GARMIN EPIX PRO - Can It Replace Fenix 7 AND Apple Ultra?

The Garmin Epix Pro (gen 2) might just be a perfect blend of Fenix 7x and Apple Watch Ultra. Rugged AND Pretty 💪

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[MarkLewisfitness]

As the thumbnail shows, a perfect blend of rugged and beautiful. And the watch is nice too 😂😂

[ShawnKibel]

I bought a new Fenix 3 Sapphire ~10 years ago....10 YEARS AGO!!! It still works perfectly and I still only need to charge it about once every 10 days. I'm watching this video as I'm finally breaking down and thinking about an upgrade...and I'm struggling because my Fenix 3 still really does all that I need it to do. I have replaced the wristband 3 times, but the watch is an amazing bit of engineering! Think of the core "must haves" in functionality that you have to have and go with the appropriate Garmin device. Don't worry about all the other bells and whistles. I promise you that you won't really use them anyway. Go with the Garmin that has all the things you really need and you will not be disappointed. It is rare to get any technology that will last for 10 years, but Garmin delivers exactly that.

[BS-zytn]

I just started watching this dude.

He made me feel better about purchasing the Epix 2 Pro while already owning an AW Ultra, and he’s reassured me that being bald doesn’t mean ugly. Subscribed, great content

[thomashackett]

Your videos not only got me into running (onto 20 mins in one go now!) I've also bought my first sportswatch, nothing fancy (Forerunner 255) but it's helping me already (mainly by giving me a little dopamine hit when the little numbers go up).

Thanks mate.

[davidwhite]

Let's be honest, you encouraged your dog to eat the box so you could say to the missus "I have to keep it as the dog has invalidated the warranty, luv" - I'm loving my Epix Pro Saphhire 51mm after coming from a Fenix 5x 51mm. At 56 the display is much kinder to my old eyes. Absolutely with you on the size of the previous Epix, I wanted a 51mm big boy and Garmin did the business.

[RockkcoR]

I’ve been a long time Fenix series owner. I recent had the Tactix 7 and Forerunner 965. What having both made me realize is that I prefer the more rugged Fenix in 51mm with the interface of the Forerunner 965 or epix series. Once I caught wind of the Epix Pro I knew they finally had a winner that blended both for me. I sold the other two and am now a more than happy owner of the Epix Pro in 51mm

[rhinopaul]

Had the 6x for a few years and unlike the previous 5x and 3HR that I quickly upgraded I will be sticking with the 6x for a while longer. Its been with me up Kilimanjaro and this year's London marathon tracked at 42.25kms, it doesn't get more accurate than that.

[ChrisBranch]

Brilliant, thanks Mark. I spent the first 10-minutes thinking, 'damn it, I need an Epix 2 pro!', then the final few minutes thinking, 'nah, I'll stick with my Fenix 6 pro'. Informative, sensible, entertaining ... and you just saved me a ton of money 😂🙏

[ft]

i am that person that goes into the wilderness for days and days at a time and got super excited when i upgraded to the Fenix 7 solar and realized i can track my hikes and not have to charge it every day

[ebmike]

I wore an AW4 from release day until the day the AW Ultra came out. I purchased both the AW Ultra and Epix Gen2 at the same time to compare. Ended up returning the AW Ultra after two days. Garmin Epix Gen2 is much better than anything AW has to offer. Sure I can't use my watch as a phone but then again we all need to disconnect from our smartphones anyways. I don't miss anything about the AW environment (maybe ApplePay but I just use my phone for that now) ESPECIALLY the terrible battery life. I cycle/train about 80-150 miles a week and my watch holds it's charge without issue. I charged my watch last Sunday and currently i'm at 6 Days of battery left. When it comes to AW vs Garmin it's smartwatch vs Sport Watch. Garmin wins that category hands down, almost thinking of getting the Epix Pro and gifting my Gen2 to my father who is a triathlete.

Great Review!

[matthewmuente]

Glad I found this, was looking into a Fenix.

As a side note, your content really speaks to me. I am also a finance worker (39 yrs old) who struggles with diet and bodyfat, and who also goes through periods of extraordinary endurance and weight training, sees great results, and tosses it in the trash. I'm currently training for my first 50 mile ultra in November, and trying desperately to get back on track. You definitely motivate me. Keep up the great content.

[adamkreuz]

I just picked up the Epix Pro 51mm as my first smartwatch ever. I'm more of a hiker so the better detail on the map meant more to me. Can't wait to try the golf app though

[christianjimenez]

This is my first time buying a smartwatch. I decided to get Epix Pro 51mm . So happy with it so far 🎉🎉.

[anoneemouse]

Long time watcher first time commenter. Love the videos.
I have had a Fenix 6X for years, just invested in a Epix (Gen2) Pro. I think the biggest 'game changer' is the user interface and detail of maps. If you use the watch to navigate the Epix is significantly better than the Fenix in every way.

[mscordill]

Spot on Mark. Really appreciate your open/honest review. I swapped my 7X for the Epix 2 Pro 51mm for the same reasons.

[mengusprime]

You always say what I’m thinking about these watches. One of the best, honest channels on YouTube!

[gorath]

hilarious and informative. Awesome work on the review Mark. Don’t think I ever watched every minute of a review 😊 And I’ll be sticking with my F6!

[moggsquad]

Really appreciate the down to earth style of explaining pros and cons. Focusing on what really matters to most users, rather than going all out on every single additional functionality you could have (but probably never need). Even risking upsetting Garmin fanboys in the past ;-) Keep up the good work.

[george.r]

I upgraded to this watch after using a Fenix 5x for 6.5 years and WOW technology moves fast! The screen on this thing is sweet!

[michaelcrispin]

As always, great video. Really enjoy the way you “keep it real”. Not pushing the latest and greatest, but explaining what works for all levels of physical activity. Keep it up.