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Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm vs Garmin fēnix 8

Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm (2023, listed at $899) and Garmin fēnix 8 (2024, listed at $1099) are both sport watches, so the choice comes down to specifics.

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Leads on raw specs: Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm(2–0)
Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm
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Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm

AMOLED multisport flagship — built-in LED flashlight, full TopoActive maps, 16-day battery.

$899list price
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Garmin fēnix 8
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Garmin fēnix 8

Garmin's no-compromise multisport flagship — built-in dive computer, AMOLED, multi-band GPS.

$1,099list price
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The verdict

On the numbers we track, Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm wins on weight (70 g vs 73 g) and price ($899 vs $1099).

Bottom line: on raw specs the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm leads 2 to 0, but five spec categories are only a starting point. Match it to your phone, your main sport and your budget before you decide, or run the free quiz to see how each ranks for your answers.

Spec by spec

Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm and Garmin fēnix 8 specifications
SpecGarmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mmGarmin fēnix 8
Battery (rated)16 days16 days
Weight70 g73 g
List price$899$1099
Water rating10ATM10ATM
Tracked features77
Case size47 mm47 mm
DisplayAMOLEDAMOLED
Works withboth iPhone and Androidboth iPhone and Android
Listed best formultisport and triathlon, outdoor adventure and runningmultisport and triathlon, outdoor adventure and running
Released20232024

Trophy marks the better value on the five measurable specs. Battery is the manufacturer's rating, not our test. How we score is on the methodology page.

Feature overlap

Both have (7)

  • built-in GPS
  • blood-oxygen (SpO₂)
  • on-device music
  • contactless payments
  • AMOLED display
  • offline maps
  • swim tracking

Only Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm (0)

Nothing unique.

Only Garmin fēnix 8 (0)

Nothing unique.

Which one should you pick?

Pick the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm if…

  • You want to spend less: it lists for $200 less.
  • You want a lighter watch: 70 g vs 73 g.
  • You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Garmin fēnix 8 only works with Android.

Skip it if…

  • • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 47 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
  • • You want something light enough to sleep in — it weighs 70 g.
  • • You are watching your budget — the list price is $899.

Pick the Garmin fēnix 8 if…

  • You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm only works with Android.
  • You want the newer model (2024 vs 2023).

Skip it if…

  • • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 47 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
  • • You want something light enough to sleep in — it weighs 73 g.
  • • You are watching your budget — the list price is $1099.

Frequently asked questions

Which has better battery life, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm or the Garmin fēnix 8?

They are rated the same, at about 16 days per charge. Real-world life depends on GPS, display and cellular use.

Which is cheaper, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm or the Garmin fēnix 8?

The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm has the lower list price: $899 against $1099 in our database. List prices change often, so check Amazon for today's price.

Do the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm and Garmin fēnix 8 work with iPhone and Android?

Yes, they have the same phone support: both iPhone and Android.

Which is better for swimming, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) 47mm or the Garmin fēnix 8?

Neither has an edge on water rating: both are rated 10ATM. 10ATM is suitable for swimming and surface water sports. It is not a dive rating unless the maker says so.

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