Garmin Fenix 9 vs Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2)

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Garmin Fenix 9 and Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) are closely matched overall (within 1 point).
  • Key differences: only Garmin Fenix 9 has speaker/mic.
  • Best value: Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) (from $900) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Garmin Fenix 9 and Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) are closely matched
Garmin Fenix 9 · 90 overall, #2 of 42
66
Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) · 71 overall, #17 of 42
65
Key differences
  • Speaker/MicGarmin Fenix 9 only

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 3 of 6 categories

CategoryFenix 9Epix Pro (Gen 2)Lead
Battery
+4
Health & Sensors
+7
Display
+18
Connectivity
+30
Build
+19
Software
+54

Physical Comparison

Epix Pro (Gen 2)
70g
Weight

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Detailed Specifications

Display

Feature
Fenix 9
Epix Pro (Gen 2)
Display Type
Display Size
N/A
1.3 in
Resolution
N/A
416 × 416 px
Peak Brightness
N/A
1,000 nits
Always-On Display
N/A
Yes

Health & Sensors

Feature
Fenix 9
Epix Pro (Gen 2)
Heart Rate Monitor
Yes
Yes
ECG
N/A
Yes
SpO2 (Blood Oxygen)
Yes
Yes
Body Temperature
N/A
Yes
GPS
Yes
Yes
Dual-Band GPS
N/A
Yes

Battery

Feature
Fenix 9
Epix Pro (Gen 2)
Battery Life
384 h
384 h
Fast Charging
N/A
No

Connectivity

Feature
Fenix 9
Epix Pro (Gen 2)
NFC Payments
Yes
Yes
LTE/Cellular
No
No
Speaker/Mic
Yes
No

Build

Feature
Fenix 9
Epix Pro (Gen 2)
Weight
N/A
70 g

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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