In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 745 and Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire. 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 Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Multisport |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 43.8 mm | - |
Height | 43.8 mm | - |
Depth | 13.3 mm | - |
Weight | 47 g | - |
Body Details | - | With band: 70 g Case only: 47 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, digital compass, thermometre, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, menstrual cycle, temperature, hydration, recovery time, training load | 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 | Find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, VIRB control, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, store & play music, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, music playback control, weather information | 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, social apps, incoming calls | 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 Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, ANT+ | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 416 x 416 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.3" |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) | Sapphire glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Bezel | Fibre-reinforced polymer | - |
Case Back | - | Titanium |
Case Details | Black | Neo tropic | Black titanium | White titanium |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Width | 22 mm | 22 mm |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 126-216 mm | 125-208 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Silicone |
Band Colour | Black | - |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 7 day(s) | - |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days GPS mode - up to 16 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 6 hour(s) UltraTrac mode - up to 21 hour(s) |
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 |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 745 | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire |
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Included Accessories | USB cable | Charging/data cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ | - |
SAR Value | - | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | 45 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | -20 °C |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |