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47mm Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (Grey/Black)

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Amazon has 47mm Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (010-02803-10, Grey/Black) on sale for $499.99. Shipping is free.

Amazon has 51mm Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (010-02804-00, Black) on sale for $549.99. Shipping is free.

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Product Details:
  • 1.3" AMOLED display with sapphire lens and titanium bezel
  • Compatible with Android & iOS; 32 GB storage and built-in GPS
  • Tracks HRV, Pulse Ox, sleep, stress, and text messaging notifications
  • Multi-band GNSS with SatIQ for precision navigation and long battery life
  • Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB connectivity plus contactless payments and LED flashlight

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  • Our research indicates that this offer is $250 lower (33% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $749.99.
  • This offer matches previous Front Page deal.
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Amazon has 47mm Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (010-02803-10, Grey/Black) on sale for $499.99. Shipping is free.

Amazon has 51mm Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 Sapphire GPS Smartwatch (010-02804-00, Black) on sale for $549.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

Product Details:
  • 1.3" AMOLED display with sapphire lens and titanium bezel
  • Compatible with Android & iOS; 32 GB storage and built-in GPS
  • Tracks HRV, Pulse Ox, sleep, stress, and text messaging notifications
  • Multi-band GNSS with SatIQ for precision navigation and long battery life
  • Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB connectivity plus contactless payments and LED flashlight

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this offer is $250 lower (33% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $749.99.
  • This offer matches previous Front Page deal.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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peebs
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I have and still wear this daily. Love it, but a few notes worth considering:

- There's no speaker/mic (so you can't answer calls on it).
- The Fenix 8 has a speaker and mic and is also currently on sale.
- Feels like Fenix 9 is imminent given the sales, but if you're new to Garmin and this is within your budget, it's a good watch.
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sychan
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If you are ok with white band and white side of watch face (can just get a black cover for $10) and a Garmin refurbished unit with their warranty, can get for $399 with no tax (except for CA): https://www.gpsnation.com/product...efurbished
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thriftyscrooge
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Wearing this exact watch right now. It's been a massive upgrade from the Venu 3 I had previously, and I paid the same as this last Nov. I watched the price on this for a year, and the lowest it ever get was about $475 new, IIRC. I was eyeing the Fenix 8 Sapphire, but $800+ for that was a no-go; this is the better option.
The upgraded sensors on this watch do a much better job on providing useful accurate data when working out and for recovery. Only gripe is that the display doesnt always turn on when I flick the wrist and i sometimes need to press a button or tap the screen. Minor annoyance, but worth it to get about 10 days of solid, heavy use between charges.
FWIW, I've used Garmin fitness watches going back to about 2007 when the "watch" was like strapping on a mini tablet to your wrist and required a special USB cradle to sync with Garmin Connect desktop. I've had Forerunners, Vivoactives, Venus and now this one, and the build quality on this is excellent compared to the last 2.
The current software ecosystem is much much better, and the android Connect app works flawlessly. Did Garmin make a mistake by doing the whole Garmin+ BS? Yes. Does it impact you in anyway if you use this watch for 95% of it's intended function? No - just use it like any other Garmin watch and ignore the upsell.
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Community Reviews

The Epix Pro Gen 2 is a premium Garmin AMOLED smartwatch best for workout tracking, recovery data, and all day wear. The upgraded sensors, solid build quality, and Garmin Connect app support stand out, and battery life is reported around 10 days with heavy use or about 5 days with notifications and always on display. The main tradeoffs are no speaker or microphone for calls, a display that sometimes needs a button press to wake, and concern that this older platform may stop getting new features as newer Garmin models arrive. A strong pick if you want Garmin basics in a polished package.

Common Questions (5)

  • It is described as no longer supported, with software updates having stopped for the Epix/Fenix 7 generation after Garmin's software-development change. That means newer feature rollouts are being directed to newer models instead.

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  • The Fenix 8 47mm has a bigger screen and adds speaker/mic features, and the Fenix 9 is expected later this year. If those upgrades matter, waiting may make sense; if you want a lower-cost entry into Garmin now, this Epix Pro Gen 2 is still a strong option.

    hondajackapeebsavalon

  • No. It does not have a speaker or microphone, so you cannot answer calls on the watch. If call handling matters, the Fenix 8 is the Garmin model in this thread noted as having both.

    peebsThriftyHeart728

  • Battery life is about 10 days with heavy use for one owner, about 5 days with notifications on and the display always on, and over a week on non-AMOLED versions. Actual runtime depends heavily on always-on display and notification settings.

    thriftyscroogeZlatty

  • Yes. A Garmin certified refurbished 47mm Sapphire Edition with warranty was linked at about $399, and a black cover can be used to change the white-side look if needed.

    sychanavalon

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May 28, 2026 1:16 PM
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peebsMay 28, 2026 1:16 PM
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I have and still wear this daily. Love it, but a few notes worth considering:

- There's no speaker/mic (so you can't answer calls on it).
- The Fenix 8 has a speaker and mic and is also currently on sale.
- Feels like Fenix 9 is imminent given the sales, but if you're new to Garmin and this is within your budget, it's a good watch.
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May 28, 2026 1:23 PM
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immortalmanMay 28, 2026 1:23 PM
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Previous Gen watch. But yes 🔥 deal here!!
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May 28, 2026 1:45 PM
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If you are ok with white band and white side of watch face (can just get a black cover for $10) and a Garmin refurbished unit with their warranty, can get for $399 with no tax (except for CA): https://www.gpsnation.com/product...efurbished
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May 28, 2026 4:52 PM
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hondajackaMay 28, 2026 4:52 PM
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The Fenix 8 47mm has a bigger screen compared to 47mm Epix Gen 2. Personally, for that one reason, I would wait for the Fenix 8 hopefully on sale later this year. All other functionality to me are essentially the same between the two or unnecessary. I have a smartphone already and don't want the Fenix 8 smart watch features.
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May 28, 2026 5:06 PM
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avalon
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May 28, 2026 5:06 PM
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I wouldn't be spending $500 on a Garmin these days, they are not what they used to be

keep in mind Garmin has indicated they are going to release the Fenix 9 by the end of the year which should push prices down again

also factory refurbished Garmin is practically new for half the price usually
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May 28, 2026 8:18 PM
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WittyCaption5226May 28, 2026 8:18 PM
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Quote from avalon View quoted comment :
I wouldn't be spending $500 on a Garmin these days, they are not what they used to be

keep in mind Garmin has indicated they are going to release the Fenix 9 by the end of the year which should push prices down again

also factory refurbished Garmin is practically new for half the price usually
Could you share some insight on the state of Garmin? I don't really keep up with what they're doing. Figured I'd be getting another Instinct when mine eventually dies, but if there are reasons to avoid the brand these days it'd be nice to know.
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May 28, 2026 8:31 PM
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avalon
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May 28, 2026 8:31 PM
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Quote from WittyCaption5226 View quoted comment :
Could you share some insight on the state of Garmin? I don't really keep up with what they're doing. Figured I'd be getting another Instinct when mine eventually dies, but if there are reasons to avoid the brand these days it'd be nice to know.
after 2020 their feature development and the number of bugs became really bad

also this Epix2 is based on the Fenix7 which means as soon as the Fenix9 comes out later this year they won't update the software anymore

if it was a $200 refurb I'd say go for it

$500 no way, not even the $400 refurb listed by someone else

Garmin is coming out with $200 watches now like the forerunner 170 with more features than last year's flagships
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May 28, 2026 9:48 PM
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standardstumpyMay 28, 2026 9:48 PM
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I have an Instinct 3 and haven't noticed any fall-off in Garmin quality. That said, I've never ventured into the super high end side of their watches as I prefer MIPS and the Instinct line
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May 29, 2026 12:08 AM
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thriftyscroogeMay 29, 2026 12:08 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

Wearing this exact watch right now. It's been a massive upgrade from the Venu 3 I had previously, and I paid the same as this last Nov. I watched the price on this for a year, and the lowest it ever get was about $475 new, IIRC. I was eyeing the Fenix 8 Sapphire, but $800+ for that was a no-go; this is the better option.
The upgraded sensors on this watch do a much better job on providing useful accurate data when working out and for recovery. Only gripe is that the display doesnt always turn on when I flick the wrist and i sometimes need to press a button or tap the screen. Minor annoyance, but worth it to get about 10 days of solid, heavy use between charges.
FWIW, I've used Garmin fitness watches going back to about 2007 when the "watch" was like strapping on a mini tablet to your wrist and required a special USB cradle to sync with Garmin Connect desktop. I've had Forerunners, Vivoactives, Venus and now this one, and the build quality on this is excellent compared to the last 2.
The current software ecosystem is much much better, and the android Connect app works flawlessly. Did Garmin make a mistake by doing the whole Garmin+ BS? Yes. Does it impact you in anyway if you use this watch for 95% of it's intended function? No - just use it like any other Garmin watch and ignore the upsell.
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luvbooxMay 29, 2026 8:52 PM
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Quote from avalon View quoted comment :
after 2020 their feature development and the number of bugs became really badalso this Epix2 is based on the Fenix7 which means as soon as the Fenix9 comes out later this year they won't update the software anymoreif it was a $200 refurb I'd say go for it$500 no way, not even the $400 refurb listed by someone elseGarmin is coming out with $200 watches now like the forerunner 170 with more features than last year's flagships
Not trying to excuse them, but remember that the last couple of years have seen them shifting their software development model. It used to be that their teams were updating software for each watch individually. They have been moving to a more unified platform so they can release feature rollouts in a more practical, unified way. Not saying the pain is over, and I think watches on the pre-unified software might see some neglect, but hopefully the worst is behind for newer watches going forward.
May 29, 2026 10:35 PM
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ElKarlMay 29, 2026 10:35 PM
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Quote from avalon View quoted comment :
I wouldn't be spending $500 on a Garmin these days, they are not what they used to be

keep in mind Garmin has indicated they are going to release the Fenix 9 by the end of the year which should push prices down again

also factory refurbished Garmin is practically new for half the price usually
There is no such thing as factory refurbished. What do they refurbish? Parts don't wear out like a starter or alternator for a car. If the display comes on they consider them refurbished. Seen too many stories of people being cheap and getting refurbs that end up not working.
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BannersNstandsMay 29, 2026 11:57 PM
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I grabbed this
May 30, 2026 3:44 PM
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BlurryEyedMay 30, 2026 3:44 PM
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$75 more for a Fenix Pro 7X Solar on Amazon right now...
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jflow79May 31, 2026 12:49 PM
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Older model but still a killer deal.

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I grabbed one thinking it was a good deal

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