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Garmin Epix Pro — 2023 · Fitness + health
Garmin

Garmin Epix Pro

2023 · Fitness + health

88
/ 100
From $899
VS
Garmin Forerunner 965 — 2023 · Fitness + health
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
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Battery

Tie

Compared on the battery sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Compared on the display sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Fitness

Tie

Compared on the fitness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Garmin Forerunner 965

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Garmin Forerunner 965 more score per dollar ($599 vs $899).

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

Garmin Epix Pro versus Garmin Forerunner 965 — full spec comparison
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.

Which is the better value, Garmin Epix Pro or Garmin Forerunner 965? +

Garmin Forerunner 965 — more score per dollar ($599 vs $899). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.