Garmin
Garmin Epix Pro
2023 · Fitness + health
88
/ 100
From $899
VS
Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 965
2023 · Fitness + health
88
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Garmin Epix Pro lands at 88 and Garmin Forerunner 965 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Garmin Epix Pro if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Pick Garmin Forerunner 965 if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Garmin Epix Pro 88
vs 88 Garmin Forerunner 965
Score breakdown
Garmin Epix Pro
88 battery 94
display 88
fitness 88
health 86
durability 86
Garmin Forerunner 965
88 battery 94
display 88
fitness 88
health 86
durability 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Garmin Epix Pro | Garmin Forerunner 965 |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 | 2023 |
Garmin Epix Pro
Pros
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
Cons
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
Garmin Forerunner 965
Pros
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
Cons
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
FAQ: Garmin Epix Pro vs Garmin Forerunner 965
Which is better, Garmin Epix Pro or Garmin Forerunner 965? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Garmin Epix Pro worth the price? +
At $899, Garmin Epix Pro delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.
Is Garmin Forerunner 965 worth the price? +
At $599, Garmin Forerunner 965 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.
Does Garmin Epix Pro or Garmin Forerunner 965 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.