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

@Fulgur98

11 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@MarkLewisfitness

11 ай бұрын

@@RachelSchloer You win the "most observant" prize! And my wife is getting fired as video errors checker!!!!

@travroy

11 ай бұрын

My Epix Pro arrived today and as a longtime Fenix 5+ user I couldn't be more disappointed. This thing looks like a toy and I can barely see the display in direct sunlight with polarized sunglasses. Think twice before migrating from MIP to AMOLED.

@MT-ou3lh

11 ай бұрын

Then get the watch checked, maybe it’s broken. A few days ago I compared the Epix w/ my 2023 tactix and a 5 pro next to each other and the display of the Epix is a different league.

@travroy

11 ай бұрын

@@MT-ou3lh The watch was in working order and promptly returned. There are several reports of Garmin's AMOLED displays not jiving with polarized glasses. I'm a runner first and smart watch user second, so the benefits of the new display were probably lost on me. That said, Garmin's UI is well behind the curve compared to other smart watch makers and AMOLED seems to amplify the issue. The Epix Pro display looked like a knockoff of a Galaxy watch I owned five years ago.

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

@DJ_Lanz

4 ай бұрын

And you just convinced me to order de Epix 2 Pro while also already owning an AW Ultra 😁 Do you wear both watches?

@BS-zy3tn

4 ай бұрын

@@DJ_Lanz I actually sold my Ultra lol. Once I put it on, I never took it off. In my opinion, it does everything better. I absolutely love the thing. Especially the flashlight function! You'll see, the AE Ultra becomes irrelevant, so long as you're more interested in having a fitness device opposed to an extension of your phone

@AuRowe

3 ай бұрын

Great comment😂

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.

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

@MarkLewisfitness

11 ай бұрын

Say hi to the Bears for me 😂

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.

@travroy

11 ай бұрын

I started out with an FR255 and then graduated to a Fenix 5+ which I wore 24/7 for many years. Now I have an FR955 and recently the Epix Pro 2. I still prefer the look and feel of a 255 over all of them. Edit: Congrats on starting your run journey! Prepare to have your life changed forever

@Indik47

11 ай бұрын

FR 2xx are fantastic watches. Had an older 245, really there's not much difference in functionality with the more expensive Fenix/Epix.

@dliedke

7 ай бұрын

@@Indik47 I had 235, 935, Fenix 6X and Fenix 7X. The battery, multiband GPS and LED flashlight in Fenix 7X is amazing. There is no way it can be compared with 245.

@Indik47

7 ай бұрын

@@dliedke Battery on the 245 lets you run at least 10 to 12 hours, do you need more? I certainly don't. LED flashlight doesn't help with running. Multiband GPS is a nice feature but gives no real benefit in most scenarios (245 GPS accuracy is very good). 245 can be compared to Fenix, as running experience in both of them is pretty identical, except for the maps - which are, again, useful for long trails but for road running are never needed. 235/935 feel more outdated than 245 - no argues here. Garmin made a big step forward in *45 series. p.s. I do own a Fenix 7 now, I know what I`m talking about.

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

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.

@MarkLewisfitness

11 ай бұрын

Good luck, 50 miles is a serious distance 💪

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 😂🙏

@frankniethardt1813

4 күн бұрын

Same here. I'm having a Fenix 6S Pro and was trying the Fenix 7 Pro last week. But the display has gotten worse through all those layers they added - Touch and Solar. I wondered whether an Epix would fit in. But after watching the video I'm not too sure about upgrading.

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.

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

@EricB03

11 ай бұрын

Thinking about doing the same and selling my tactix 7 pro for an Epix 51mm

@MrVikking74

10 ай бұрын

How are the re sale values?

@ufcfan3940

10 ай бұрын

I may get this

@andreshenao6574

8 ай бұрын

I did the same 😊 and the jump to oled screen it feels so good

@MrSupernova111

8 ай бұрын

How did you sell your other Garmin watches? Is there an online marketplace for these type of watches?

Really interesting to see the quality improvements in your videos when showing earlier clips. Great work 👏

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!

I bought my Fenix 6 15 months ago brand new for 350$ here in Greece and I am quite happy with it! In fact as you said, I hardly use 10% of it as I am a runner. I would like somethong looking rugged enough but a bit lighter. Maybe a Fenix 7s titanium would work but right now I feel its too soon to upgrade! time will tell. thanks for the video!

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

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.

@MarkLewisfitness

11 ай бұрын

Yep. 6x is still a solid watch.

@thepatternforms859

11 ай бұрын

@@MarkLewisfitnessGarmin enduro 2 beats all these

@cooloutac

6 ай бұрын

ya i've had the 6x too for a while. and its so good I don't think i will be upgrading any time soon.

Perfect explanation love how you said the left vs right side of the tree. I think the same way about some of these minor updates.

Thanks Mark, always very interesting, entertaining and informative videos with really good down to earth sport wisdom..brilliant!💪

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

Absolute goat Mark. Nothing not to love about your content brother! Thanks man

Another outstanding review. Love that you are happy to give a clear recommendation.

Hi mark, been listening to this vlog. I’ve got the fenix 5x and love it. Had it about 2 years now and love the watch , would I get much difference in upgrading to the 7 or the epix? I’m not sure I’ll get more than what I’m getting already. Very tempting as I love the big rugged look of the as well. Do you reckon I’ll be getting more nerdy stuff than I already have?

Great video. Thanks. I have Fenix 5X and been thinking about upgrading. Leaning towards the Epix Pro now.

Great video Lewis. Thanks for this im a so torn between - well at this stage- fenix 7, fenix 7x, fenix6 pro, enduro 2. Epix pro. I wanted to ask your wrist size and if you dont find the 51mm X versions bulky or such?

Just discovered your channel Mark and you are brilliant. We are only ever a few seconds away from a belly laugh and all the information is great. Keep it up.

Great review. Love the real life review / sense of humour and nods to the 80s! Happy to subscribe.

Great review and comparison. I've been watch quite a few of your videos and really like the "reality" approach that some of the data and/or wearing the trackers 24/7 are not actually necessary. I dig that even though I'm on a path for more accuracy and data at the moment and testing stuff. I've had a Fenix 6 Pro for 3+ years now, just cross tested with a Whoop 4.0 and an Apple Watch SE. I returned the Whoop as I felt it was uncomfortable. And now I'm trying to figure out if I resell the Fenix 6 Pro and the SE to move to an AW Ultra or to a Fenix 7 Pro or Epix. As I said, I like your approach but I'm keen to track everything right now, sleep, recovery, all activities, and for me that includes surfing which namely requires a rugged watch, strength training and HIIT workouts. Wonder what would be your recommendation/suggestion for me, between the Ultra or one of the 2 new Garmins (maybe the Epix Pro Gen2). Keep doing a great work on the videos. Cheers

Not hardcore details about the watches but an honest review which many times are much better. Deep diving in specs you can do all by yourself, awesome video.

I stumbled across your channel while looking at garmin watches. Mate, you crushed the videos. Highly enjoyable.

I recently upgraded my old Fenix 3 HR (MIPS display) for a Forerunner 265 for just over £400. Main reason was just for that AMOLED display and multiband GPS. Don't get me wrong, would love an Epix or Epix Pro but couldn't justify the cost and given I mainly just use it for running I didn't really need the extra features of the Epix or 965 i.e. maps. No regrets apart from prefer the chunky look of the Epix especially with the 51mm display (the Forerunner I have has 47mm and is very much a slimline watch compared to the Epix 🤔)

Picked a standard edition epix up. Im a short arse with some bulk, so hoping 47mm will be a good balance. Most of my collection are 44-46mm. Coming from a galaxy smart watch. And just wanting to get out more. Great video and focused on individual needs which was refreshing.

Like your videos man! Keep doing your thing!

great stuff Mark, - highly entertaining as always. Thanx!

Pretty cool! I have the Fenix 7 Sapphire which I got last year. Sometimes I wish I got the Epix since I primarily use the watch for fitness and don't actually need a battery that last a full month like the Fenix 7. The iwatch was out of the question due to the terrible battery life. That said, my Fenix 7 is as rugged as it gets and it works perfectly. No complaints other than the Epix would have been a little nicer to look at on my wrist.

Just discovered you, oh my god man. You are absolutely hilarious, long ago since I laughed this genuinely. Keep the great stuff up!

congrats on the 10k!!

great content Mark!! ..it really helped me as a fenix 3 owner.. epix!

DC rainmaker for the in-depth geek review, you for the ‘what does all the mean for the normal user’ view of things :) I have a fenix 6 and am tempted to update for the nice new shiny stuff but I cannot really find a good justification either.

Really the best reviews of running watches on KZread. I have a garmin fenix 6 pro. Really enjoying it, but like you, I want that phone free experience when out for a quick run.

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!

I just bought a Forerunner 245 as my first sports watch. It looked way more manly and rugged in the photos... doh! Great video as always, thanks Mark!

On point. Best review i have seen so far. Thanks

Awesome video as always Mark, off to get the new bright screen ;)

I wish I could like this video more than once. Every cutaway to random scenes was hilarious. Also, informative.

Great review! Subscribed!

Absolutely love your videos🔥

I enjoy your honest and very “everydayman”, unbias but subjective review of the watches and functionality of them all. I purchased a FR55 half a year ago, switched it two months in for a new 265s, and now changing that for the Epix 2nd gen Pro. From your perspective it will suit me perfectly compared to other models/brands, and I tend only to use and have one watch that does it all. That said I am affected by having to carry around my phone at all times in order to check my blodsugar. If I was not, maybe my need for a watch would be different.

"When you're 14 every MM counts" - Mark Lewis 2:12 - PREACHHHH

Mark your videos are the best. Glad to have stumbled onto your channel and glad to see you have enough sense to know the strengths and weaknesses of both apple and Garmin. It’s the harsh reality that, right now, one can’t do it all. Maybe this year with apple will change that? Probably not…but fingers crossed!

Nice breakdown. I have a 745 which is a few years old now. I think the new Epix will also use the ECG when it's released in Europe. One thing that DC mentioned was that the Epix still uses the older UI and not the new UI found on the 956 🤔 First world problems eh.?

Great stuff as always!

Great advice and excellent video man!!

Yes!! Was hoping you were gonna do this!!👍🏻 (Still wearing my Fenix 6 pro sapphire 😅 )

Great review ! thank you so much!

thx for your point off view 🤙👍

Awesome awesome review my man 💪

Just on the point of continuous tracking, exchanging Garmin wearables while all being connected to the same connect account on your phone will still give accurate training and health metrics. There might be some who want to trial both the fenix and epix simultaneously before deciding. The deals on epix gen 2 are really getting silly, I got one this week for gbp 250. Yes it’s the 47mm, but at this price I get to see what it’s all about before considering the hefty price on the epix pro.

Great info thanks Mark. I just ordered a Garmin fenix 6X Pro Solar Edition GPS Smartwatch from Cabelas in the US. I live in Colorado and really interested in the Garmin functionality but as its my 1st smartwatch I am really OK with a previous version to try it out and save a few bob. I will use it when we head up the mountains.

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.

@Seanonyoutube

7 ай бұрын

What if I want to navigate in direct middle eastern sun with sunglasses on?

Hey Mark, I'm using Fenix 7 sapphire solar, and also garmin hr strap, the problem is I bought the garmin hr strap because the hr from my fenix 7 wasn't accurate on running sprints and in gym when I was on my hr peeks, so for example I can feel that I can't breath on doing quads and my garmin shows hr of 110 to 115, also when I'm running I noticed I'm doing 20 sec full out sprint and my garmin is lagging it shows hr of 160 when I'm almost done without breath, then I bought garmin hr pro strap and realize I get a lot more accurate hr data doing gym workouts and doing sprints, tested out both the hr strap and garmin separately and realize the garmin watch it self is lagging so much and its not even accurate 70% during peeks. So does that happened to you or someone else?

Thanks mark. Now the proud owner of the Epix pro gen 2, and I’ve also sailed through my first sub 25 5K now too 😁 keep up the awesome content!

Hey Mark, wondering do any of these track car movements as activity or steps? its one thing ive hated with some trackers. Thanks

Hi Mark - do you have a view on which screen Amoled or MIP displays better underwater (I.e while swimming). This is the piece of the puzzle missing from all of my pre-purchase research.

So hard to resist upgrading from my 7X to that beautiful screen.

Thanks for the review. I appreciate the "common sense" interpretation of all the features and what they might mean to me, i.e."Do I care if I went left or right around a tree....?" It helps me chill out about not feeling stressed about not spending $$$$ for the best...

I’m still on the fenix 3! Although 3rd version as the buttons seem to fail if you use it for swimming, even though it is a multi sports watch. Garmin have replaced it both times - decent service. I have the titanium model which I like as the strap can’t fail and it is very light too. I’ve had loads of Garmins... although my first GPS watch was a Timex Ironman, it had a separate gps unit that you had to strap to your arm, and it took about half an hour to locate satellites. I also use a Forerunner 945 (swimming safe) - both have so much functionality that until they fail I can’t see the point of upgrading. I run, swim, row and cycle, and they do the job. Although new shiny thing... hmmm...

Great overview as usual Mark 👍🏻 For me … I will keep my Fenix 7X Solar for now. It does everything I want. I mainly use it to log / track outdoor day walks (effectively just a diary of what I’ve been up to really, not complex data analysis) On wrist mapping (with TalkyToaster mapping), is very very useful too. No need for a handheld GPS, hooray. Sounds trivial, but when going fast or scrambling or whatever, glancing at my wrist to check for routing info is much better than looking at a GPS in your hand. At one time, before the Fenix, I used to ‘wear’ a small biking GPS on my wrist for mapping. Looked weird, but it worked. I use it on multi-day wilderness expeditions too. In day to day use I wear it all the time, sleep tracking, HRV, etc. In the multi-day scenario, when paddling on the sea, it is switched off during the day and a Montana 700 does the tracking. It’s used in the evening to track any on-land activity from the camp. The battery easily lasts a whole week or more without needing a charge. All I have with me are power-packs, no mains power! Other multi-day stuff involves on land trips, where it will be on all the time, tracking when moving, so best battery life in important. Multi-day bike trips are tracked by an Edge 840 solar, not my Fenix. Will wait and see what the Fenix 8 looks like 😉. Probably will be amoled I guess 🤔 I’ve used many Garmin GPS devices over the decades (!) They always seemed to prioritise direct sun visibility before anything else. The way engineers think I guess? Sunlight readable screens were / are always less power hungry than anything more fancy. Power efficiency is crucial for wilderness use. Less applicable for urban use? I hope they continue to offer MIP and Amoled screens so we have a choice.

@Seanonyoutube

7 ай бұрын

For mapping, do you not find the maps hard to see sometimes on a MIP in shaded/wooded areas?

Great review bro

Great video, love your sense of humour! I definitely agree that you don't have to check always all the data and monitor all health stats. I've never been a "data guy" so I'm using probably just 20% of Garmin's functions😂 But still love it! That said, going out without my phone just with the watch would be really great option, but shame that Apple is protecting it's Apple Watch so Garmin watch will probably still have limited calls and text messages functions😐 Thanks for the video! Really appreciate not technical review and opinion🙏

Bossman :), always have a smile on my face after watching your videos. I’m coming from a vivoactive 4 which I’ve had for 3 years (my first smart sport watch) I’m thinking of upgrading to the epix pro, my question is far more shallow. To me it’s all about sizing, given I’m about to dish out a grand on this. So what’s you wrist size? Just to get a relative idea.. of how that 51mm looks on your wrist. To be honest I’m hoping the electronics section in John Lewis will have ones I can actually try on. I thought the 45mm vivoactive 4 looked pretty decent on my 17cm wrist. I am however enticed by the longer battery life on the larger 51 mm.

I have the garmin tactix delta, i love the rugged military look and feel, but i am debating swapping to the epix pro 2 or the apple watch ultra. What are your thoughts on the tactix delta?

Hey Mark, I just discovered your channel a couple of days ago and really really love it. Wanted to see what do you think about the new WatchOS 10 updates? All the best from Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina!

Love your stuff but I think that this might be my favorite video of yours, I’m still on the fence as what to get. Currently rocking the Fenix 6x Pro, but can’t decide between the fenix 7x sapphire solar bc it’s on sale, or the new 7x pro sapphire solar or Epix? Or waiting for the fenix 8 to be announced? Tough choices, but if you want to sell your old fenix 7x sapphire solar, let me know. Keep up the great vids

Hi Mark, I strongly consider a garmin instinct 2x (with torch), and less money for a poor bugger like me. Keep up the good work! Cheers, Martijn.

Great review thank you!

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.

Great vid. I disagree with the dismissal of the new GPS accuracy. I like to explore new places on my own rather than organised events. The problem for me for wasn't ever looking back at runs and worrying about whether the recorded route was spot on, but navigation, losing the trail in challenging conditions. E.g. running in surprisingly deep tree covered valleys in the Cotswolds or up the side of a volcano in Tenerife. In the former, I ran for half a mile in the wrong direction on a moonless night and in the latter I ended up clinging to a rock in the middle of a cactus field, some of them with scarily strong cobwebs between them. Running the same routes with a Gen2 Marq Athlete means I've never lost the trail since.

@Seanonyoutube

7 ай бұрын

Your use case is very similar to mine. 1. Why Marq? Is it superior to the fenix/epix pro in accuracy? Or did you get the marq a while ago for better accuracy which the pro line now inherited too? 2. For your use-case do you prefer MIP or OLED? Everyone says maps look more detailed on OLED, but I wonder if it wouldn’t be annoying to constantly have to gesture with my wrist to bring full brightness on with an epix if i’m running through a sunny course…

Love your videos. Telling it as it is.

i've been looking at the fenix 6 lately as my first watch since the prices seem pretty nice on facebook market place so i like that you still recommend the old watch

High quality and detailed review!

You are bloody hilarious I watching this sitting next to my girlfriend checking on my delivery every 5 Min for my epix pro , as I starting laughing so loud that she liturally jumped out of her skinn . Love your humour and you videos very informative and helpful. As well you looking awesome for a 50 year old dude keep up the good work stay fit stay healthy

Nice vid as almost always, just couldn't unsee you flipping the bird for ages at the beginning of the video😂

Great watching your vids and feedback I currently own a fenix 6x pro and I love it had it 2 years now I did think about getting the forerunner 965 but to be honest the 6x pro is enough it still brilliant and I mainly do a lot of treadmill running fast 5k times and since I’ve had the 6x pro my times for 5k have gone from 22 mins to 16 mins as I like to try and beat my previous and the watch has given me so much feedback , the new watches really look nice but I ain’t willing to spend £1000 at the moment when I have everything I need on the 6 x pro minus the beautiful amoled screen watch faces

I’m glad to hear that they made the screen brighter and use less battery, I have my Fenix 7 up to full blast, thanks to my crappy eyesight without glasses. I’ll remember this when it’s time to upgrade (although considering Apple Ultra).

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

Damn you now I want an epic pro lol! Great review I’m thinking of getting my dad one for golf. Any chance you have done one of your reviews on the approach 62 vs 70? I’m torn on getting him the latest greatest vs the last model for 300 less and I love your style of review. Cheers mate 🤙

Love your videos. My mindset has totally adjusted as a result from the younger version of me that was super competitive to understanding now in my late 40s that being number 1 is not the aim now, being above average and a little better each day is a life success.

Great video. Maybe F8 will go AMOLED. As battery life on that big epix pro is great. But still using my Tactix Delta solar I got last year at a great price once the new 7s cane out. Dies more than what I need, battery life in weeks. And only moved from it from my 5 sapphire fir the maos, which are great, especially with Talki toaster maps. And yes the inner 80s kid does like the rugged look if the Tactix.

Hi Mark ... always a pleasure to watch your amazing reviews. You sold me on amoled 😂 However, the sweet spot between an old F6 and this Epix Pro could be the Forerunner 265 (don’t laugh 😂)

Absolutely with you in this regard!

ordered the epix 2 pro in 51mm sapphire yesterday, time for an upgrade from my Fenix 6x sapphire

MIP display of the fenix is the most convenient screen as it is the most readable and always on.. it is not always easy during certain activities to do a wrist gesture to activate the screen.,and what about readibility of oled screen with polarised glasses? Yeah amoled it sure is prettier but probably less practical

Brilliant video 👏

I have a Garmin Fenix 3 (one size, huge), 6S and now a 7S. Love my 7S Solar. Need to sell my old ones lol. Wonder when the next Fenix is coming out - I won’t need it but I’ll want it. Trail running, 100 milers here. Need good battery life.

DC Rainmaker is the one to go to for all the graphs and technical details, some great in depth reviews!

That's it. Sticking with my F6. It does the job. Thx! :)

One reason to still use Fenix / MIP display: using watch as a bike computer (mounted on the handlebar). I don't want to buy a separate Garmin Edge unit, but an amoled in always-on mode is unusable in bright sunlight.

Good insight! I considered upgrading from the 6X to 7X Pro... briefly. I kitesurf so want buttons instead of touch, and moved from 5X to 6X for SpO2 and sleep tracking after being diagnosed with sleep apnea and started doing McKeown's breathwork. I also have a-fib so considered the Ultra (with its phone for water safety) but am on Garmin's ecosystem which is way better than Apple Health. The downside to the 6 is heart rate - atrocious accuracy! Outside of sleeping I use a Polar HRM10 to remedy that, though. Did you mention the ECG and I missed it? I've seen "no WiFi" listed on some 7X Pro Solar ads, but that's my preferred sync.

Very good review buddy, thanks I was looking at the epix pro 7 and you made my mind up to buy it. 😊😊😊😊

@141theuniqueone

11 ай бұрын

This will be my first garmin watch.

From a Fenix 6x Pro Solar owner, that was a perfect review.

Finally a "real world" review!! Thank you!! 🙏