Pro first flexes its muscle. Apple’s Ultra 2 boasts 36 hours of juice, respectable for a smartwatch but a mere warm-up for Garmin’s beast. The Epix Pro 51mm stretches up to 31 days in smartwatch mode, 82 hours with GPS, or 17 hours with GPS and music streaming. Product page.
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Navigation is another arena where the Epix Pro carves its own path. Its topographic maps, preloaded with NextFork guidance, keep you on track during trail runs or alpine treks, with a vibrant 1.4-inch AMOLED display that pops even in blinding sunlight.
Durability is non-negotiable for adventure watches, and the Epix Pro Sapphire Edition 51mm is built like a tank. Its scratch-resistant sapphire lens and titanium bezel shrug off abuse, whether you’re scraping rocks while climbing or bumping through daily life.
This watch is amazing. I debated for a while ordering it as it is definitely expensive but it’s worth the price depending on your needs. I upgraded from an Apple Watch and the difference is night and day. I use this for training and I record everything and it shows me every little detail, even details I didn’t even realize I wanted (Torch!) and more. The battery life is also amazing. The battery life is phenomenal as well. I use this with Music and GPS every day and the battery lasts me 10 days easily. The Apple Watch wouldn’t even last a day,” said one reviewer.
