In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5S Plus and Garmin epix Gen 2. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
| GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
|---|---|---|
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | Multisport | Multisport |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Width | 42 mm | - |
| Height | 42 mm | - |
| Depth | 15.4 mm | - |
| Weight | 65 g | - |
| Body Details | - | With band: 76 g Case only: 53 g |
| Body Material | Stainless steel, fibreglass reinforced polymer | Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass |
|---|---|---|
| Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, temperature | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits, dual grid coordinates format | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
| Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | Garmin Pay |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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| Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
| DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.3" |
| Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) |
| Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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| CASE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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| Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
| Case Shape | Round | Round |
| Bezel | Stainless steel | Passivated stainless steel |
| Case Back | - | Steel |
| Case Details | White | Rose gold | Silver | Slate steel |
| BAND | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Band Type | Band | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Width | 20 mm | 22 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 145-217 mm | 125-208 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
| Band Colour | White | Black | Sea foam | - |
| STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
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| BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | 7 day(s) | - |
| Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 11 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 4.5 hour(s) UltraTrac mode - up to 25 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5S Plus | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Charging/data cable |
|---|---|---|
| Preloaded Software | Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App | - |
| SAR Value | - | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 45 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |
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