I chose the EPIX because I was looking up reviews between the EPIX and the FENIX. I found that the EPIX fit better with individuals with smaller wrist. I am a female at 5'2 with a small frame. Functionality and size mattered to me. After receiving the EPIX is one of the best watches that I have owned and it tracks everything I do.

Love this as an upgrade from the Fenix series. The screen is amazing and all the trusty Garmin features integrate flawlessly with my other devices. Beats the Apple Watch easily for training purposes and holds up as a lifestyle watch too. Battery life is pretty good given the screen.

I've used a Garmin FR 945 watch and 1030 plus cycling computer for years. Unfortunately for Garmin, this Epix totally replaces the 945, and can almost replace the 1030 plus. There is seemingly nothing this watch cannot do, and I don't even scratch its capabilities. I use it for daily workouts, swimming, walks, indoor cycling and even mountain biking. It is a bit heavier than the FR945, but after a day or so, it's not noticeable. I wear it 24/7 and find the battery life much better than the FR945 and I don't even really think about having to charge it. It's not cheap by any means, but I have zero regrets in the purchase.

I didn't need this electronic device, however I don't regret the purchase. It has a lot of features built into a miniature device. First and foremost the GPS will lay a track better than 4 handheld GPS's I currently own (e.g., under a forested canopy). I make my own maps and a have been able to update most of the map tracks to my local mountain bike trails. I have these custom maps uploaded to the Epix. The heart rate monitor seems accurate and will work for hiking/walking, but get yourself a chest strap for other activities. Sleep tracking is good. Battery life is not an issue, and the device charges fast! Size and weight of watch is fine and not intrusive. While setting navigation to a projected waypoint or using the map is a bit awkward, it works well and can be used (and set) during an activity (think kayaking in a fog bank). Compass seems very accurate and is calibrated at the factory. The multiple watch faves are attractive and easy to read and can contain 7 (or more?) fields of information. Problems... Using a earbuds (Bluetooth) and a chest strap heart rate monitor will cause the heart rate monitor to disconnect frequently. However, this is the only issue I've had. Overall, very satisfied with this device after a month of use and recording 20 activities.

I am happy that garmin is evolving with the displays on their wearables. Besides the price it's the best money I ever spent on a garmin product. Hopefully the prices on the Marq Gen 2 will be lowered for those of us on a budget. I am a garmin customer forever making this my 4th watch. I will just like to see the price range a little more affordable.

I love the watch and how easy it is to use. Great for running and MTB, with amazing screen options. Long battery life and stilish finish to use as an everyday watch( besides a sports gadget). Unfortunately after about a year when the battery is lower that 50%, in gesture mode, the screen starts flickeing and it is hard to get the screen to stay on. Shame, I bought the watch with the idea of using it for at least 3-4 years but the flicking issues is pretty annoying

I bought the Epix for international travel and walking around. Yes its a fitness watch...but along side that ...it changes time zones anutomatically, has a beautiful clear display , I walk a lot around european cities...more like hiking around. It keeps measure of that. and when I do go out for a hike - its geared for that

I have owned an Apple Watch for years. Last year I completed a 100 mile hike and knew the Apple Watch would not be worth bring due to the battery life. The Epix has brought so much more to my hiking, cycling, and gym workouts thank I every could have imagined. Bluetooth headphones to my music saved on the watch and guided workouts. Very pleased with the transition to GARMIN.

I had been a fenix fan for most of the series life but used an apple watch for daily use for a short time for work purposes and loved the apple screen, but the epix screen and giving a solid weeks worth of battery life with the screen. Perfect. I really love how maps look when out hiking such better user experience.

GPS tracking is accurate and now has a feature that lets the watch automatically pick the best satellite GPS system to use. No texting or talking available. This seems reasonable until you're getting calls or texts on a ski lift, etc and you think-"wow it sure would be nice to have an Apple Watch at this moment." Very helpful for way-finding but careful the bezel can and will scratch.