Garmin epix (Gen 2)
Garmin Fenix 8
Device Details
Activity Features
Activity Tracking: Monitors steps, calories, distance, heart rate, sleep tracking, blood oxygen, stress tracking, GPS, energy levels, hydration and women’s health. Tracks running, cycling, swimming, yoga, and more. Also has sports apps for workouts modes and guided exercises. Allows creating and customizing workouts.
Performance metrics: Provides VO2 max, training effect, and recovery time.
Maps: Includes preloaded topographic maps.
Notifications: Displays notifications from your phone.
Water resistant: Yes
Activity Tracking: Monitors steps, calories, distance, heart rate, sleep tracking, blood oxygen, stress tracking, GPS, energy levels, hydration and women’s health. Tracks running, cycling, swimming, yoga, and more. Also has sports apps for workouts modes and guided exercises.
Performance metrics: Provides VO2 max, training effect, and recovery time.
Maps: Preloaded topographical maps for navigation.
Water resistant: Yes
Age
13+ years
13+ years or 22+ years for ECG app (only available in some regions)
Battery
Up to 16 days
Up to 10 days
Brand
Garmin
Garmin
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Compatible
Dexcom (G6 or G7)
Freestyle Libre
Dexcom (G6 or G7)
Freestyle Libre
FSA/HSA Eligible
Possibly with Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN)
Possibly with Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN)
Model
epix (Gen 2)
Fenix 8
Phone
Yes
Yes
Price (USD)
From $899.99
From $1,000.00